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Paying off your mortgage years early can save substantial interest, although finding extra money isn't easy in today's environment. Elevated interest rates and cost-of-living pressures mean many households are already watching every dollar. That can make large extra repayments unrealistic, but smaller changes to how you manage your mortgage can still help you get ahead over time. Small moves can add up. Potentially you could... Consider paying half your monthly repayment ever

If you're self-employed and dreaming of buying your first home, you've probably wondered whether getting a home loan will be harder than it is for someone with a regular salary. The good news? Being self-employed doesn't stop you from getting into the property market. While lenders may ask for different documentation, there are a range of loan options available and, in many cases, getting approved can be more achievable than people think. One of the biggest myths we hear is t

The RBA has just announced its third rate rise this year. How can you take control and make smart decisions when rates rise?

Today, Littlespring Director and Finance Broker, Kate Garrett, had a chat with the editor of The Adviser podcast, Annie Kane. The pair spoke about growing a business without burning out, and why bringing on a Virtual Assistant (Tifany, who many of our clients know well!) was one of the best moves Kate's made. If you’re a small business owner wondering how to buy back your time and how to start to scale, it’s worth a listen. 🎙️ Listen here

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but with these quick tips you'll be on your way in no time

Today, Littlespring Finance's Director and Finance Broker was named as one of Australia's top 25 female brokers in Australia, as rated by The Adviser's Elite Broker Ratings 2026. On winning, Kate said "I'm incredibly honoured to be named as one of the top 25 female brokers in Australia. This recognition means a lot and reflects the work we do every day for our clients and all the work happening behind the scenes every day at Littlespring Finance". Kate credited her clients, t