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Property
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First-home buyers could save up to $6000 with a new home loan that lets first-home buyers buy property with just a 15% deposit.
Ask Paul: I owe $800k on three properties during a pandemic
With three investment properties and $832,000 in debt, Rohan feels quite exposed during COVID-19. Paul's advice? Stop buying property!
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A beginner’s guide to refinancing your home loan
Refinancing your home loan can save you thousands but three-quarters of mortgage holders are confused about what's involved. Here's Money's beginner's guide to mortgage refinancing.
How to update your home on a budget
Bored to tears of your decor after months in isolation? A coat of paint and some affordable new furnishings can give your place a designer look on a budget.
How to bite the bullet and ask your landlord for cheaper rent
Rents have fallen by up to $100 a week in some areas so what can you do if you're paying above market rent? Time to have a tough conversation with your landlord.
Ask Paul: Is there any truth to this COVID-19 property rumour?
Debra has heard that anyone who gets mortgage relief from their bank during COVID-19 will be rejected if they need help down the track.
Ask Paul: Interest rates are at an all-time low but we’re stuck in a fixed rate
Interest rates have fallen to 2.27% on a three-year fixed term but Victor is stuck paying 4.45% and the bank won't budge. Should he stop making extra payments?
Cashback, low rates: Now could be time to refinance your mortgage
If your income hasn't been affected by COVID-19, now could be a good time to refinance your mortgage as competitive rates and cashback offers hit the market.
Ask Paul: Should I pay a lump sum off my home or investment property?
Michael has $10,000 to pay off either his home or his investment property. He's heard it's best to pay off non-deductible debt first, but is that true in this case?
Is now the best time to lock in a fixed home loan rate?
With interest rates at an all-time low, fixing your mortgage rate could save you thousands over the life of the loan. But experts warn it's not for everyone.
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