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07/11/2024

How does your State or Territory compare when it comes to Stamp Duty and Land Tax?

If you are considering investing in property, it’s essential to understand the additional costs like land tax and stamp duty. Here is a breakdown of the key expenses. How does your state/territory fair?

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22/09/2024

Recent Drop in Fixed Loans: What Does it Mean for You?

You may have noticed some of the big banks have recently dropped their fixed loan rates. This could signal a shift in market expectations, with banks anticipating future rate cuts or stabilizations. If you’re considering locking in a fixed loan, now might be the perfect time to explore your options. Let’s chat about how this drop could impact your mortgage plans and whether a fixed loan is the right choice for you!

22/07/2020

JobKeeper has been a lifesaver for many Australians but how has being on JobKeeper affected your chances of refinancing your home loan? Learn more about refinancing your home whilst on JobKeeper in our latest Blog.

Can I refinance my loan whilst on JobKeeper? Learn what steps you can take to get the loan you need. JobKeeper has been a lifesaver for many Australians.

05/03/2020

It appears the Reserve Bank is seeking to contain the economic fallout from the escalating corona-virus crisis by slashing interest rates to a record low of just 0.5%. At the same time, the Prime Minister has appealed to the major banks to pass on the full cut to their customers, implying it would be "un-Australian" not to do so. Find out what another rate cut will be for mortgage holders.

What will another rate cut mean for you? https://hubs.ly/H0nmCWP0

07/02/2020

There are a number of loan products offering huge sign up incentives for January. Up to 4K cash-back to refinance. $2K cash back on new loans above 250K.

28/10/2019

Federal Government reveals new deposit scheme to assist first home buyers

Federal Government reveals new deposit scheme to assist first home buyers

12/03/2019

https://www.afr.com/news/politics/coalition-backs-down-on-ending-trail-commissions-for-mortgage-brokers-20190312-h1caoj

The federal government has reversed a decision to ban trail commissions for mortgage brokers, as proposed by the royal commission, after intense lobbying by the industry and smaller lenders.

07/02/2019

Possible legislation change threatens the mortgage broking industry, which could see all Australians having less access to smaller lenders and even less access to credit. As competition and choice declines, bank power and the risk of higher interest rates increases. Sign the online petition to keep choice alive https://www.brokerbehindyou.com.au/support-your-broker/

07/02/2019

Possible legislation change threatens the mortgage broking industry, which could see all Australians having less
access to smaller lenders and even less access to credit. As competition and choice declines, bank power and
the risk of higher interest rates increases. Sign the online petition to keep choice alive

22/01/2019

Mortgage Broker market share surges to a record 59.1 per cent. This reflects the trust and confidence borrowers have in their mortgage broker.
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21/11/2018

A Timely Reminder - No Mortgage Brokers...No Competition!

The Banks accused of diversionary tactics. Without a comprehensive broker network, competition in the mortgage sector would be greatly reduced.

08/10/2018

First Home Buyers are back in town!

First Home Buyer Loans are up in Victoria by a staggering 50% and in NSW, 32% - the highest levels since 2012. First Home Buyers pip out investors.