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When we’re not processing home loans for our customers, we’re learning everything we can about the power of money. Introducing The Well Money Blog — Well’s new hub for all things finance. From fun facts to helpful tips, we’ve got everything you need to handle your money smarter.

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If you can attach an offset account into your home loan, you will be able to get rid of a portion of your interest payments. This option has become popular...

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As parents, we all want to give our children the best possible start in life. We...

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As an investment property owner in Australia, you may be eligible for a variety of tax...

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When you take on a mortgage, it’s a big financial commitment. So it’s important to choose...

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Auctions can be an exciting but nerve-racking way of buying property – especially if you’ve never...

Money matters

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Some things are worth going into debt for. Others, not so much. And if you’re not careful, too much of the latter can leave you in a big financial mess....

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Lady Luck has once again looked down fondly upon Australia, creating the first budget surplus in...

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Many people claim that real estate is a good ‘hedge’ against inflation. But what does this...

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Habits expert James Clear once said: “Success is the product of daily habits – not once-in-a-lifetime...

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Scams are on the rise in Australia. In 2021, Scamwatch received 286,600 reports about scams costing...

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As parents, we all want to give our children the best possible start in life. We...

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What is rental yield? Rental yield is the number used to indicate how much you make...

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Christmas might be the season of goodwill, but it’s also the most expensive time of year,...

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A sudden uptick in the unemployment rate and slower economic growth combined with continued strong inflationary...

Refinancing tips

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There are many good reasons to refinance your home loan. For starters, switching your mortgage to one with a lower rate could save you a significant sum over the life of your...

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Taking out a home loan is one of the biggest financial commitments most of us will...

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Switching home loans can be a really smart move under the right circumstances, but there are...

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Whether it’s unrequited love, or an unsuccessful home loan application, getting your heart broken is never...

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Post by Nick Bendel of RatecityI’ve just refinanced my home loan from one of the biggest...

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Many people only pay their bills on time to avoid being slugged with late fees and...

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