Yesterday the RBA continued to hike up rates, resulting in the highest interest rates in years. We are seeing home owners pouring out money they don’t have. Hear Lee’s take on the situation, plus an update on how migration is affecting employment and housing costs. And, we get real about creating buffers if you have …
Are you feeling the pinch of rising interest rates? If you’re one of the smart ones you’d be considering restructuring now, before the banks put their rates up in the next couple of weeks and potentially make it tougher to get a refinance done at all. By restructuring you are not only looking into the current interest rates …
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In positive news for home owners, the Aussie real estate market has finally swung in their favour. Why? Because after months of seeing forlorn ‘For Sale’ signs on empty houses, sold stickers are going up. And, according to CoreLogic, the combined value of Australian real estate reached $10 trillion at the end of August. The …
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On probation but still need a home loan? We’ve got you. In this week’s QTNA, Lee covers the ins and outs of getting a home loan while you are on a probation period at work. Are you about to take maternity leave? Want to know your options financially as you grow your family? Let’s talk! …
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The federal government has increased its housing construction target, in a bid to increase supply and improve affordability. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, after meeting with the National Cabinet recently, announced a new national target to build 1.2 million well‑located new homes over five years, from 1 July 2024. That replaces the original target of 1 …
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For today’s QTNA (Questions That Need Answers) Lee tackles maternity leave. It is possible to get a home loan and refinance while on mat leave? Absolutely. But there is a caveat. Take a look. Are you about to take maternity leave? Want to know your options financially as you grow your family? Let’s talk! …
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I am a problem solver. I love people, I love solving puzzles and I’m great with finance (and structuring), so thought becoming a broker made a lot of sense. What better way of being able to help people than to use my passions and gifting in solving puzzles (aka problems)? I obsess over it. …
Those of you who know me well know just how seriously I take a costume party. And at recent broker conference event where I won the “best costume” award, this was no exception. “Any words you’d like to say Lee?” Despite me not knowing anybody before the event, I timidly grabbed the mic for my …
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From forever homes to investment properties, value is shaped and driven by big-picture trends over time. Through the highs and lows, it’s important to keep these enduring truths about home ownership front of mind. Property has long been central to life in Australia. It’s a place to call home, and a springboard for your lifestyle …
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