Need to measure household expenditure accurately for lending purposes

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In light of the Royal Commission there has been much scrutiny towards the banks and by mortgage brokers. One of the key findings within the Royal Commission is the lack... Read more continue reading

Mortgage brokers anticipate more business will go to smaller lenders

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An overwhelming proportion of mortgage brokers anticipate selling more home loans from smaller and regional banks to their clients this year, according to the latest MyState Bank survey of its... Read more continue reading

Vacancy rates dip in March

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Data released by SQM Research this week has revealed the national residential vacancy rate slipped to 2.1% in March 2018, with the number of vacancies Australia-wide falling to 68,964, down... Read more continue reading

SQM Research releases its 2018 Australian Mortgage Trusts Sector Review

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As part of its annual domestic mortgage trust sector review, SQM Research has released a sector report covering the 12 most recognised Australian Mortgage Trusts. Managing Director of SQM Research,... Read more continue reading

Winners and losers from real estate tech disruption

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AMP Capital Head of Real Estate Research Luke Dixon investigates options for landlords to disrupt the disrupters in real estate In Sydney on Valentine’s Day 700 bunches of flowers were... Read more continue reading

National property listings rise in March

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Figures released by SQM Research reveal national residential listings rose in March 2018 by 6.3% to 338,113, led by large gains in Sydney and Melbourne as the market opens up... Read more continue reading

Mortgage broker says 3% mortgage still possible

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Mortgage broker James Grima says it still possible for borrowers to secure mortgage rates that start with a ‘3’. Mr Grima said that sub 4% interest rates are possible if... Read more continue reading

Retirees need not fear ‘longevity risk’ – the home can fund it: response to study

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An important recent study showing only half of Australians have planned financially for increased life expectancy may cause unnecessary fear among older Australians because it overlooks a key strategy for... Read more continue reading

Investor world is changing: P&I loans may be only way into property market

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James Grima at Omniwealth Mortgage is seeing better prospects for Sydney home buyers as the market cools. The slowdown of the residential property market, particularly in Sydney, has been good news for buyers... Read more continue reading

Funding an aged care deposit with reverse mortgage

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A Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD) payable on entry in aged care is often a large amount of money to find in a hurry and many people think selling the family... Read more continue reading