We are off to the pub!
News from the Dog House In my capacity as Chief Morale Booster of the Origin team, I like to keep the troops happy. So, today, I sent everyone to the pub! I know that Australians don’t really need an excuse for a beer. But, today, we had one! Julie has just returned from her US […]
Industry heavyweights weigh up impacts of lending change
The Adviser Magazine Industry heavyweights weigh up impacts of lending change http://www.theadviser.com.au/breaking-news/32697-industry-heavyweights-weigh-up-impacts-of-lending-changes?utm_source=The+Adviser&utm_campaign=The_Adviser_Bulletin10_08_2015&utm_medium=email The Adviser Magazine Written by Adam Zuchetti August 10, 2015 The recent changes to investor lending and bank capitalisation requirements have sparked intense debate among industry leaders, particularly regarding their implications for brokers, consumers and the wider economy. The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority […]
‘Abnormal’ property listings rise a sign of possible investor exit
‘Abnormal’ property listings rise a sign of possible investor exit MSN Money 4 August 2015 http://www.msn.com/en-au/money/personalfinance/abnormal-property-listings-rise-a-sign-of-possible-investor-exit/ar-BBlmZMQ An unseasonal, sharp rise in property listings in July may be an early sign that real estate boom centred on Sydney and Melbourne is nearing its peak. SQM Research figures show that, nationally, the number of properties listed for […]
Australian dwellings valued at $6 trillion after capital city home values surge 2.8% higher in July
Australian dwellings valued at $6 trillion after capital city home values surge 2.8% higher in July CoreLogic RP Data Hedonic Home Value Index, July 2015 results Released: Monday, August 3, 2015 http://www.corelogic.com.au/media-release/australian-dwellings-valued-at-6-trillion-after-capital-city-home-values-surge-2-8-higher-in-july Melbourne and Sydney continued to set a rapid pace for capital gains in July, pushing the CoreLogic RP Data Home Value Index 2.8% […]
Refinancing Will Be The Next Big Thing
Refinancing Will Be The Next Big Thing By Martin North | August 4, 2015 | Digital Finance Analytics Refinancing Will Be The Next Big Thing As the banks dial back investor lending to meet the speed limit set by APRA, owner occupied loans are becoming the focus. Within that, we are already seeing very attractive refinance deals – including […]
$2,000 Cash AND Your New Home!
Owner-occupiers are due to come to the fore in the current property market. The rapid price rises of the past couple of years have primarily driven by property investors, who have crowded out owner-occupiers. However, recent banking changes are going to make things harder for investors; clearing the way for owner occupiers. Prompted by government […]
Australian dwellings valued at $6 trillion after capital city home values surge 2.8% higher in July
CoreLogic RP Data Hedonic Home Value Index, July 2015 results Released: Monday, August 3, 2015 Melbourne and Sydney continued to set a rapid pace for capital gains in July, pushing the CoreLogic RP Data Home Value Index 2.8% higher over the month and 11.1% higher over the past year. The two tiered growth evident across […]
Who Wants Sexy Property Investment?
My kids call me a dag and my wife says I have the flair of Val Doonican. But, with investments, that is what is needed. I have just read an article in the UK media about the quality of the homes developed by Kevin McLoud, the presenter of Grand Designs. Personally, I like the show, […]
Successful Mortgage Broking Careers Seminar
Origin Finance held another successful careers seminar last night – this time in Melbourne. Again there was not a spare seat in the room. The quality of the attendees was high – many seem to have the potential to become good mortgage brokers. If you are interested in becoming a mortgage broker, please get in […]
Australian Dollar Update
The Australian dollar is experiencing significant seller pressure today in response to a soft reading on the closely watched ‘flash’ manufacturing output index out of China. A ‘warning’ from S&P that it may downgrade Australia’s credit rating if political deadlock precludes meaningful repair of Canberra’s budget is also cited as contributing to the selling pressure. […]