In this blog I share my opinion on the state of the market, trends and tips you can use to improve your property investing.
So you've found the ideal property and it's time to source finance? Here's how to play your cards right and get a great home loan deal sorted before the settlement date. Educating the kids, wedding planning, plumbing – there are some things in life that are better...
Things start out so rosy. You both like the same movies, sports teams and pistachio-flavoured gelato. Then one day you realise you manage your finances in completely different ways. Well, here's how to get on the same page. Relationships, you may have heard before,...
You know how it goes. You see that dream property you've just got to have, and then next minute, the budget is in smithereens. Well, at least that's what happens to almost a quarter of home buyers. Here's how to keep a lid on your emotions and your budget. Purchasing...
For many of us, a mortgage is something that stays around for the better part of our adult lives. Not so for Heidi Farrelly and her family. Farrelly grew up in what she describes as a poor household that struggled to make ends meet. But she can only smile when...
Whenever we think of New Year’s resolutions, we always seem to commit to improving our physical wellbeing rather than our financial wellbeing.
Interest rates remain near historic lows, but that may start to change before long. Meanwhile, as the cost of rental homes pushes into the stratosphere, it’s worth considering whether it’s time to get into home ownership instead of renting. If you’re thinking of...
Credit cards can be great financial tools, but carry dangers. Debt is an obvious risk, but there are others too. If you have credit cards, you want to make sure you are using them to your benefit and avoiding risks. 1. Annual Fees There are times when getting a...
Think of yield as what you get paid regularly, and Growth as how much our property increases in value. Both are important if you want to succeed in the New Zealand property market. You need yield to repay the bank for your mortgage but yield won’t be a significant...
Unsatisfied with your rates or seeking better customer service? You're not alone. There are always plenty of borrowers looking for a better deal. But while it might look like a good idea on quick glance, refinancing has its hazards and needs to be considered carefully...
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Food can be one of the biggest areas of wastage in the typical house hold budget. A Myth is also that Nutritious wholesome food is unaffordable By putting some simple practices into your weekly plan you will see some massive shifts in your costs. 5 Simple practices 1...