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May 2022 Home Finance Update
Fun fact: we're just a few weeks away from the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. In the meantime, here's some even more...

Sean Law
May 24, 20223 min read
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April 2022 Home Finance Update
You're probably overwhelmed with election coverage, so instead of giving you even more politics news, I've found some property and...

Sean Law
May 3, 20223 min read
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March 2022 Home Finance Update
Planning to go away for Easter? If so, book now, because hotels are filling fast. In the meantime, here’s what’s making news in property...

Sean Law
Apr 5, 20223 min read
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February 2022 Home Finance Update
Great news about the international border reopening! Meanwhile, here's what's making news in property and finance: Borrowers set home...

Sean Law
Feb 22, 20223 min read
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January 2022 Home Finance Update
Let’s hope we have plenty of good news on the health and economic fronts in 2022. In the meantime, here’s what’s making news right now:...

Sean Law
Feb 11, 20223 min read
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Fixed Interest Rates Explained
With interest rates at an all-time low, and many lender’s fixing rates lower than their variable options, locking in an interest rate on...

Sean Law
Sep 1, 20212 min read
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What are the extra costs when buying a home?
When taking out a mortgage, many people forget to consider the associated fees and expenses. Here are some of the extra costs that you’ll...

Sean Law
Apr 13, 20212 min read
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Your Property Investing Checklist
Including a free tool for BluePebble Clients Investment in real property, such as residential real estate, is likely to be a lengthy...

Sean Law
Jan 5, 20214 min read
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Mortgage and financial relief in a global pandemic
Concerned about servicing your loans in a time like this? As a starting point, If you're concerned about servicing your loan, reach out...

Sean Law
Apr 15, 20202 min read
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Too loyal or time-poor for a better rate? Problem solved
"Anymore rate cuts and they'll start giving us money to borrow!". This is something I've heard pretty often lately, and when I do, I...

Sean Law
Dec 6, 20191 min read
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Why doing your research in a growing lender marketplace is vital
A dramatic increase in the number of lenders has highlighted the need for greater research and consideration, or ‘due diligence’, when...

Sean Law
Oct 9, 20193 min read
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Is one phone call really all it takes to secure a lower interest rate?
With official interest rates trending downward, shrewd mortgage holders may take the opportunity to call their lender to ask for a better...

Sean Law
Aug 23, 20192 min read
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Buy Now Pay Later - the hidden danger potentially stopping you from owning your own home
The Buy Now Pay Later sector is winning-over the youth demographic with the promise of instant gratification, but I find myself warning...

Sean Law
Jun 15, 20192 min read
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What counts as genuine savings in a loan application?
If you apply for a home loan, particularly if the loan is for more than 80 per cent of a property’s value, you’ll more than likely have...

Sean Law
Mar 16, 20192 min read
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What costs will I incur when refinancing?
Refinancing can be a great way to save money if you believe you are paying too much for your loan, but there's more to it than just...

Sean Law
Mar 1, 20192 min read
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Rentvesting - enter the property market without sacrificing your current lifestyle
Despite the recent drop in property prices in Sydney and Melbourne, purchasing in a centrally-located or sought-after area is still out...

Sean Law
Feb 15, 20192 min read
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Should I refinance my home loan?
As a home owner with a mortgage, chances are you’ve heard of the term 'refinancing'. #Refinancing involves reviewing your current...

Sean Law
Feb 3, 20193 min read
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How to Refinance to Renovate
Refinancing your assets to #renovate a property is a significant decision that will hopefully improve your standard of living or add...

Sean Law
Jan 25, 20193 min read
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How to get home loan approval FAST!
Asking how long it takes to get a #loanapproved is like asking when this hot weather in Sydney will end. Every #application is unique, so...

Sean Law
Jan 17, 20192 min read
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Bridging Loan or Deposit Bond?
A common problem home owners come across when looking to upgrade or downsize their home is the timing of selling their existing property...

Sean Law
Jan 12, 20192 min read
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