Treat your investment property like a business and your tenants like clients
It’s important to look after the tenants in your investment property – it encourages them to stay long term and…
Investment Loan Archive
Why it’s so important to review your investment loans now!
As a result of the “slow down” in investment lending combined with significant losses in market share, major and non-major…
ANZ Lending Update
Effective 16 June, ANZ Bank will increase their Variable Interest Only home loan rates for both investors and owner occupiers…
Last of the Major 4 Banks to cap interest only loans at 80% LVR
Westpac Bank announced today the maximum LVR (loan to valuation ratio) for those seeking interest only repayments will be capped…
Overcapitalising – what is it and how to avoid it
As a home owner or property investor, you may have heard the term ‘overcapitalising’. But what exactly is it and…
Your guide to investment property loans
There are certain things to look out for when selecting and applying for a loan for your investment property. Here…
Cash rate remains at 1.50% and lending polices are expected to further tighten
The RBA has again left interest rates on hold at the historical low of 1.50%. There has been no changes…
Your property inspection checklist
When you’re house hunting, it’s easy to get distracted by aesthetics. This checklist will help you focus on what’s really…
CBA & Bankwest temporarily suspend lending for purpose of refinancing investment loans
In breaking news CBA and their subsidiary Bankwest released communications today that they will no longer accept applications for refinance…
Six winning strategies for auctions
Auctions are competitive and stressful for most bidders. Here are six smart strategies that could improve your chances of winning.
Home Loans 101
There are a range of home loans available in Australia, so it can be hard to understand their features and…
Investment Loans – interest increase for investors
Over the past week there have been some bold moves by the major 4 and second tier banks to curtail…
