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Welcome to our free eNewsletter brought to you by Top Home Loans. 

Every month, we bring you news, reviews, offers, and ideas to help you get the most out of your mortgage & finances. We hope you find our special September issue featuring Leasing Solutions of an interest.

  Pauline-NSW Finance Manager

Disclaimer:  Information presented in this newsletter must not to be taken as personal financial advice – please consult with qualified professionals before taking any action. 

 

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NEWSFLASH!      

Top Home Loans have launched its dedicated leasing division 'Top Leasing Solutions'. Ryan, our dedicated Leasing and Commercial finance consultant is here to assist you with your leasing enquiries.

 

                   

Ryan comes to us with many years experience within the industry specialising in these areas. Ryan has an enthusiastic approach to his work and is happy to discuss any possible scenarios with you. With Ryan's involvement we can now expand on our range of finance solutions to our valued Top Home Loans Clients. Tel: 1300 78 63 78


Leasing Considerations                                    

Leasing is a contractual agreement granting the use of some capital asset for a specified time in exchange for an agreed upon payment amount. A lease can be favourable compared to outright purchasing due to different payment schedules and possible tax handling.

Vehicle leasing in particular can be a very attractive alternative to buying for many people, although maybe not for everyone. You must decide about the importance of these benefits to you. So, what are the potential benefits of leasing when compared to conventional new-car purchase loans?

 

Lower Monthly Payments
Because you're only paying for the portion of the car or truck that you actually use, your monthly payments are 30%-60% lower than for a purchase loan of the same term.

 

More Car, More Often
Since your monthly payments are lower, you'll be able to get more car for the same money and drive a brand new vehicle every two to five years, depending on the term of your lease.

 

Fewer Maintenance Headaches
Most people like to lease for a term length that coincides with the length, in months, of the manufacturer's warranty coverage so that if something major goes wrong with their car, it's always covered.

 

Lower Upfront Cash Outlay
Most leases require little or no deposit, which makes getting into a new car more affordable and frees up your cash for other things. However, you can choose to make a deposit to lower your monthly payment amount.

 

No Used-Car Hassles
With leasing, the headaches of selling a used car are eliminated. When your lease ends, you simply hand it back to the leasing company and walk away, unless you decide to buy or trade the vehicle.

 

Contact us today to ensure your leasing needs are met.                                 Call 1300 78 63 78


Novated Leasing                     

Designing of an effective salary package, often includes a car. This can have attractive tax benefits for both employee and employer.

As an employee, you may find that a Novated Finance Lease may be the best way to incorporate the vehicle of your liking in your remuneration package, helping you achieve more from your salary package and the car you drive. For employers, you are able to address one of the major benefit requirements for your staff through the provision of an attractive novated offering.

Contact us today to ensure your novated leasing needs are met.               Call 1300 78 63 78

 


Lease or Buy?   

It's a common dilemma: lease or buy, buy or lease, which is better?. Everyone who has ever considered leasing has had this question cross their mind. So what is the answer?

It depends.

Leases and loans are simply two different methods of automobile financing. One finances the use of a vehicle; the other finances the purchase of a vehicle. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks.

It's not possible to simply say that one is always better than the other because, well, it depends on your own particular situation and preferences.

You must not only look at the financial comparisons but also at your own personal priorities — what's important to you.

Is having a new vehicle every two or three years with no major repair risks more important than long-term cost? Are long term cost savings more important than lower monthly payments? Is ownership more important than low up-front costs and no down payment?

So, making the lease or buy decision is not quite cut and dry.

To enquire about leasing benefit analysis, simply call our office on 1300 78 63 78 or visit our web site and complete a 2 step form to book a free consultation in the convenience of your home or our offices.


Deposit Bond and How It Can Work For You    

A deposit bond is a guarantee to the Vendor equal to the amount of the deposit required. It effectively takes the place of a cash deposit between the time of exchange and settlement of the property.

It is quick, cost-effective and a convenient alternative to tying up your assets when needing to raise a deposit.

You can use a Deposit Bond to secure a property which may not settle for up to four years. This means you can continue to earn interest on your investments, avoid paying the high cost of a loan or securing a bank guarantee until it is time to settle the property.

Benefits for Purchasers:

• Deposit Bonds are Unsecured (ie. No mortgages or charges are taken over property assets).


• The Deposit Bond cost ranges between 0.3 and 1.255% of the purchase price and is calculated with respect to the term and value of the Deposit Bond required. This amount is paid once at the time of application. A fee is not charged if the applicant does not qualify for the deposit bond.


• Deposit Bonds generally have proved to be more cost effective than using your own savings, bank guarantees or loan monies.


• No loan approval is required to have a deposit bond issued on a bond with terms of 6 months or greater.


• Turnaround Time - from receipt of a satisfactory completed application and supporting documentation can be completed in as little as 5 minutes.


• Provides you with an opportunity to purchase the property of your choice whilst keeping assets untouched until needed at time of settlement.

 

Top Home Loans have direct web access to main competing deposit bond financiers. To arrange online application, simply call Top Home Loans on  1300 78 63 78     www.tophomeloans.com.au


Hot, Low Rate Update                                          

Loan Type

Interest Rate

 Comparison

Rate

Introductory Honeymoon Rate

5.44%

7.40%

Basic Variable Rate

6.65%

6.66%

Standard Variable

6.40%

7.71%

1 Year Fixed Rate

6.19%

6.82%

3 Year Fixed Rate

6.69%

6.83%

5 Year Fixed Rate

6.69%

6.91%

15 Year Fixed Rate

7.32%

7.96%

Lo Documentation (Lo-Doc) Rate

6.50%

7.81%

Ask us about low Professional Package Rates which vary by loan size.

* Above rates applicable as at 01st of September, 2005. Lender conditions apply.



Coming Next Month..                          


We will focus on a growing trend in mortgage payment claims as banks are taken to the task on alleged miscalculations and claims of overcharging. Plus, we will hear about the latest offers from our panel lenders.

Until then, we thank you for your interest and continued support,

Everyone at Top Home Loans

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