Easy-to-understand explanations so you can make smarter choices with confidence.
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Use this home loan application checklist to organise identity, income, deposit, debt and property documents, plus the questions to ask before submitting.
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Understand the 5% deposit home loan scheme, current eligibility, property price caps, participating lenders and costs beyond the deposit before applying.
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Compare interest only vs principal and interest repayments, the later payment increase and total loan costs using a clearly explained mortgage example.
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Ask how much equity can I borrow with a clear calculation, valuation checks, loan costs and repayment risks before taking on more debt against your home.
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Find temporary internet while waiting for NBN: compare phone hotspots, mobile broadband and backup access, with data, coverage and cancellation checks.
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If you cannot pay your internet bill, learn how to request hardship support, propose affordable payments, keep records and escalate an unresolved complaint.
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