Property Investors Can Get a Loan If They Know Where to Go

Some property investors may have been spooked by recent decisions by the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA) which seeks to curb lending to property investors.  But, for investors, every cloud has a silver lining. With many banks now turning their back on property investors, savvy investors are returning to a source of funding they used […]

Investor doom and gloom leads to $1,500 cash incentives for home owners!

Despite recent changes in the property investor market, with banks restricting giving investors loans, it is not all doom and gloom for people looking to buy a home or even refinance their existing loan. Basically, a lot of the banks’ current loan portfolios have a higher percentage of investment loans than what the regulator (APRA) […]

Snow in the Office!

Today’s News from the Kennel   Simone had her first encounter with snow this week! It’s funny the impact the white stuff had on the office. Graeme is originally from Manchester, saw lots of snow – hates the stuff. Simone’s family came to Australia via Indonesia – loves the stuff. Talking of love, Chris’ wedding […]

Mortgage Broking Careers Seminar Melbourne 29 July

Are you looking to own your own business with a great income?  Then come to our mortgage broking industry seminar on Wednesday, 29th July at 6.00pm in Melbourne Docklands. The property boom has created strong demand for mortgage brokers.   If you: like finding solutions for clients enjoy consulting to find the right bank for the right client […]

They’re Leaving on Jet Planes

Crikey these school holidays really play havoc with my schedule. A couple of us and Graeme have  been juggling careers and family this week.  It’s never easy being a snag  – which is why the only ones that interest me are those that I can eat.   Mortgage broking really is a growth industry – which is […]

Successful Mortgage Broking Careers Seminar in Brisbane

Origin Finance held an excellent mortgage broking careers information session this evening.   There was not a spare seat and many attendees have said they want to begin their mortgage broking career – and with Origin.      

Booms, Balls and Bones

I had a couple of days in the office this week – making sure that the pack was happy.  It has been quite tough actually because Doug has been running an extra training course; I tend to find that I don’t get the attention that I deserve.   The property boom has created lots of […]

How RBA rate changes affect your interest rate

How RBA rate changes affect your interest rate July 8, 2015 With the RBA setting the official cash rate at all-time lows, it’s a good time to work out how this impacts the interest rate on your home loan and whether you are getting a good deal or not. When the interest rate on your […]