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Interest Rates Remain At Record Lows
The Reserve Bank of Australia has yet again left the official cash rate on hold at 1.5 per cent.
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RBA Decision - No Change To Interest Rates
The RBA has kept the cash rate on hold for the 22nd consecutive board meeting at a historical low of 1.5 per cent. At this point in time it is expected interest rates will remain on hold well into 2019.
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How your bank calculates a business risk
Just like you, banks are in business – and they don’t succeed by making bad deals. When they consider your loan application, they’re calculating the financial risk of entering into an arrangement with you. Let’s break it down...
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How redraw works and why it’s a handy feature loan feature
It’s one of the less glamorous home loan features, but the redraw facility deserves a second look. Here’s why:
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ANZ Lending Update
Effective 16 June, ANZ Bank will increase their Variable Interest Only home loan rates for both investors and owner occupiers by 30 basis points. ANZ's Standard Variable Rate for investment lending with Interest Only repayments is now 6.26% p.a..
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Last of the Major 4 Banks to cap interest only loans at 80% LVR
Westpac Bank announced today the maximum LVR (loan to valuation ratio) for those seeking interest only repayments will be capped at 80%. This applies to both owner occupied and investment lending. They are last of the Major 4 Banks to cap LVRs for ...
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Overcapitalising – what it is and how to avoid it
As a home owner or property investor, you may have heard the term ‘overcapitalising’. But what exactly is it and why is it considered bad?
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Making your excess cash work for you!
If you are lucky enough to have come to that point in life where you have paid off your private mortgage you may now be looking at paying down some investment loans. There are a number of factors you need to consider to ensure you get your excess cash working for you in the best way possible.
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