23/07/2022
Purchasing and Refinancing Hobby Farms and Lifestyle Acreage Properties
Moving to an acreage property or purchasing a weekender is a common scenario we help our clients with.
When purchasing or refinancing a property which is either a hobby farm or large acreage lifestyle property, below are some helpful tips:
1. Make sure you are working with a lender who will accept this type of property. We have a group of lenders who will work with properties from 1 acre to 200 acres.
2. Have a specialist in acreage and rural property finance run the numbers for you. We frequently get referrals from clients who had a preapproval, but not for this type of property size and type. These clients have been through the approval process with a lender and at the last minute, the property isn't supported, and they are in a mad rush to get an approval, so they can proceed with the property purchase. Getting it right the first time can reduce stress and anxiety and also save you valuable time.
3. Make sure you get the right loan type for your purchase or refinance. The difference between a residential home loan and a commercial loan can be significant, in terms of interest rate, loan term and costs. This type of property finance does require specialist knowledge and experience. The ability to work with lenders who do this all the time and have an appetite for acreage and rural lending is critical to securing the most appropriate and efficient loan.
4. When refinancing or consolidating debt, you can use available equity in a rural residential property. We have undertaken many debt consolidations, using equity in properties up to 200 acres, which have saved customers thousands of dollars a year, by paying out and closing expensive credit card and personal debt. Working with an expert in this area who understands all of the options, has excellent contacts with lenders and knows the specific policies and products can make a big difference.
With rising interest rates expected over the next 12 months, it has never been more important to have the most competitive home loan and to consolidate expensive personal debt, to free up cashflow and savings buffers.
If this article has raised some questions, please send us an email at: [email protected] or give us a call on 1300 653 200 and we will be more than happy to share our knowledge and experience with you. You can also visit our website at: www.rivendellfinance.com.au
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