Author: Otto Dargan

Has Inflation Peaked?

personOtto Dargan access_timeJune 9, 2023

In response to the high inflation, the Reserve Bank of Australia has raised the cash rate by 4.0 percentage points since May of last year, following the latest 25-basis-point increase in June. The Treasurer and RBA governor have established a target for inflation. The goal is...

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Australia’s Rental Affordability Crisis

personOtto Dargan access_timeJune 5, 2023

The ANZ CoreLogic Housing Affordability quarterly report reveals the challenges many would face when buying or renting in Australia. The May 2023 report analysed the rental affordability crisis in Australia caused by the pandemic’s impact on rental supply and demand. Why...

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How To Minimise The Impact Of Interest Rate Rises In 2023

personOtto Dargan access_timeMay 12, 2023

The RBA’s 11th rate rise since May 2022 has everyone worried about their loan repayments. The central bank has been accused of playing recession roulette, but the RBA argues that rate increases are required to smash inflation – which, as of May 2023, is at 7%. The RBA’s...

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A Mortgage Broker Answers Your 10 Burning Questions

personOtto Dargan access_timeMay 4, 2023

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What Does The Stabilising Property Market Mean For First-home Buyers?

personOtto Dargan access_timeMay 2, 2023

After nearly a year of increasing interest rates, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) paused the hikes in April 2023. This decision raises expectations of a stabilisation and this could attract more first-home buyers to the housing market. Signs Of Property Market Stabilising There...

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Signs That You’re Ready To Stop Renting And Buy Your First Home

personOtto Dargan access_timeApril 17, 2023

Are you tired of renting and wondering if you’re ready to buy your first home? If you’ve been thinking about it, it’s important to make sure you’re truly prepared before taking the plunge. Here are some signs that it’s time to move away from renting...

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How Rate Rises Can Affect Your Pre-Approval | Home Loan Experts

personOtto Dargan access_timeMarch 3, 2023

If you are in the market for a new home, you have probably heard of pre-approval – an agreement with a lender in which it confirms that it is willing to lend you a certain amount of money to purchase a home. But did you know that rising interest rates can affect your pre-approval,...

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Refinance Now Or Wait: Is The Peak Of Interest Rate Increases Behind Us?

personOtto Dargan access_timeFebruary 28, 2023

Refinancing can be a smart financial move for homeowners looking to save money in the long run or reduce their short-term living expenses. Despite the record numbers of mortgage holders who have already taken advantage of refinancing, many have yet to explore whether they could...

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Where To Find Positive Cashflow Properties In Australia In 2023

personOtto Dargan access_timeFebruary 28, 2023

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