Many years ago I coined a fantastic term called Awesomeness Inflation. If you’ve never heard of it it’s a great mentality to have throughout life to help your life, your bank account and of course, your mortgage.
The Big Four Banks make up the vast majority of the home loan market and they’re usually the default options when looking for a loan, however today we’re going to take a look at why it could be better for your loan, your wallet and even the environment to NOT go with one of them.
The recent housing slump has been the longest and deepest property downturn in modern history which is great! Just make sure you’re careful to avoid two very common traps if you’re looking to buy.
Completely paying off your mortgage and being debt free is an amazing feeling to have. But what’s the next best step to take after you’ve cut back all your expenses?
Housing has changed drastically over the years and I’m not just talking about the last 2 or 3. But how might your current home change over the next 10 years with new future technologies and are there any things you can do now to help really benefit from them?
Location, Location, Location! It’s the mantra that’s been shouted for decades when it comes to property but is it ACTUALLY correct?
There are millions of couples out there currently working and coming home to their fantastic house every day here in Australia. While they may not be living in 50 bedroom mansions on their own private island, for many simply having a safe and secure home is a dream come true. Is yours in trouble though?
Most people, regardless of whether they’re a single mum with 5 kids or DINKS honestly believe that paying a mortgage off in anything under the allotted 30 years is just fantasy. They’re wrong.
Budgeting is mostly met with groans, sighs or just a general sense of dread. It’s the adult equivalent of being told to go eat your vegetables. Boring, restrictive, no fun. Learn how to have a great relationship with it instead!
When you’re starting out on a new path it always helps to have a simple and solid step-by-step plan to follow. So if you’ve just made the plunge, find out the best things you can do to get moving in the right direction!