When people decide to take out a home loan with a mortgage broker, one of the driving factors in which product to take is the interest rate on offer. And one of the biggest influences on interest rates month-to-month is the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) statement on the official cash rate. While not the […]
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When you look for a new job, you want one that is part of a thriving industry brimming with confidence – and if new research is anything to go by, the life of a mortgage broker fits this bill perfectly. Roy Morgan Research has released its latest Business Confidence survey, and findings show an overall […]
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When interest rates stay low, it usually means good news for people interested in taking out a home loan. RP Data have analysed the main takeaways from the Reserve Bank’s decision to keep interest rates at very low levels for over a year, looking at the minutes from the RBA’s September meeting. Dwelling commencements had […]
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Anyone paying attention to the market in Australia over the last year will have noticed the steady interest rate environment and its impact on lending. With the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) leaving the cash rate unchanged since August 2013, the Australian Bureau of Statistics has noted that lending finance has continued to trend upwards […]
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New figures have shown a steady increase in the amount of borrowing being done by Australians this year, which suggests now could be a great time for mortgage brokers to thrive. The Housing Industry Association (HIA) represents the residential building industry, and says the lending numbers from the Australian Bureau of Statistics are very promising. […]
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Rising capital city dwelling values could spur on the growth of interested buyers looking to secure a slice of residential property ahead of the impending population boom, which could make the services of a mortgage broker extremely useful in the coming months. Now could be the perfect time to brush up on your skills and […]
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If you’re looking for a career change but can’t figure out what direction to take, you should consider taking up mortgage broker training and move into this exciting and lucrative industry. Before making a big career change, it’s worth understanding exactly what being a mortgage broker entails to gauge whether it’s the right choice for […]
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Earlier this week (September 1), the Victorian state government announced that the stamp duty concession for first home buyers would be raised to 50 per cent. This could lead to an uptake in the number of these individuals seeking out the help of a mortgage broker and being working towards securing their first home in […]
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New research commissioned by the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) has found mortgage brokers have been integral to the growth of the home loan market over the last 12 months, being responsible for 61 per cent of the increases in lending seen across the nation. There has been a $57 billion increase in […]
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Australia’s housing finance landscape has seen an increase in the strength of new home lending rates across the nation, which suggests more buyers are obtaining finance for their purchases. As a mortgage broker, staying sharp and on top of these developments will do wonders for you – allowing you to help your clients with all […]
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