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Business Planet

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 415 686 400

Address: 2/153 Unley Road, Unley SA 5061 5061 Adelaide, SA, Australia

Website: http://bplanet.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Do you know what your credit record says about you? Have you ever actually seen it? For many borrowers, it can be quite a surprise to learn that a few blotches have appeared over the years on their credit history report. ... Unfortunately, many are blissfully unaware until they apply for a home loan. Once your application has been lodged, it can be tricky to challenge your credit report and prove your worth to the lenders. Don't let this happen to you. Enrol in boot-camp today and get your credit record in shape - and the good news? You won't need to squeeze into the Lycra and start counting calories. 1) Review your credit record The first step is to get your hands on a copy of your credit history report. This can usually be done through your mortgage broker, or by directly contacting a Credit Reporting Body. There are quite a few companies who can provide your credit report to you, but the national bodies are: Veda, D&B, and Experian. 2) Challenge any discrepancies or misunderstandings If you think that there's a discrepancy on your credit history report, you can challenge these. The first step is usually to contact the company who added the incorrect information to your report, and see if they can amend it. Failing this, you can dispute the discrepancy through a Credit Reporting Body. 3) Be honest It pays to be upfront with your lender about anything on your credit report that could impact your ability to borrow. Most lenders are fairly strict, but some will take into account your explanation credit issues, and the steps you took to resolve them. 4) Cut down debt and credit Before you apply for a loan, try to reduce the amount of credit card debt - and also available credit that you have. Some borrowers are surprised to learn that a credit card with no debt owing at all - but with a high limit, can have an impact when being assessed for a loan. Try to reduce your limits wherever possible, or if you don't really use the card then consider cancelling it. 5) Know your finances Come to the first meeting with your lender or broker, prepared to explain your budget, expenses, income and your capacity to repay the loan. It's also important that you can demonstrate savings, as most lenders will require at least 5% of the purchase price in order to approve a loan. When it comes to the deposit, the more you can pay upfront, the greater your chances of being approved for a loan. If you can put down 20%, you will remove the need for Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) which could represent significant savings for you.

17.01.2022 Australia has once again become a nation of savers. No longer is debt de rigeur. In this post-GFC era we prefer to play it safe with lower levels of debt and are looking for ways to be debt-free faster. Savvy savers are making the most of low interest rates and their savings by maximising offset accounts. An offset account is essentially a savings account that is linked to a loan account. Instead of earning interest on your savings deposit, the funds are used to offset the lo...Continue reading

12.01.2022 Mortgage holders may be reluctant to make moves in the property market right now, but plenty are interested in making moves with their home loan. The AFG Mortgage Index indicates around 35% of new home loans were due to refinancing. At the same time, a survey for Ernst and Young by Quantum Market Research found 65% of borrowers were looking to be rewarded for loyalty with lower fees and better rates. However, a third of potential switchers admitted they gave up because there ...Continue reading

10.01.2022 Now here is a Quick Guide to starting a Property Investment Portfolio. While it's hard to predict where the housing market will head in the future, there are some clear signals that investing in property will remain a solid option for long-term wealth generation - and the sooner you start the better. One of the key factors to consider is the demand for housing. Australia typically faces a housing shortage, with home ownership on the decline and renting on the rise. ...Continue reading

09.01.2022 If you are thinking of buying your next home - here is a choice you will be facing: Will your life come to an end if you don't have a walk in wardrobe? Is it important for you to have a home cinema, or would you prefer to be in a modest property, within walking distance of great restaurants and sporting facilities? There are so many choices when you start shopping for a home, and one difficult decision is whether to choose a new home (buying off the plans or buying somethin...Continue reading