Tasmanian First Home Buyers
If you are a Tasmanian first home buyer or are buying anywhere in Australia, we have answers to your burning questions. We may have even answered some questions you haven’t even thought of yet.
There are a lot of things to consider when buying your first home and it can be difficult to know where to start. We want to make the experience of buying your home enjoyable and our blogs are a good place to start your journey.
Included in our blogs is information on available grants – including the Tasmanian Government First Home Owners Grant and the Federal Goverment First Home Deposit Scheme (FHLDS) along with expenses that you may not have considered, especially Tasmanian Stamp Duty (as a first home buyer, you may be eligible for discount on your stamp duty!).
Also Included in the blogs are links to calculators you may find useful. So be sure to read on…….
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Are you in the market for an investment property?
Buying (or building) an investment property is a big step, so it’s important to look at your circumstances to ensure it’s something you’re able to afford. Your first port of call should be your local finance broker (hey, that’s us!).
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The hidden dangers of ‘buy now, pay later’
It’s no secret, consumers love the ‘buy now, pay later’ option. In recent years this purchasing option has grown from 400,000 users in 2015, to over 2 million Australians utilising this method in 2020.
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Brand Ambassador – Jake Birtwhistle
We are proud to announce International Triathlete, Jake Birtwhistle, as a brand ambassador for Finance Brokers Tasmania.
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Are you self-employed and looking to obtain a loan?
Being your own boss definitely comes with its perks – but those that are self-employed often find it hard to obtain a home loan (even with a steady income). Whether you’re looking to purchase a home or some equipment for your business, you may face challenges in the application process.
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Some considerations if you’re looking at a fixed rate for your loan
Have you ever considered a loan with a fixed interest rate? Right now, with interest rates so low, we’re receiving a lot of enquiries about fixed rate loans. Having a fixed rate loan offers a level of certainty, but there are a few things to consider if you’re looking at this option for your home…
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First Home Loan Deposit Scheme Announcement
You may remember back in January we introduced you to the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme (FHLDS). The Australian Government announced the scheme, allowing first home buyers to purchase a property with a deposit as little as 5%.