May 4th 2010
Download Ross Greenwood’s interview with John Symond on 2GB on 29/4/10 where they discuss the Interest Rate Rise on May 4th.
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With a rate rise and heaps of legal changes to keep in mind in regards to property, This Week’s Picks highlight’s Australia’s property boom, Aussie John’s take on the RBA rate rise and the legal issues which homeowners need to be on top of.
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Interest rates are arguably the most important issue facing Australian homeowners.
However there is much confusion about who controls interest rates, what factors influence rates and how this affects mortgage repayments.
Does Wayne Swan control interest rates?
No Wayne Swan does not control interest rates. Nor does Tony Abbott.
So who does?
The cash interest rate is decided by the [...]
In the last month of 2009, Aussie’s John Symond shared his unique and informative views about the state of the current property market and the Australian economy.
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Following last Tuesdays rate hike of 25 basis points, many home experts are urging homeowners to investigate their refinancing options.
John Symond, Chairman of Aussie Home Loans, believes struggling borrowers should do their research and seek guidance on the available options.
“The latest rate rises will put pressure on borrowers with large debts, but I caution them [...]
While the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) left interest rates on hold this month, it will raise rates in November, December and February, according to a leading economist.
Alan Oster, group chief economist at National Australia Bank, said a string of positive economic data will force the RBA to move earlier than expected to raise rates.
“Markets [...]
Despite an economic downturn and unstable job market, a report released this week claims houses are the most affordable they’ve been in seven years.
According to the Housing Institute of Australia and Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s Affordability Report, low interest rates and a stable market combined to create a 14 percent improvement in housing affordability for [...]
Following the Reserve Bank’s decision to lift official interest rates by 0.25 per cent to 3.25 per cent, some industry experts are urging homeowners to refinance.
The rise will increase payments by around $41 a month for homeowners with a $300,000 mortgage, while those with more expensive loans will be paying much more: an $850,000 loan [...]
October 2009
Download Ross Greenwood’s interview with John Symond on 2GB on 20/10/09 where they discuss the fallout following the Reserve Bank’s current mood.
Listen to the Interview (MP3)
John Symond will be appearing regularly on the Ross Greenwood Money Show.
October 2009
Download Ross Greenwood’s interview with John Symond on 2GB on 13/10/09 where they discuss the fallout following the Reserve Bank’s lifting of official interest rates by 0.25 per cent last week. John tells 2GB’s Ross Greenwood that it has been a wake-up call for many home owners, who are now acting to ensure they [...]
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