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Graduating into a new career and a new home
When Tammie Collins went back to study to make her dream career change, she thought her dream home would have to wait. But a university degree – and an award recognising her as an emerging movie costume maker – have helped Tammie, 48, of Andrews Farm, achieve both her aspirations.
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Where to find a broker and what to ask them
If you’re new to the housing market, chances are you’ve heard of brokers but don’t know a lot about them or how to go about choosing one. We have developed a handy tool for finding a broker close to you – and the top questions to ask them.
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A home buyer’s guide to taking out home insurance
When you’re budgeting to buy your own home it’s important to consider all the upfront and ongoing costs of home ownership. One cost you mustn’t overlook in the excitement of buying a home is insurance. You will likely have a lot of questions, and this guide can help to steer you in the right direction.
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The top reasons customers choose a specialty lender
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you may have heard about specialty lenders. But what are they – and could HomeStart be the right specialty lender for you? Here’s a quick guide!
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The top 9 reasons to attend a HomeStart Home Buyer Seminar
Opening the door to home ownership also opens the door to a whole new range of activities and responsibilities. It can feel like you have lots of information to take in and sometimes it’s hard to know who to ask about what.
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HomeStart Fashion 2023 Graduate Award Winner – Zoe Kao Shares Her Story
The HomeStart Fashion and Costume Graduate Parade highlights the creativity of up-and-coming designers. One of the standout winners from last year was Zoe Kao, whose collection, The Distant Planet, impressed both the audience and judges.
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Why one-third of new borrowers are choosing the Shared Equity Option
If you’re considering buying your own home, chances are you’ve heard about shared equity. Whether you’re starting out or starting over, it’s an increasingly popular choice, with about one-third of new borrowers at HomeStart now choosing our Shared Equity Option.
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