Our top brokers in Victoria for 2017
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: we are incredibly proud of all the hard work our brokers put into providing fantastic customer service and support. At AFG we champion our brokers’ ability to find a loan that matches your particular needs, at a time and a place that suits you. Our Victorian […]
Real estate cheat sheet
If buying or selling for the first time, you might be bamboozled by all the real estate jargon bandied about. Here is our A-Z guide to what it all means. Accrued depreciation The total depreciation of a property over a period of time. Usually the difference between the replacement value at purchase and its present […]
Interior design on a budget
Mention interior designers and most people think glossy magazines, luxe fit-outs and big bucks. But interior designers are not necessarily expensive, and the right advice from the right style guru could add some panache and pizzazz to your décor for fewer dollars than you think. It’s as much about knowing who to use as it […]
Official cash rate remains unchanged at 1.5%
After a weekend of football excitement, all eyes were on the Reserve Bank of Australia board meeting today where it was decided to once again leave the official cash rate unchanged for the 14th consecutive month. With regulatory changes to investor lending appearing to have taken some heat out of the Sydney property market, in […]
How to avoid property pitfalls
If you have seen the movie Money Pit, in which Tom Hanks and Shelley Long play a hapless couple whose home renovations plummet from bad to disastrous with every swing of the hammer, it’s easy to see why buyers should be beware. But it’s not just hidden and costly repairs that can snag home owners […]
The RBA has opted to leave the official cash rate on hold at 1.5%
With spring traditionally a busy time for the real estate market and for rate moves, all eyes were on today’s Reserve Bank of Australia board meeting, where once again it was decided to leave the official cash rate unchanged for the 13th consecutive month. The RBA avoided the temptation to follow other developed economies and […]
Different loan types
Finding the right home loan is as important as finding the right property. There are literally hundreds of home loans available, with new products emerging all the time. An AFG broker can help you find a loan that suits your particular needs, help you complete the paperwork, professionally package it with your supporting documents and […]
Guide to home loans
Variable Variable rate loans often provide additional flexibility and are the most popular type of home loan in Australia. As the name suggests the interest rate is variable and therefore fluctuates with the Reserve Bank of Australia’s movement and the cost of the financial institution sourcing funds to lend. Variable rates are generally broken into […]
Typical loan features
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to home loans. Make sure you choose a loan with the features and benefits that are right for you. An AFG broker can recommend a loan for your particular needs – and take care of all the paperwork. When you’re ready, talk you your broker to discuss […]
Why use an AFG Broker?
Having an AFG broker negotiate finance on your behalf if the smart way to go as they look to save you time, stress, and money. When should I see a broker and what can I expect? You can see an AFG broker at any stage in your financial journey. You might still be saving for […]
