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Jess from Lend Local Co in the Glenbrook office, helping first home buyers work out their deposit

How Much Deposit Do You Need to Buy a Home in Penrith in 2026?

How much deposit do first home buyers need in Penrith in 2026? Worked examples for a unit and a house, the 5% Deposit Scheme, stamp duty and guarantors.

October 22, 2026

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Self-Employed? Here's How to Get a Home Loan in 2026

Self-employed and need a home loan in 2026? Full-doc, low-doc and alt-doc explained, what lenders look for, and tips to strengthen your application.

October 14, 2026

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Home Loan Pre-Approval Explained: Why You Need One Before You Start House Hunting

Home loan pre-approval explained: what it is, how long it lasts and why you need one before you start house hunting. A plain-English guide from Lend Local Co.

October 14, 2026

5 signs it's time to refinance your home loan

5 Signs It's Time to Refinance Your Home Loan

Not sure when to refinance your home loan? Five signs it is time: a rate starting with 6, an expiring fixed rate, equity you want to use, and more.

October 14, 2026

Young couple with a tablet in front of a new home in the Blue Mountains

First Home Buyer's Guide: How to Buy in the Blue Mountains in 2026

A first home buyer guide for the Blue Mountains in 2026: what you can borrow, grants and schemes, deposit options and why pre-approval matters.

October 14, 2026

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