86 400 makes buying or refinancing a property easier for Aussies
86 400 has introduced a new 85% LVR tier for its home loans and removed Lender Mortgage Insurance (LMI) payments for customers with a 15% deposit or equity.
Digital disruption paves the way for Nano’s $100m home loan milestone
Digital mortgage lender Nano has announced that it has hit the $100 million mark of unconditionally approved loans - a milestone that comes just over a month since the lender hit the market.
Newcastle Permanent and Greater Bank join forces and broaden reach
Today two Hunter-based major regional banks announced that they will merge by the start of 2022, to become a regional bank powerhouse.
How to avoid home buyer's remorse
Everyone eventually gets some type of buyer's remorse when shopping. It usually happens when you make an impulsive purchase and then after a few hours or days you find yourself regretting your decision.
ABS lending data reveals slump in first home buyer activity
The number of first home buyers taking out new home loans has dropped to its lowest level in eight months according to lending indicators released by the Australian Bureau Statistics (ABS) on Tuesday.
Auction tips and tricks: do they differ state to territory?
It’s a common sight to see ‘for sale’ signs on houses with an auction date all across Australia. House auctions have become popular in major cities in recent years, especially with property prices on the continual rise.
bcu rolls out home loan cashback deal worth up to $5,000
Customer-owned bank bcu has announced the launch of a new cashback deal which could see mortgage holders pocket thousands of dollars for taking out a new home loan.
August home loan snapshot: Cashback deals, green loans and new variable rate lows
If you needed proof that competition is running hot for Australian mortgage holders, the last few weeks has done just that, as lenders have taken their knives to home loan rates once again.
What are rent-to-own home schemes?
Rent-to-buy (RTB) scheme, also known as rent-to-own scheme, is a leasing agreement that gives renters the chance to buy a home at the end of a fixed rental period (usually three to five years).
One in six Australian mortgage holders suffering from ‘mortgage stress’
New research has revealed that a combination of government assistance and record low interest rates has helped cut mortgage stress to ‘near record’ low levels, yet a significant number of Australian homeowners remain under pressure.