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Mortgage Affordability

What Is Debt Servicing And How Does It Affect Your Approval Chances?

Do You Pass The Debt Servicing Test?

Borrowing at the moment isn’t easy and a lot of this comes down to bank credit policy in this market and their appetite to lend. Credit policy varies across banks, however, in most respects, they remain very similar.  This article helps to explain the importance of debt servicing when applying for your first home loan.

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The main risks of buying off the plans

Schnauer and Coare a North Shore-based law firm that has developed its legal expertise to encompass nearly every area of the law – so they can walk alongside their clients throughout their lifetimes, and those of their families. They combine the experience of their more than 30-year history and expert team with a lateral thinking, flexible approach to problem-solving. 

In partnering with The First Home Buyers Club, Schnauer and Co. have expressed a commitment to helping educate and advise first home buyers through the process of buying their first home.

You can take advantage of Schnauer and Co.'s First Home Buyers' Member Offer here.

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5 Creative Ways To Get Into Your First Home

Schnauer and Co. are a North Shore-based law firm that has developed its legal expertise to encompass nearly every area of the law – so they can walk alongside their clients throughout their lifetimes, and those of their families. They combine the experience of their more than 30-year history and expert team with a lateral thinking, flexible approach to problem-solving. 

In partnering with The First Home Buyers Club, Schnauer and Co. have expressed a commitment to helping educate and advise first home buyers through the process of buying their first home.

You can take advantage of Schnauer and Co.'s First Home Buyers' Member Offer here.

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Breaking Down The Sale & Purchase Agreement

EXPLANATION OF THE KEY SALE AND PURCHASE AGREEMENT CLAUSES

The Sale And Purchase Agreement can be a daunting document for first home buyers.  As a legal document it is important that you make sure that you are fully informed about your legal obligations. It is also the opportunity to ensure that you include all the conditions needed to be able to check out the property to satisfy yourself and the bank that it is a solid purchase.

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