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The ultimate guide to home loans in Australia
If you’re like most Aussies, buying a house is an exciting stage of your life. Soon, you’re going to have a place to call your own…
How do banks work out how much I can borrow?
When it comes to how much you can borrow and what the lender is prepared to approve, there can be some gaps in understanding how the…
Top 6 common mistakes Property Investors make
Property investing can be extremely rewarding if you get it right, but it certainly doesn’t come without pitfalls. It’s very important to arm yourself with the…
Can I claim tax deductions when renovating or extending my house?
If you are looking to renovate an investment property, you will want to consider getting a scrapping report to immediately deduct assets you plan on demolishing…
What does the bank determine as ‘Genuine Savings’?
What is ‘Genuine Savings’? This is where the lender requires you, the borrower, to demonstrate that you have saved gradually by yourself typically 5% of your…
Should I buy my Investment Property out-of-state?
With property prices in Sydney and Melbourne holding strong (and in some areas, rising further), it can be hard to imagine being able to buy a…
Does having a Credit Card affect my Home Loan Approval?
Content: What is a credit card? How does the interest-free period work with credit cards? Does having a Credit Card affect getting a Mortgage? How do…
How to negotiate your first purchase with a Real Estate Agent: Everything you need to know
Buying your first property can be both confusing and daunting at the same time which can make the experience unbearable. Whilst this is general advice, there…
What is a Guarantor?
A guarantor is a person who offers their property as additional security for the borrower’s home loan application. The guarantor does not need to provide any…
What is LMI? Everything about Lenders Mortgage Insurance
What is LMI? Lenders Mortgage Insurance or LMI, as the name suggests, is insurance for lenders. Lenders hedge their bets on all loans by using third-party…
ATO depreciation legislation changes
With a major legislation change implemented recently, Duo Tax Quantity Surveyors reflects on the impact it has had on the Australian property investors. In summary, most…
Should I use a Buyers Agent?
Whether you’re a first-timer, seasoned investor, a busy professional or looking to buy a family home, there are many benefits to using a Buyers Agent for…
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