How to prepare for spring property season
19 Aug 2019
It might not be quite hot enough to bring out your two piece and hit the beach, but something that is definitely heating up is the spring property season in the wake of record low home loan interest rates.
Just the way nature intended it, spring is all about excitement and new beginnings, so it’s no surprise the property market is roaring as soon as September hits. But, before you get swept up in the glorious weather, open houses and countless auctions, there are a few things you should prepare before diving in head-first for that big purchase.
We spoke to our Property Expert, Steven Jovcevski, about how to best prepare for the spring property season if you’re in the market to buy:
Get your finances in order
Cut back your expenses before you apply for a home loan. Pay off any unnecessary credit cards or personal loans, reduce credit limits or get rid of them altogether if you can. Shop around for the best home loan interest rates, compare the benefits and update your pre-approval with your lender of choice.
Fine-tune the numbers
Work out your deposit and how much money you need to purchase the property in your sights. Take into account stamp duty and other associated expenses with buying a property. Remember 10% deposit is minimum if you have stamp duty to pay and 5% if you are not paying stamp duty as a first home buyer. Most importantly - be realistic about your budget!
Reassess the market
In Sydney and Melbourne, clearance rates have increased and prices are creeping up in some suburbs. A big difference to a few months back, where prices were dropping steadily. Do your research on prior sales in the area, but expect to pay a bit more than a few months ago, reevaluating previous expectations.
Inspect. Then inspect again
You’ll see a myriad of properties for sale during spring, but make sure that if you find one you like, and see it more than once. Go to as many open houses for it as you can, and to try going at different times, as you’ll get a different perspective for the property from the morning to the evening.
Low rate home loans August 2019
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1.85% p.a.variable for 24 months and then 2.25% p.a. variable
2.21% p.a.
$1234
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2 Year Discounted Variable Rate, Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest, <80% LVR
1.85% p.a.variable for 24 months and then 2.25% p.a. variable
2.21% p.a.
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1.85% p.a.variable for 24 months and then 2.25% p.a. variable
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2.21% p.a.
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$520
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$0.00
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$0.00
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yes - free
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yes - free
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Optional - with 0.10% additional interest
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$520
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80.00%
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$50,000
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$1,000,000
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Variable
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
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1.79% p.a.
fixed 1 year2.32% p.a.
$1234
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Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest
1.79% p.a.
fixed 1 year2.32% p.a.
Fast, easy to apply and no ongoing fees. Choose between weekly, fortnightly or monthly repayments. 1 year fixed rates are for new Owner Occupier Principal & Interest loans.
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1.79% p.a.
fixed 1 year -
2.32% p.a.
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$0
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$0.00
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$0.00
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yes - free up to $20,000 during fixed rate term
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no
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no
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$0
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80.00%
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$100,000
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$2,000,000
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Fixed
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
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$395 Establishment fee waived for fixed rate loans that settle by 30 September 2021.
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2.09% p.a.
fixed 3 years2.32% p.a.
$1234
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Fixed, Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest, LVR<70%
2.09% p.a.
fixed 3 years2.32% p.a.
No upfront or ongoing fees. Free extra repayments and redraw facility. Option to earn Qantas points. Min 30% deposit required. Borrow up to $750,000.
Basic Home Loan
No upfront or ongoing fees. Free extra repayments and redraw facility. Option to earn Qantas points. Min 30% deposit required. Borrow up to $750,000.
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2.09% p.a.
fixed 3 years -
2.32% p.a.
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$0
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$0.00
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$400.00
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yes - free
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yes - free
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no
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$0
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70.00%
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$150,000
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$750,000
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Fixed
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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Monthly
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1.99% p.a. variable
1.99% p.a.
$1234
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<60% LVR, Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest
1.99% p.a. variable
1.99% p.a.
Fast and efficient online application. Automatic discounts as loan is paid down. Free extra repayments and redraw facility. Zero fees. Min 40% deposit required. Winner of three Mozo Expert's Choice Awards for 2021.
Celebrate Variable Home Loan
Fast and efficient online application. Automatic discounts as loan is paid down. Free extra repayments and redraw facility. Zero fees. Min 40% deposit required. Winner of three Mozo Expert's Choice Awards for 2021.
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1.99% p.a. variable
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1.99% p.a.
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$0
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$0.00
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$0.00
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yes - free
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yes - free
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no
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$0
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60.00%
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$100,000
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$2,000,000
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Variable
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
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1.99% p.a. variable
1.99% p.a.
$1234
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Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest
1.99% p.a. variable
1.99% p.a.
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Refinance only. Super-fast digital application process. Zero upfront fees. No on-going service fees. Free 100% offset sub account. Comes with Visa debit card and the ability to use digital wallets; Apple and Google Pay. 25% deposit required.
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1.99% p.a. variable
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1.99% p.a.
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$0
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$0.00
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$0.00
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yes - free
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yes - free
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yes - offset sub account
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$0
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75.00%
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$100,000
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$2,500,000
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Variable
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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Monthly
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1.99% p.a. variable
2.02% p.a.
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Variable Home Loan Special
Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest, LVR <70%
1.99% p.a. variable
2.02% p.a.
Special rate applies to home loan applications submitted by 31 October 2021. Unlimited additional repayments, free redraw, 100% offset account. 30% deposit required. Simple online application. Low Cost Home Loan winner in the Mozo Expert's Choice Awards for 2021.
Variable Home Loan Special
Special rate applies to home loan applications submitted by 31 October 2021. Unlimited additional repayments, free redraw, 100% offset account. 30% deposit required. Simple online application. Low Cost Home Loan winner in the Mozo Expert's Choice Awards for 2021.
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1.99% p.a. variable
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2.02% p.a.
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$849
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$0.00
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$500.00
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yes - free
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yes - free
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Optional - $10 per month
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$849
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70.00%
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$150,000
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$1,500,000
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Variable
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
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2.44% p.a. variable
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Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest, LVR <70%
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2.44% p.a. variable
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2.49% p.a.
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$710
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$250.00
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yes - free
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no
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$710
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70.00%
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$100,000
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$1,250,000
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1.87% p.a. variable
1.90% p.a.
$1234
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Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest, LVR <60%
1.87% p.a. variable
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Low rate variable home loan with optional offset. Free online redraw. No valuation fee. Purchase, refinance or equity release purposes allowed. Min 40% deposit.
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Low rate variable home loan with optional offset. Free online redraw. No valuation fee. Purchase, refinance or equity release purposes allowed. Min 40% deposit.
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1.87% p.a. variable
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1.90% p.a.
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$785
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$0.00
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$300.00
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yes - free
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yes - free
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yes
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$785
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60.00%
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$200,000
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Variable
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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1.84% p.a.
fixed 1 year2.63% p.a.
$1234
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Fixed, Owner Occupier, Principal & Interest, LVR <60%
1.84% p.a.
fixed 1 year2.63% p.a.
Competitive fixed rate. Multiple offset accounts available. Borrowers can also make extra repayments. Redraw facility available. Simple online application process. 40% deposit required.
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Competitive fixed rate. Multiple offset accounts available. Borrowers can also make extra repayments. Redraw facility available. Simple online application process. 40% deposit required.
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1.84% p.a.
fixed 1 year -
2.63% p.a.
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$250
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$250.00 yearly
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$0.00
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yes - free up to $20,000 per fixed rate term
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yes - free
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yes
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$250
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60.00%
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Fixed
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
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$2,000 cashback for eligible home loans of at least $250,000 with applications received by 30 September 2021 and settled before 31 November 2021.
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1.98% p.a.
fixed 2 years2.66% p.a.
$1234
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Owner Occupier, LVR <80%, 300k+
1.98% p.a.
fixed 2 years2.66% p.a.
Enjoy $3,000 cashback when you refinance with Virgin Money (T&Cs apply). Additional repayments up to $10,000 per annum. Reverts to the discounted variable rate on expiry of the fixed term.
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1.98% p.a.
fixed 2 years -
2.66% p.a.
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$450
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$10.00 monthly
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$350.00
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yes - up to $10,000 per annum
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no
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no
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$450
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80.00%
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$300,000
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Fixed
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Principal & Interest
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Owner Occupier
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Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
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$3,000 cashback for new borrowings of at least $300,000, applications by 29 August 2021, settled by 26 November 2021.
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