When it comes to financing your new home or investment property, finding the right specialist home loan for doctors is essential to meet the unique demands of your profession. Offset accounts in doctor home loans can make a world of difference, especially during training years when financial flexibility is vital. By balancing interest savings and
Navigating the path to homeownership can be particularly challenging for junior doctors, whose income is often spread thin across training fees, relocation costs, and exam fees, leaving little room for saving cash for your first home or an investment property. But with property still being one of the biggest growth asset classes in Australia Walshs
Becoming a homeowner is a significant milestone that often begins with a myriad of questions, uncertainties, and excitement. For first home buyers, understanding the intricacies of the property market and navigating the mortgage landscape can be a daunting task. That’s where a mortgage broker becomes an invaluable ally, guiding prospective buyers through the complex process
In the ever-evolving world of personal finance, making informed decisions about where to invest your hard-earned money is crucial. While traditional wisdom often advocates for paying down mortgages, there are times when embracing the potential of the stock market might be a more advantageous strategy. This blog post aims to explore why, especially in the
The Queensland government has recently implemented a significant boost to its First Home Owner Grant, branding it as a “cost of living boost” for aspiring homeowners. This initiative sees a substantial increase in the grant from $15,000 to $30,000, a move anticipated to benefit approximately 12,000 first-time home buyers before the offer expires in June
By now you would have heard about the asset class Build to Rent (BTR), which is a relative newcomer to the Queensland market. What does it entail, what are the benefits, and, of course what are some of the current tax considerations relevant for developers. What is it and what are the benefits? In Australia,
When it comes to securing a home loan, many prospective homeowners are understandably drawn to the idea of finding the cheapest interest rate possible. After all, who wouldn’t want to pay less in interest over the life of their loan? However, it’s essential to recognise that the cheapest home loan rate might not always be
Investing in property as an asset class is an excellent method to create meaningful long-term wealth through leveraged returns and passive income. There are generally two types of investment property rental options, short-term or long-term rental agreements. Each have their own pros and cons which we’ve outlined below. Long-term rental investments Long-term rental investments involve leasing
Despite this month’s rate respite, borrowers are feeling the pain. Walshs Finance’s Donna Sutherland outlines one simple way to get ahead. August 2023 is the first month that borrowers will feel the full impact of 12 cash rate rises since May last year because lenders can take a few months to pass on the full
Structuring your home loan to get the best possible tax outcomes as a doctor is vital, considering the huge amounts you send to the tax man every year. At Walshs, we are specialists in not only securing market-leading home loans for doctors but in supporting your future wealth health. As such, we’ve created this handy
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