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If you’re thinking of giving your home a total makeover using your SMSF, think again. Unfortunately, while you and your fellow trustees have some control over your fund, it doesn’t mean you can spend your money however you like. The ability to renovate a residential property that you own through an SMSF comes down…
Small business owners know all too well that the unpredictable nature of the industry can sometimes mean that quick access to cash flow is needed. Ink Wealth, presents some of the options available to you when you’re faced with a cash shortage. Solution #1: equipment finance For many small businesses, especially those in the…
So you’ve found your dream home, but it’s in need of a little TLC. While others may see this as a deterrent, this is actually a great opportunity to nab the house of your dreams at a price tag that’s within your means. Here’s how to tactfully negotiate the price without ruining your chances of…
Applying for a business loan is a completely different process to that of a home loan application. To ensure you don’t lose your way, we’ve set out a clear path for you to follow. 1. Find a specialised broker Commercial lending is very different to residential, so when searching for a broker, it is important…
Lender’s mortgage insurance (LMI) is required in many instances when a loan is worth more than 80 percent of a property’s purchase price, as well as in some other circumstances. In very basic terms, when a lender considers a loan to carry a high risk, LMI is likely payable. Here’s how you can avoid paying…
When purchasing an investment property, there are a number of factors that could increase or reduce your potential return on investment. In this case, it’s not just location, location, location. When considering a property for investment purposes, the most important question to ask is ‘will be attractive to tenants?’. But how do you know what…
Seeped in cultural and historical significance, it’s understandable that there are restrictions when renovating a heritage listed home. While that’s not to say that you can’t make any changes, a little more legwork and creativity is often required. Understand what you’re doing Working on a heritage listed property comes down to knowing the implications of…
There are different types of business loans to suit different stages of a business lifecycle and different business needs, and selecting the right one can speed up the application process and minimise costs. Finance for a start-up For a startup company with no trading business or cash flow, it can be quite difficult to secure…
Reducing the life of your loan isn’t difficult; there are many simple things you can do to cut years off your mortgage. Here are some tips that will help you be mortgage-free sooner than planned. Small extra repayments One of the most obvious ways to pay off your home loan quicker is to make extra…
No one likes paperwork; however, providing your broker with the right documentation will save you time and money. What information will your broker ask you to provide? When you ask to enlist the services of a broker, they will probably ask you for the following documentation: Identification, including photo ID such as driver license Income…
