How to bundle your loans and save money
Borrowers should shop around for the best deal that allows them to bundle loans and financial products with one lender.
How to give your mortgage a makeover
Financial Review Smart Investor crunches the numbers on the average mortgage to reveal where you can get the biggest saving – with surprising results.
How to organise your loan paperwork
Lenders like to see a lot of documentation before they hand the money over. Here’s how to give them what they want.
How to switch home loans
Even if you don’t have long left on your mortgage, it might be a good idea to see what you could be getting elsewhere.
How to avoid sneaky mortgage fees
Many claims about exit fees are misinformation and shouldn’t dissuade borrowers from shopping around for a better deal.
How to choose the right home loan
The choice available means research is essential before signing with a lender.
How to find a good mortgage broker
Mortgage brokers are able to guide you through the process of taking out a mortgage and give you tips on how to manage your debts.
How to pay off your mortgage quicker
Paying off your mortgage sooner is a great way to free up cash flow for other investments.
How to clean up your credit rating
The first thing a home loan lender will look at is your credit rating, so make sure there are no nasty surprises.
How to know how much you can borrow
Before you start looking in real estate agents’ windows, you need to work out whether home ownership makes financial sense for you.
