Different Types of Loans and Mortgages Available

Different Types of Loans and Mortgages Available

So you’ve decided you want to purchase a property in Brisbane and you know you’ll need to take out a home loan or mortgage to do this. In Australia, there are so many different types of home loans and mortgages so it can be a little confusing. Don’t worry, as mortgage...
Refinancing Your Home Loan?

Refinancing Your Home Loan?

Do you own a property in Brisbane and have had a home loan on this for a few years? You may find you now have a different financial situation and that your current home loan may not offer the range of flexible features and add-ons that are now available on the market....
Buy or Rent?

Buy or Rent?

Have you ever thought about buying your own home? It’s a big decision to make – buy or rent? In this post we share some reasons why you might consider buying instead of renting. As a mortgage broker at i Lend Finance Solutions, we have experience to help you buy a...
Family-Friendly Suburbs in Brisbane

Family-Friendly Suburbs in Brisbane

Looking for a home for you or your family in Brisbane? Whether you’re going to be a first home owner or looking to move to a new location, we’ve got you covered as we share in this post some of the best suburbs in Brisbane for families and some tips for choosing a...
Tips for Finding Your Investment Property in Brisbane

Tips for Finding Your Investment Property in Brisbane

Thinking of investing in property in Brisbane? Have you already started looking at different properties but something is stopping you? You’re not alone, a lot of people get overwhelmed by the process and quit before they even begin. But it doesn’t have to be confusing...
Aussies Putting Savings in Properties

Aussies Putting Savings in Properties

Real estate has won the popularity ‘tug-of-war’ against bank deposits, according to a St. George Bank report. The bank’s quarterly report on household financial conditions found household savings directed towards property lifted 25.9 per cent during the September...
Second Major Bank Hike Rates

Second Major Bank Hike Rates

Another big four bank has followed Westpac in hiking its variable rates. CBA today announced that its Standard Variable Rate will increase by 15 basis points, to 5.60 per cent for owner occupied home loans. Investment Home Loan Standard Variable Rate will increase by...
APF Recognises It’s Top Achievers

APF Recognises It’s Top Achievers

Anish Prasad has been acknowledged in THE ADVISER for his achievements for Top Broker for 2014 and 2015 and has been inducted into APF’s Platinum Club.  Australian Property Finance (APF) has celebrated the achievements of its top brokers at an annual awards night...

Mortgage Broker vs Bank – Which one to choose?

When purchasing a property many people head straight to their bank for their home loan without knowing they could be missing out on substantial benefits from using a Mortgage Broker. When shopping for a home loan there are countless reasons why using a broker can pay...
Money Management for Kids

Money Management for Kids

An OECD study of 15-year-olds across 18 countries found that Aussie teenagers rank among the highest for financial skills and knowledge. Understanding concepts like how to budget and manage money are important skills that parents can foster in kids from a young age....