About the author

Hanan is a InfoChoice Group journalist with an interest in home loans, property investing, money saving tactics, and educating young Australians like herself on personal finance.


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Hanan Dervisevic

Paying Off Your Car Loan Early: What You Need to Know

Need a bigger car to cater for your growing family? Got your eye on a new model you simply must get your hands on? For whatever reason, if you’re...

17 May 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

What’s the Difference Between Variable and Fixed-Rate Car Loans?

So you’ve decided you’re in need of a loan to finance your new set of wheels. But how do you choose between a variable car loan and a fixed...

10 May 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

What You Need to Know About Qualifying for a Car Loan

Before you jump into the driver’s seat and purchase your dream car, it may be worthwhile understanding what the minimum eligibility requirements ...

05 May 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

Personal loan application rejection: What's next?

Having a personal loan application rejected can be a frustrating experience to say the least. But it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s game over.

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02 May 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

How to Prepare Your Home to Sell For The Highest Possible Price

Preparing your home to sell? Here's a 6-step guide on what a homeowner can do to ensure they sell for the highest possible price.

31 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

What is Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI)?

Lenders mortgage insurance can be an expensive cost on top of your home loan deposit, so find out what it actually is, how much it costs, and how it works.

23 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

Can you negotiate a better mortgage rate?

Will banks and lenders negotiate a better rate if I ask? Find out the 5 steps to negotiate a lower interest rate on your home loan.

23 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

What is a Low Doc Home Loan?

What is a low doc home loan? Features of a low doc home loan. We're often told in order to buy your own home you need ...

17 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

Savings accounts vs. term deposits

Savings accounts vs. term deposits. What is a term deposit? What is a savings account? How do they compare?

16 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

Should you consider interest only mortgage payments?

Considering an interest-only home loan to lower your repayments and make life that little bit easier? Find out how an interest-only loan works and who they'r...

10 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

How to pick a winner: Guide to viewing open homes

If you're in the market for a new house you'll spend a lot of your spare time attending open homes. Open house inspections are a chance for potential buy...<...

09 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

The hidden costs of buying a property

The Biggest step to owning your own home is saving the deposit for your home loan. But there are many other costs involved that you may not have considered.<...

06 Jan 2023