The upfront costs of buying a home.

Buying a home: The upfront costs

When taking out a mortgage, there are fees and expenses you need to account for in addition to the property cost. Amidst the stress of applying for a home loan, these can easily be forgotten. Be prepared with our guide below and avoid last-minute panic.

Here are some of the extra costs that you’ll need to consider when you take out a home loan.

Land Titles Office:

NSW – https://www.nswlrs.com.au/

VIC – https://www.propertyandlandtitles.vic.gov.au/

QLD – https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/building-property-development/titles-property-surveying/titles-property

ACT – https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/s/article/land-title-lodgements-registrations-and-searches-tab-overview

SA – https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/planning-and-property/buying-and-selling/property-transfer-fee-calculator

NT – https://nt.gov.au/property/land/get-or-change-a-land-title/land-titles-forms-and-fees

WA – https://www0.landgate.wa.gov.au/titles-and-surveys

TAS – https://dpipwe.tas.gov.au/land-tasmania/land-titles-office

It’s a long list of fees we get it! Don’t be overwhelmed, a lot of these costs can vary and a good broker will try to reduce your mortgage and bank fees as far as possible. Speak to our team today to find out what the best home loan option is for you.

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