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Building a new home - or completing major renovations to an established home - isn’t just exciting, it can also call for a different type of home loan called a construction loan.

Making interest-only repayments on a home loan can make the cost more manageable as you’ll pay less each month. But this type of loan isn’t for everyone. We explain what’s involved.

Waiting around for a home loan approval can be frustrating, but there is another way.

A Canberra member got a pleasant surprise when she applied for a credit card and discovered the better deal Defence Bank offered, along with a charitable hook.

You’ve saved a deposit, found a place you love, and now it’s time to apply for a home loan. We explain the paperwork you need to help your lender get the ball rolling without delay.

Your borrowing capacity goes a long way towards shaping how much you can take out as a home loan to buy your dream property. We explain six easy ways to give your borrowing power a valuable boost.

Not sure about how to pay off your home loan sooner? We provide five simple strategies to clear your mortgage ahead of schedule and pocket valuable savings in loan interest.

Buying and owning a car brings freedom and convenience to your life. It’s also a major step, so it’s important to understand what’s involved financially – from funding your vehicle to managing the ongoing costs.

Debt consolidation can streamline your money management, help you save on interest charges and let you clear the debt slate sooner. We look at debt consolidation done right.