Homebuilder Grant – FAQs
The Federal Government in Australia has recently announced the $25,000 Homebuilder grant to be paid tax-free to those Australians who are looking to build or renovate their home. This has been announced by the Government
Australia’s Response to the Coronavirus
The Dow Jones has dropped a whopping 25% since the announcement of the Coronavirus, and the All Ordinaries, representing the Australian stock market, has declined a little over 26% since the peak. With mass hoarding
Rental Reforms for Victorian Landlords
They have been dubbed the “biggest reforms to renting in Victoria’s history” and have already passed Parliament, so it’s important that any Victorian property investors are aware of these changes. The proposed reforms to the
Is it Time to Refinance Your Home Loan..?
Interest rates in Australia are current at record low levels, with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) deciding to keep rates on hold this month at 1%. As global tensions rise, particularly between the US
Deadline Approaching for Westpac Singapore Borrowers GalleryDeadline Approaching for Westpac Singapore Borrowers
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Deadline Approaching for Westpac Singapore Borrowers
Westpac announced in the first half of 2019 that they would be unwinding its mortgage portfolio, leaving hundreds of borrowers stranded with a need to refinance before the end of September 2019. With just two
Hidden Costs of Buying a Property
When it comes to planning your property purchase, whether you’re looking to buy an investment property or your own home, it’s important to plan for more than just your standard 20% deposit. It’s also vital
How To Get Yourself Loan Ready
Applying for a new home loan or investment property loan can be a daunting process, particularly if this is your first loan and you’re looking to purchase your first property. Our aim at Loansuite is
What Do APRA’s Moves Mean for Australian Expats
Property prices in most major capital cities in Australia have been on a steady decline since 2017, and as many Australian expats would have faced, it has been difficult to borrow enough capital to enter
Land Tax Changes for Queensland Property Investors
In welcome news for Australian expats who either own or are looking to invest in property in Queensland, the Queensland State Government has announced in the most recent Budget that Australian citizens and permanent residents
What the 2019 Election Means for Australian Expats
It was Bill Shorten’s and the Labor Party’s election to lose, and they’ve managed to achieve this with flying colours. Scott Morrison and the Coalition have managed to retain power and will lead Australia for
What the 2019 Australian Budget Means for Property Investors GalleryWhat the 2019 Australian Budget Means for Property Investors
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What the 2019 Australian Budget Means for Property Investors
The 2019 Australian Federal Budget has just been released last week, and it has left Australian property investors with a range of items to be smiling about. With a Federal election, just around the corner
What To Do When The Bank Says No
The last few years have been particularly difficult for Australian expats and residents alike in obtaining financing, particularly for Australian property investors. With many Australian expats in particular being declined by their bank, or finding
FX & Your Australian Property Deposit
As Australian expats, many of us fall into a trap of becoming foreign exchange (FX) ‘traders’ and ‘experts’, creating multi-currency bank accounts and expecting that we’ll be able to generate outstanding returns by taking advantage
How to Teach Your Kids the Value of Money
Let’s face it – financial literacy in our communities is appalling, and our education systems are not moving fast enough to drive meaningful change in this area. Our children are leaving school with valuable life
What Does The Royal Commission Mean For Me
The Hayne report was handed down and released to the public on Monday afternoon of last week. Very few expected that brokers would bear the brunt of the sweeping recommendations made by Hayne, and that
Can Australian Expats Still Get a Home Loan? GalleryCan Australian Expats Still Get a Home Loan?
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Can Australian Expats Still Get a Home Loan?
We are often asked by Australian across the globe one very common question – “I’m an Australian expat, can I still get a home loan or investment property loan in Australia..? With all of the
Help! My Interest-Only Loan Period is Ending
There has been a great deal of media coverage about the alarming number of interest-only loans in the market place as well as the fear that many mortgage holders may face difficulty making repayments if
Top 8 Questions to Ask Your Lender
Whether you’re an Australian expat looking to purchase an investment property back home, or you’re an Australian resident looking to buy your first home, there is a lot you need to know about the features
Proposed Negative Gearing Changes SIMPLIFIED
It is likely that we will see a federal election called in Australia within the next 12 months, and the Australian Labor Party has proposed some significant changes to the current negative gearing rules. With
Australia’s Most Affordable Capital City
In a recent report, Australia has been found to be one of the least affordable countries for people to buy property across the globe. The Grattan Institute study also suggested that more homes be built
7 Ways a Mortgage Broker Can Help You
A common question that we often come across is this: “Why should I use a mortgage broker instead of my local bank..?” There are many answers to the question depending on your own circumstances and
Main Residence Exemption Update for Aussie Expats
Tuesday 16th October 2018 was marked as the day that Australian expat property owners across the globe would finally discover whether the changes to the Main Residence Exemption would be passed. In positive news for
What You Need to Know About Construction Loans
A construction loan could help you build the home of your dreams, or expand your investment property portfolio, and in Australia there is no shortage of choice. In this week’s article we’ll explain everything you
Break Costs – What You Need To Know
A break cost is a penalty that is payable by customers who close down a fixed-rate home loan before its expiry. It’s important to recognise that this break cost is only payable on fixed interest
Loan Strategies for Expecting Parents
If you’re an expecting parent with a little one on the way, firstly congratulations! We know it can be an incredibly exciting and emotional time for parents-to-be, and even daunting when you’re figuring out how
Which Debt Should I Pay Off First
Debt can be an incredibly powerful tool when understood and managed properly. One of the common questions we’re asked by our clients is, “which of my debts should I be paying off first..?”. It’s not
Loan Types for Aussie Expats
We are constantly bombarded by news headlines and myths that spread like wildfire when it comes to borrowing as an Australian expat. Whether you’re seeking to buy your future home, purchase your first investment property
Should Aussie Expats Buy Property in Trust
One of the most common questions our Aussie expat clients ask us is whether or not they should buy an investment property inside a Trust instead of in their own name. This week we look
Gearing Strategies for Australian Expats
When it comes to designing your Australian property investment and gearing strategy, one of the key elements that you need to consider is the overall cash flow. Are you looking for your property investment to
How Often Should I Review My Mortgage?
One of the few certainties in life is uncertainty, and this certainly applies when it comes to your mortgage and personal finances. By burying your head in the sand, or simply assuming that once you’ve
How To Avoid Debt Pollution
One of the most important elements of getting your own loan structuring right is to avoid debt pollution. Simply put, this occurs when the purpose of your debt is not clear from a tax perspective
What Are Successful Property Investors Doing That You’re Not
The richest 1% of our population owns over half of the world’s wealth, and much of these fortunes has been derived from smart and successful property investments. Thanks to the Forbes Rich List we can
CASE STUDY – Aussie Expat Refinance & Purchase
In this week’s blog we wanted to share a case study to highlight a typical client of ours’ and how we were able to help. We have changed the names and personal details of our
Is a Rate Rise Likely In Australia..?
The Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), Dr Philip Lowe, has confirmed that an interest rate hike would be unlikely in the short term, with inflation unlikely to hit the desired target of
How To Improve Your Credit Score
If you’re been trying to refinance, secure a new loan or even a credit card and been unsuccessful, chances are this may be due to your credit score. Let’s start with the basics of what
Why Aussie Expats Should Seek a Pre-Approval
A pre-approval on your home loan can be a valuable step in the process of purchasing your own home or investment property. This means that you can attend an auction or submit an offer on
New Year’s Resolutions To Slash Your Mortgage
2017 has passed and we’ve survived a full year of Trump, Australia entered the 21st century and allowed same-sex couples to marry and North Korea continues to add tension with the threat of a nuclear
How a Mortgage Broker Can Save You Time
“Your greatest resource is your time” - Brian Tracy You’ve found your dream home or your new investment property and now it’s time to arrange the finance. While it’s generally not the most exciting step
Multi-Currency Loans – Dangers for Aussie Expats
You’ve packed your bags, bought your airline tickets, and prepared the family for your relocation to Singapore to join the approximately 1.2 million other Aussie Expats around the world. All of a sudden you’re now
Pay Off Your Home Loan Faster
While home ownership rates in Australia have declined over recent years as prices have risen, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne, there are still approximately 60+% that own their own home, with 31% owning their own