There's been some exciting news in the lending space, where for new and existing customers and new applications, an LMI Waiver is on offer to Registered Nurses and Midwives. Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) is a one-off, non-refundable, non-transferrable premium that's added to your home loan...

Borrowing money for your start-up can often feel daunting, but the more prepared you can be the greater chance you have of securing a loan. Knowing and being able to communicate the basics of your business will inform the lender about your business proposal so it can...

At Finestream, we want to profile businesses that we have worked with who inspire us! DB Motors is one such business, that's why we have chosen them for our next Business Profile. You can view our first Business Profile on Adelaide Hills Lawns & Gardens...

It seems every second person is either jumping on a plane to escape the cold, or embarking on a road trip with their caravan in tow. Are you in the market for a caravan? Wondering what kind of caravan you should buy? When you've never...

Motorbikes are a sought-after asset in Australia, spanning across a variety of categories, including leisure, commercial, and consumer. Thinking of buying a motorbike? In this short article we take a look at the motorbike landscape in Australia, sale numbers, rates, and some quick tips when buying...

With the .5% increase to the cash rate (as of 7/6/22) we want to know how we can save money on our home loans. Here's 5 ideas that can save you money.   1. Setup your home loan repayments to weekly or fortnightly By setting up weekly...

The motor vehicle industry is missing out on valuable sales due to the supply chain problems that are affecting the world.   A total of 81,065 new vehicles were sold in April, which was 12.2% lower than the year before, according to the Federal Chamber of Automotive...

With the RBA's cash rate hike last week there is a little bit of panic in the air. In times like this it's important to get educated, understand the basics, and then make smart decisions. Let's simplify this, and then we hope you can make an...

It's a common question our clients ask when they're in the market for a new ute, Ranger or Hilux? Both are sought after vehicles, top of their segment, and workhorses of the industry. The Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux have been battling it out for...

The question, 'How's your credit rating?' or 'What's your credit score?' can fill people with dread. A lot of this stems from not understanding what makes a positive credit score and what can turn it into a negative one. Here's 5 ways to boost your...