afg_admin, Author at Mortgage Pillars

May 03

Why serviceability is the key to an affordable home loan

By afg_admin Finance Help

When you're looking for a new home loan, the question is not, 'How much can I borrow?' Instead you should be asking, 'How much can I afford to repay?' This key factor is one of the ways lenders work out the size of your loan, and it's called 'serviceability.'

May 03

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Credit where credit’s due

By afg_admin Finance Help

The way banks assess you and a loan application have changed in recent years. A credit score is now something they look at as an indicator of your ability to service a loan. By following a few simple tips and getting into good habits, you can improve your score and…

May 03

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Haven Win – Winter 2019

By afg_admin Competitions

Our cover might've given it away: we're looking for Australia's most fabulous restored vintage car. Be it a classic Holden or a personality-plus 70's VW beetle, if you've got a motor in the shed that deserves to win you $1,000 - send in a photo of your pride and joy…

Apr 02

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Cash rate still unchanged at 1.5% for the 29th consecutive time

By afg_admin RBA Updates

The RBA has decided to leave the official cash rate unchanged at 1.5% for the 29th consecutive time and I'd like to share some thoughts on why the Reserve Bank of Australia has made this decision.

Apr 01

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Monthly Winner for April 2019

By afg_admin Competitions

We appreciate your feedback, that's why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank you gift. This month's winner is Kelly, and she's won a $500 Bunnings voucher. Congratulations Kelly!

Mar 11

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Monthly Winner for March 2019

By afg_admin Competitions

We appreciate your feedback, that's why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank you gift. This month's winner is Ashleigh, and they've won a $500 Bunnings voucher. Congratulations Ashleigh!

Mar 05

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Cash rate remains unchanged at 1.5% for the 28th consecutive time

By afg_admin RBA Updates

The RBA has decided to leave the official cash rate unchanged at 1.5% for the 28th consecutive time and I'd like to share some thoughts on why the Reserve Bank of Australia has made this decision. Following its February meeting, the RBA said the case for the next rate move…

Feb 27

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Comprehensive Credit Reporting – Positive Changes from your Positive Information

By afg_admin Finance Help, News

Comprehensive Credit Reporting, or 'Positive Reporting' is here. And while the banks may not be happy about sharing their customers' information with other banks, borrowers like you stand to benefit a lot more.

Feb 27

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How to Budget your Way to Financial Freedom

By afg_admin Home Lifestyle Tips, News

Talk to wealthy people and you will find most have one thing in common - they know how to manage their money. And that means having a budget. Boring, right? It might sound tedious, but the reality is you won't get ahead without spending less than you earn.

Feb 27

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Quick Tips to Pay your Mortgage Faster

By afg_admin Finance Help, Home Lifestyle Tips, News, Refinancing My Home Loan

Most mortgages are spread out over 25 to 30 years, but it doesn't have to be that way. With a few simple strategies you can take years and thousands off your loan, and it's much easier than you might think.

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Why serviceability is the key to an affordable home loan

Credit where credit’s due

Haven Win – Winter 2019

Cash rate still unchanged at 1.5% for the 29th consecutive time

Monthly Winner for April 2019

Monthly Winner for March 2019

Cash rate remains unchanged at 1.5% for the 28th consecutive time

Comprehensive Credit Reporting – Positive Changes from your Positive Information

How to Budget your Way to Financial Freedom

Quick Tips to Pay your Mortgage Faster

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