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.


Hanan's latest articles

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 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

Is it Time to Buy Your First Home? Here's What You Need to Know

Buying your first home is a big financial commitment. Find out the 5 things to consider before taking the plunge and buying your first home.

04 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

Mortgage lending criteria you should be aware of

Australian mortgage lenders have a specific set of criteria they use to assess home loan applications. Here are the common conditions they evaluate.

04 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

Can I 3D print a house?

Have you considered looking for an affordable, empty block of land on which you could build a cheap 3D printed house? Find out how 3D printing works.

03 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

How to apply for a home loan

How to apply for a home loan. . 1. Know how much you can afford. 2. Compare home loan features. Owning your own home is the great Australian dream, but signi...

03 Jan 2023
Hanan Dervisevic

How to apply for a personal loan

Need to apply for a personal loan but don't know how it works? Find out the steps involved in applying for a personal loan and what information you'll need t...

31 Oct 2022
Hanan Dervisevic

Are Term Deposits Covered By The Australian Government Guarantee?

Term deposits are covered by the Australian Government Guarantee scheme. Under the Financial Claims Scheme, deposits of up to $250,000 are guaranteed b...

03 Oct 2022