24 June 2026
Paying off your mortgage sooner doesn’t always require drastic lifestyle changes. Here are five simple strategies that can make a big difference over time: 1. Switch to Fortnightly Repayments By paying half your monthly repayment every two weeks, you effectively make an extra repayment each year. 2. Use Your Offset
Read more18 June 2026
Interest rates are one of the biggest factors affecting your home loan—but they can also be confusing. Fixed vs Variable Rates Variable rates can move up or down depending on market conditions Fixed rates lock in your repayments for a set period Each option has its pros and cons depending
Read more11 June 2026
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Congratulations—your loan has settled and your property is officially yours! While it’s an exciting milestone, many homeowners aren’t quite sure what happens next. Here’s what to expect
Read more5 June 2026
Interest rate rises don’t just affect repayments—they also impact how much you can borrow. Why borrowing power changes Lenders assess your ability to repay a loan using a buffer rate above the actual interest rate. As rates rise, this buffer increases, reducing the amount you may be eligible to borrow.
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