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How interest rate cuts can boost your borrowing power and save you thousands!

Posted by Mark Attard on 10 September 2025
How interest rate cuts can boost your borrowing power and save you thousands!
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to restructure your loan or enter the property market, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) may have just handed you the perfect opportunity.What’s changed?Over the past six months, the RBA has reduced the cash rate three times by 0.25%—a total drop of 0.75%. These cuts have a direct impact on your borrowing capacity and monthly repayments.Borrowing power boost
This means you could now afford a property priced $93,750–$187,500 higher than befo...
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2025 Refinance trends: Is it time to rethink your home loan?

Posted by Mark Attard on 9 September 2025
2025 Refinance trends: Is it time to rethink your home loan?
With inflation heading in the right direction and the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) cutting the cash rate three times this year, many Aussies are wondering:Is now a good time to refinance?The short answer? It depends on your personal situation and goals. But there are some strong signs that now could be a great time to take a closer look at your home loan.Inflation is settling down.The latest inflation data is promising. The RBA’s preferred measure trimmed mean inflation is now sitting co...
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Breaking: Major change to 5% deposit scheme could save you thousands.

Posted by Chris Collard on 2 September 2025
Breaking: Major change to 5% deposit scheme could save you thousands.
If you’ve been dreaming of owning your first home, there’s big news that could make it easier than ever to take that next step.Starting 1 October, the government is expanding the Home Guarantee Scheme, allowing eligible buyers to purchase a property with just a 5% deposit, and no lenders mortgage insurance (LMI). That’s a potential saving of tens of thousands of dollars.BOOK NOWWhat’s changing?No income limits – anyone buying their first home can apply.Higher property price caps –...
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Redraw vs Offset: What first-home buyers should know.

Posted by Mark Attard on 26 August 2025
Redraw vs Offset: What first-home buyers should know.
Spring is one of the busiest times in the property market. If you’re planning to buy your first home, you’re likely seeing more listings, and more competition. That’s why being prepared matters, not just with your budget, but with understanding your loan options.BOOK NOWBeyond interest rates, there are features in your home loan that can help you save money over time. Two of the most common are redraw facilities and offset accounts. They both help reduce the interest you pay, but they w...
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Why more Australians are turning to mortgage advisers for home loan advice.

Posted by Chris Collard on 19 August 2025
Why more Australians are turning to mortgage advisers for home loan advice.
With so many home loan options on the market, navigating the lending landscape can feel overwhelming. Should you go with a Big Four bank or a smaller lender? Is a fixed-rate or variable home loan the better choice right now?It’s no surprise that more Australians are choosing to work with a mortgage adviser to simplify the process and make smarter financial decisions. In fact, mortgage advisers now account for a record 76% of all home loans written—a clear sign that borrowers value expert ...
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