Would You Like $1,000 and a Better Home Loan?
There is intense competition between the banks at the moment – and they are competing for your business. Recently, three of the major banks offered $1,000 cash-back to clients who switch to them. But the good news for borrowers does not stop there. The banks are also offering massively discounted rates; which means that once […]
Is spring the right time to buy?
Spring is widely known as the busiest time in the home buying calendar as the nicer weather draws more buyers out to property inspections, and drives more vendors to list their properties. But is spring really the best time for buying a home, or is it merely an industry myth? It’s true that spring is […]
Renting or buying – which is best for you?
When it comes to property, the decision between renting and buying is often a difficult one. While renting will often be cheaper in the short-term than paying a mortgage, the benefits of buying a home may leave you financially better off in the long run. However, you’ll need to have a deposit and some stability […]
Interest rate limbo – how low can you go
Can You Be Sure You Got the Best Deal?
There are two types of home loan borrower I meet at a BBQ, those who: go to their local branch for a home loan, accept the offer they are sold and then boast that ‘XYZ bank gave me a 0.8 per cent discount for being a loyal customer!’ ask themselves how they can get […]
Origin Finance and Chan & Naylor unite to form national brokerage
WRITTEN BY Nick Bendel October 02, 2014 http://www.theadviser.com.au/breaking-news/30881-prominent-firms-unite-to-form-national-brokerage A new national mortgage group will use white label products as part of a strategy to offer clients a one-stop shop for finance. The new business is called Chan & Naylor Finance and is an equal-share joint venture between brokerage Origin Finance and national accounting and wealth […]
Steps to building a successful investment portfolio
Thanks to our strong property market and tax concessions for investors, property investment is a popular pastime in Australia, and can even provide a full-time income for some people. But how does a would-be investor get started in the property market, and ensure they make the most from their investment? Read on for Choice Home […]
Henry Daniell – Director of First Impressions
by Insurance Business | Sep 19, 2014 http://www.ibamag.com/news/far-out-friday-face-licking-tension-reliever-19573.aspx Licking your co-workers’ faces would get you fired in most companies, but for a new hire at one North Sydney mortgage brokerage, it’s in his job description. Graeme Salt of Origin Finance told Insurance Business the company recently appointed an office cocker spaniel as its “Stress […]
My Wife’s Bottom
Many of you will have heard me say this before – but my wife has a phenomenally attractive bottom. In fact, it is almost as attractive as the Opera House or the Great Ocean Road. But this week, I came across an almost as attractive bottom – and it came via the pretty dour Governor […]