Review: mortgage broker Bowen Hills

So, you have decided to buy a house, maybe in Bowen Hills?  You think you know where you want to buy and how much you want to spend….  Using a mortgage broker will give you access to dozens of different lenders and hundreds of products and services.  Your mortgage broker will be able to help you understand the decisions you make because they usually deal exclusively with mortgages and have a vast knowledge of the home loan market:

If you have a happy relationship with your bank already then that is very useful.  However, you will be restricted to the products and services offered by one lender.  Using a mortgage broker allows you to consider a range of lenders and gives you the chance to find a better deal.  Considering your own personal financial situation and needs, if you only apply to one lender you may not be as lucky as to get the right match.

Your mortgage broker will help you to get the most out of your money.  Whether you are looking to buy your own home, or an investment property, and depending on whether you need a fixed rate, low rate or high rate loan, your mortgage broker can help seek out the best home loan for you.  And when it comes to settlement, your mortgage broker will also be available to help you through the process.

Mortgage brokers work on a ‘contingency basis’ and are paid by the lender when the settlement is completed.  You pay nothing to the mortgage broker for their services.  Regardless of what the lender pays the broker, you will not pay a higher interest on your home loan.

Yes, using a mortgage broker when negotiating with your current lender has many advantages.  Firstly, if you are not comfortable negotiating yourself then your mortgage broker will be able to negotiate on your behalf, armed with their experience and knowledge of the home loan market.  Secondly, the lender will know that the mortgage broker is working to get you the best deal and this can be a big advantage.