Finance

In the market for a new home? You probably feel as though you could use all the help you can get. Find out what the best real estate apps are.

loanScore is a simple way of seeing if the home loan you have at the moment is a good deal or not. We want you to know whether you are getting a good deal based on your circumstances such as the value of your property, the preferences you have for your loan

Taking out a loan to cover the construction costs of your home can be very complex. There are a few important things you should sort out before applying for a loan.

Before you apply for finance, the first thing you should do is to get your personal finances in check.

Can’t be bothered switching? Think it’s too soon to refinance? Delve a little deeper and you’ll realise the potential savings are enormous, writes Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon.

You can’t always get the amount of money you want when you apply for a home loan. Your lender takes a lot of things into account when working out your borrowing power.

To find out how to avoid over-committing to a huge mortgage, we’ve sourced tips from someone who’s served time on the other side of the fence – in some of Australia’s biggest banks.

In breaking news the RBA has announced that the cash rate will remain on hold at the historically low rate of 0.1%

When buying your first home, saving for a deposit can be super hard, particularly if you’re paying rent at the same time. Many young couples and singles choose to move back in with their parents for a few months while they save money, but this isn’t an option for everyone.

Could it be that you’re feeling a little beaten down by money worries? Financial stress can adversely impact your sleep, self-esteem and your energy levels so rather than spending money, here are our 5 of our favourite tips for financial self care.

Even though mortgage regulators are cracking down on how much banks are lending, chances are they will still extend you too much, writes Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon.

It’s a question all borrowers ask: How can I get the best deal on my home loan? UNO’s chief financial officer and head of home loans, Jason Azzopardi, shares his home loan hacks with customers looking for the best deal.

Changing your home loan when you move to a new house can present a few problems. It can also be a smart financial move for you. These are the things you need to consider when you move house and change loans.

A bit of extra money always comes in handy and no more so that right now. If you’re worried about your finances or just want to try to get ahead and build up a bit of a buffer, then you can think about trying to find a second source of income.

It’s been a tumultuous year since commissioner Kenneth Hayne handed down his recommendations following the banking royal commission. But what has actually changed over the past 12 months and what impact has the commission had on the industries it explored?

A number of home loan lenders have announced special measures and emergency packages to assist those affected by the ongoing bushfires. We have compiled a list of lenders, contact numbers and links to their websites to help you get in touch quickly and get the support you need.

Nearing the end of a fixed loan term with one of the Big 4 banks, Lee and Danny were wondering if there were better loan options available to them. That’s when they stumbled across uno.