Mark Nolan (aka Nols) writes about mortgage broker loans and everything in between. Since realising he does not need to work so much, Mark started writing to educate anyone who is ready to learn from his personal, investing and business experience. Empowering his readers drives his content.
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What is a Westpac property valuation? A Westpac property valuation is an assessment carried out on a property offered as security for a Westpac home loan. Importantly, this valuation is completed according to Westpac’s internal lending and risk policies. Westpac will determine whether a visit to the property by a licensed valuer is required. There…
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A 10 year home loan payoff It might sound unrealistic to many, but in my experience as a mortgage broker – I have seen many borrowers pay off their home loan in under 10 years. A home loan paid off in under 10 years – yep. Not 30 years, or even 20 years – under…
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As a mortgage broker, selecting the right aggregator is pivotal to your business’s success. Over the past 15 years, my partnership with my aggregator Connective has been instrumental in shaping my mortgage broking career. This Connective review compliments my article on the top mortgage broking aggregators in Australia. I’ll cover Connective’s market position, plus their…
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As a business owner, aligning yourself to the right mortgage broking aggregator can set you up for success. I have been with my aggregator for over 15 years and share why they have been a great fit for me here. When you become qualified to act as a mortgage broker, you need to join a…
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Is a mortgage broker course for you? If you’re looking to become a mortgage broker in Australia or take your broking business to the next level in 2025, you’re in the right place. As someone who came from outside the finance industry to build a thriving mortgage broking business, I know how important it is…
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Upsizing to a larger home can be an exciting time. What I often see from borrowers over my time mortgage broking is a trigger that has led to the search for a bigger home—a growing family, school choices or a need for more space. These lifestyle needs, as well as recent increases in property values…
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If you’ve been looking to buy a property recently, you may have noticed it feels harder than ever to secure a home. An environment of climbing property prices, high interest rates, and intense competition can push buyers to their limits—both financially and emotionally! My experience as a licensed mortgage broker saw many aspiring homeowners asking:…
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Common offset account mistakes I see Being a mortgage broker since 2008 has given me insights and experience too valuable to keep to myself. Offset accounts are common loan feature for Australian borrowers. Used correctly, they can be a powerful tool to offset home loan interest—and accelerate your home loan pay off trajectory. I am…
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I interviewed and analysed data for borrowers who successfully paid off their home loan in under 10 years. I discovered traits they share. Which ones do you have?
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A CBA property valuation can make or break a home loan proposal. I tell you how valuations can help and what to look out for.