From 1 July 2023, access to the Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme will be expanded to joint applications from “friends, siblings, and other family members” and to those who have not owned a home for at least 10 years. – Access to home guarantee scheme expanded to friends and siblings.
With escalating cost of living pressures, retirees are turning to the untapped equity in their homes to compensate for their lack of income. This piece explores the pros and cons of accessing this equity through reverse mortgages and equity release schemes. – Tapping into your home’s equity.
This article outlines a range of strategies to assist with navigating the upcoming expiry of a fixed rate home loan period, so that your mortgage continues to be competitive and well-suited to your needs. – Fixed rate mortgage expiry: What to do?
This article focusses on the discussion as to whether you should pay down a home loan or invest your funds. – Should I pay down my mortgage or invest?
This article provides a guide on how to prepare for, and future proof, your home purchase to ensure you avoid experiencing a home loan headache! It also covers a range of actions that can be taken when experiencing mortgage stress. – Avoid a home loan headache.
This article grants advice to people looking for the right mortgage product and then reducing it quickly. It highlights what to look for and what to be aware of. – Take control of your mortgage.