What to be Wary of When Borrowing

Saturday, 21st January 2023 8:13 pm

If you’ve ever talked to someone who has taken out a loan with a loan shark, also known as shylocks, you’ll understand why these 'financiers' were often cast as villains. Some people who failed to read the fine print or were so desperate to take out a loan from one of these unscrupulous lenders

Understanding Fringe Benefits Tax With Your Novated Lease

Saturday, 21st January 2023 7:36 pm

If you don’t have an accounting background, understanding all the ins and outs of fringe benefit taxes and how they apply in the case of a novated lease on your car could drive you up the wall.   A Recap on Novated Leases

Car Finance Tips for 2023

Tuesday, 27th December 2022 10:25 pm

As we round out another year, you may have reviewed your finances and decided a new set of wheels are on the cards. However, you’ll also know that inflation is at multi-decade highs, with interest rates now climbing sharply higher. With that in mind, what should you consider when buying a ca

What is a Chattel Mortgage?

Saturday, 3rd December 2022 2:17 pm

When it comes to sourcing finance, motorists have a variety of avenues to seek credit. One of the less common formats is a chattel mortgage. Although it may sound like something to do with your home, it's not the case at all. So what is a chattel mortgage? First things first, let's clarify tha

Novated Leasing: Just WHAT Is It?

Sunday, 27th November 2022 4:34 pm

Buying a car can be immensely stressful and that's understandable. Brands, models, prices, features, body types, performance attributes, amenities - plus so much more. Not unexpectedly, how to pay for your car is one of the biggest contributors to that stress. Sure, there are loans or those h