With all the contradicting headlines – I think that it is prudent for one to analyse their own situation and make the call based on their level of comfort and tolerance to their loan repayments increasing. It is also important to shop around for the best deals. Fixed loans losing appealFriday, April 18, 2008Homebuyers are turning away from fix…[Read more]

My personal view is to fix.Just fixed for 3 years at 8.49%. ANZ just put up their variable rate today by 0.10%, GE by 0.10% a couple of days ago.Westpac are cutting brokers commissions to ease funding cost pressures.RBA aside, the banks rates are still going up due to the rising cost of funds O/S. Kind Regards

Hi Keo,A bit cheeky however, you may want to review our website for some of our case studies as buyers agents.Kind Regards

Hi Jack,Establishing a line of credit (LOC) off your home may provide more flexibility to fund future investments. These interest rates are often higher however, you could use the LOC for the deposit (20%) plus costs (approx 5%) and then use another cheaper loan for the balance required (80%) This will also ensure the properties are not cross s…[Read more]