Marie Mortimer

2 key questions to ask a lender upfront

If you want to find out quickly if you are outside of an institution’s lending criteria, ask these two questions, which will help you figure out if you’ve found the ...

FINANCE • Wed, 06 Feb 2019

6 tips to make refinancing easy

A smart property investor will probably refinance to another lender at least once on their investment journey to secure the best loan, so it’s a good idea to be prepared ...

FINANCE • Mon, 14 Jan 2019

What does a growing population mean for property?

Recent confirmation of Australia's rapidly expanding population means that questions surrounding infrastructure and housing are more pertinent than ever.

INVESTOR STRATEGY • Mon, 22 Feb 2016

What to do with your tax refund

Your tax refund is a tantalising sum that appears in your account, to which no other part of your household budget has any claim. The average tax refund in Australia is ...

TAX & LEGAL • Tue, 11 Aug 2015

How to find a growth suburb

Investors and owner occupiers alike now want locations where homes are set to soar in value. How can you get in before the rest?

HOTSPOTS • Tue, 23 Jun 2015

Finding the perfect property

Investors know they shouldn't rush into a property purchase, but being too careful and too rigid could prevent you from finding the perfect property for your portfolio

INVESTOR STRATEGY • Wed, 27 May 2015

How to decrease your debt

Taking control of your debt will help you acquire more properties, more quickly. Here are some steps you can take to reduce your liabilities. 

FINANCE • Mon, 27 Apr 2015

Is chasing the lowest interest rate worth the effort?

With lending rates at record lows, it's important to ensure you're getting the best deal – but is refinancing to a ‘cheaper’ home loan all it's cracked up to be? 

FINANCE • Tue, 07 Apr 2015

Is it time to split your loan?

Have rates gone as low as they can go – and what should you do with your debts while money is so cheap? 

FINANCE • Sun, 22 Mar 2015