Tracey Franco
What Your Broker Needs Before a Home Loan Application
Applying for a home loan involves more than completing a form and providing a few payslips. Before a lender can assess an application, it generally needs information about the borrower, their financial position, the proposed property and the purpose of the loan. A mortgage broker also needs information to make reasonable enquiries about a consumer’s…
Equipment and Vehicle Finance in Australia: Key Considerations Before Applying
Many businesses consider whether new equipment, machinery or vehicles are required for their operations. A construction company may need additional machinery. A trades business may require more vehicles. A transport operator may need to expand its fleet. Professional service businesses may need updated technology and equipment. The challenge is that business assets often involve significant…
Property Investing in WA: Key Considerations Before Purchasing an Investment Property
Property investment remains a popular topic across Western Australia. Some people research investment property to understand the lending process, ownership costs, rental considerations and risks involved. Others may be preparing to discuss an investment-property loan with a mortgage broker, lender or appropriately licensed adviser. Purchasing an investment property may involve lending requirements, upfront and ongoing…
Refinancing to Reduce Repayments vs Paying Off Your Loan Sooner
Home loan repayments are one of the largest ongoing expenses many Australian households manage. As interest rates, household expenses and borrowing requirements change over time, some borrowers review the features, repayments and costs of their existing loan. During that review, one common question arises. Should the comparison focus on reducing regular repayments, shortening the loan…
Property Planning Tools Many Borrowers Use Before Applying for a Loan
Buying a property often starts long before a loan application is submitted. Many Australians spend months researching suburbs, comparing property prices, and reviewing their finances before making a move. One of the most useful starting points is understanding where you stand financially today. That is where online calculators and planning tools come in. While these…
Your Fixed Rate Is Ending: Key Considerations Before Moving to a Variable Rate
For many Australian homeowners, a fixed-rate period eventually comes to an end. When that happens, the loan usually moves to the lender’s variable rate unless other arrangements are made. This can come as a surprise for borrowers who have become accustomed to the certainty of fixed repayments. The transition from fixed to variable often prompts…
Waiting for Lower Rates? Factors Perth Property Buyers Should Consider
Many Australians follow interest rate announcements closely. When rates rise, buyers often wonder whether they should wait before purchasing property. When rates pause, many start asking whether cuts may be coming next. It is understandable. Interest rates influence borrowing capacity, repayments, and confidence across the property market. However, focusing only on future rate movements may…
Construction Loan Progress Payments: What Most Buyers Miss
Building a home is different from buying an established property. Instead of receiving the full loan amount at settlement, funds are released in stages as construction moves forward. Understanding construction loan progress payments Australian borrowers commonly encounter may help you prepare for each stage of the building process and understand how funds are released throughout…
Why Some Business Loan Applications Are Approved and Others Are Declined
Access to finance can play an important role in business growth. Whether you are purchasing equipment, expanding operations, improving cash flow, or investing in new opportunities, business funding may provide access to additional capital when required. However, many business owners are unsure what lenders assess when reviewing an application. Understanding the business loan application requirements…
Perth Winter Property Market: What Buyers Need to Know About Lending Conditions
Winter is often viewed as a quieter period in the property market. Fewer homes may be listed for sale, and some buyers choose to delay their plans until spring. However, winter can still present opportunities for buyers, homeowners, and investors who understand current market conditions. More than just the weather influences winter property activity in…