Is fixed interest rates better? Many people are often confused about whether they should have a fixed or variable interest rate for their home loan. And this is really no easy answer. It depends on a number of different factors including your individual situation, and there are obviously risks, pros, and cons for each option.…
Money saving tips With today’s growing costs, more and more Aussies are finding it difficult to get ahead and save towards their important goals in life. Having a disciplined program to plan, save and protect your financial future is critical in achieving your goals whether it’s going on a holiday, buying a new car, or…
Buying a property is one of the biggest decisions of your life The property market can be overwhelming even for those who have already invested. And like most Aussies planning to get into the property market, either as a first-time homeowner or investor, you’ll need to go through applying for a loan. And this is…
With interest starting to rise, it’s time to get smart with Wanda Rowan from Personalised Mortgages Unlike the banks, Sydney Top 3 Local Choice, Wanda Rowan from Personalised Mortgages treats customers as people, not numbers. We love that Wanda strives to build lasting relationships with clients and is still working with some of her very…
What to look for in a Sydney mortgage broker? When it comes to purchasing a property, it is important that you select the right type of loan, and a local mortgage broker can help you do that. But do you know what to look for when deciding on a Sydney mortgage broker? Before you can…
Tweed Heads Top 3 Local Choice financial planner in local spotlight: Meet Martin from Blue Diamond Financial Pty Ltd Tweed Heads financial planner, Martin Cossettini, the man at the helm of Blue Diamond Financial brings over 25 years of banking and finance experience to locals, with 15 of those years working internationally in London. Martin…
Why a Lower North Shore Sydney insurance broker is important Buying direct insurance without a broker, say via the internet, leads consumers to believe they are reaping benefits by cutting out the middleman. Customers perceive the middle man as unnecessary, possibly bringing more costs to the table. Insurance Brokers Lower North Shore Sydney would argue…
Are you looking for the best local businesses in Northern Beaches? If you live on the Northern beaches you may need service providers like tradies, a mortgage broker, an electrician, or an accountant for your home or business. However, the question is how do you find a good service provider? Here are some useful tips…
Talking coronavirus and your home loan with mortgage brokers in our Top 3 Local Choice directory The COVID-19 is proving to be a significant disruption to life as we know it. Social distancing and forced shutdowns are causing hardship for many businesses in Sydney, around the country, and around the globe. Naturally, Sydney business owners…
Finding the right local businesses in the Upper North Shore Finding a good business to work with can be tricky. According to NSW Fair Trading, around 65% of home building complaints come from bad tradesmen workmanship. Further, there was an increase in the number of complaints against professional groups like a real estate agent. Bit…