What is a Reverse Mortgage?
Reverse mortgages go by many different names, some of which include Seniors Equity Release, Equity Unlock and Accommodation Bond. A reverse mortgage is a niche loan solution that applies to a growing group of people who, as they age, are finding themselves asset rich and cash poor. A reverse mortgage enables a person or couple […]
Is Your Home Loan Due For a Health Check?
Just like us, our home loans often need a health check to ensure they are still fit and healthy and meet your personal needs and circumstances. Circumstances can often change and a home loan health check is an essential way to fine tune your home loan and reveal if you’re paying too much. So, what […]
Offset and Redraw Facilities – What are They and How Can They Help?
Offset accounts and redraw facilities are loan features that allow you to use surplus income or savings to reduce your loan balance and thereby reduce the amount of interest you pay on your loan. So, how do they work? Offset Accounts An offset account is essentially a savings or transaction account that is linked to […]
4 Tips for Attracting Better Tenants For Your Investment Property
Property investment should always be considered a long-term proposition for any investor. Property can be a great way to accumulate long-term wealth, however finding and then dealing with tenants or the possibility of having your investment vacant for an extended period, can be worrying. So, how do you attract dream tenants who are going to […]
Home Loan Approval Process 101: What You Should Know
We understand that sitting around waiting for your home loan to be approved can be a stressful time. At Launch we always endeavour to keep you informed every step of the way. To prepare you for what to expect, we have put together this handy guide so you know exactly what to expect, and when, […]