Beginner’s Guide to Home Loans

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What is loan to value ratio (LVR)?

You might be wondering, what is LVR (loan to value ratio)? It’s the borrowed amount relative to the value of the property being bought or refinanced.
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What is equity?

Everything you need to know about equity, from how to build it and what it's used for.
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What is a discharge fee?

We explain what a discharge fee is, when it's required and what the process of discharging your home loan looks like.
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Am I still eligible for the FHOG if my de facto partner already owns a house?
Buying a property with your partner? Their homeowner status could impact your ability to qualify for the First Home Buyers Grant (FHBG). Read our guide to learn more.
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What is borrowing power?
Everything you need to know about borrowing power when it comes to home loans. From how it's calculated to what factors impact your borrowing capacity.
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How do banks calculate the interest on my home loan?
We break down what determines the interest you'll pay on your home loan and how to calculate it.
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How do banks calculate your borrowing capacity?
Here’s a breakdown of how banks work out how much you can borrow when buying a home.
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How to easily calculate your potential mortgage repayments
Wondering how to calculate your mortgage repayments? Here's why you should consider it and how to do it.
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What is a comparison rate?
A comparison rate merges interest and fees to show a loan's true cost.
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