Adam Smith was the home loans editor at Finder. Prior to joining Finder he was the editor at Australian Broker where he had been writing about home loans since 2010.
Latest articles by Adam Smith
13 articles written by this author
Fast refinance
Learn how to refinance your home loan fast and save money in the process.
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Investment property tax spreadsheet
Use this downloadable spreadsheet to keep track of your investment property income and expenses.
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Downsizing your home
If your kids have flown the nest and it's time for a smaller property, make sure you choose wisely.
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What is a revert rate?
Learn how mortgage revert rates work and protect yourself from a sudden rate jump.
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Should I make a pre-auction offer on a property?
A guide to making a pre-auction offer, how to do it properly, when to do it and when not to do it.
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finder.com.au Money Podcast #19: Taj Singh takes on your first home buyer fears
This week on the finder.com.au Money Podcast, we chat to First Home Buyers Australia's Taj Singh who helps alleviate our first home buyer blues.
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What credit score do I need for a home loan?
Credit scoring is now used in Australia. Here's what we know about how it'll impact your chances of getting a home loan.
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finder.com.au Money Podcast #11 – Frequent Flyer hacks and cheap wedding hacks part 2
This week on the podcast, it’s part 2 of our chat with insights manager Graham Cooke who chats about cheap wedding hacks and frequent flyer tips.
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What is a Section 32 statement?
We run through Section 32 statements and talk about what important facts are contained in these documents.
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Should I use a conveyancer or solicitor?
Should you use a conveyancer or solicitor to ensure a smooth settlement for your property transaction? Here's how you can decide.
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