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Banks divided over next rate decision

January 28, 2015 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Cuts, Rate Rises

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The Senior Economists of Australia’s major banks appear to be divided in their predictions relating to whether the Reserve Bank will reduce interest rates when the RBA Board meets on Tuesday.

The differences in predictions relate to the latest report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics confirming significant falls in the price of fuel have reduced the quarterly CPI growth to only 0.2% resulting in a lower than expected Inflation Rate of 1.7% for the year.

As a result of the low inflation figures several of the Banks are predicting the Official Cash Rate will remain at the current level of 2.5% until late 2015 whilst their competitors are anticipating the RBA will reduce rates by 0.25% p.a. in February followed up by a 2nd rate drop in March.

The great news for borrowers is that no-one is predicting any rises in the near future to the record low interest rates we are enjoying today.

Just say “NO” !!!

November 10, 2014 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Cuts, Rate Rises

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After 16 consecutive months of record low Interest Rates why do some Banks continue to charge their loyal customers higher Interest Rates ???

ANSWER: Because these customers didn’t say “NO” !!!

Just say “NO” and save your hard earned dollars.

If your Bank doesn’t listen … Contact DPF Mortgage Specialists

RBA plans to keep Rates at 2.50%

August 21, 2014 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Cuts, Rate Rises

RBA Govenor

Reserve Bank … We’re not changing rates anytime soon

Great News for Borrowers

The RBA Governor (Glenn Stevens) reported to the House Economics Committee in Brisbane yesterday (20/8/2014) that the RBA “hadn’t thought about raising rates recently”

Mr Stevens also stated that “The board has been mindful of allowing time for measures already taken to have their effects, and of the very considerable limitations for monetary policy in fine-tuning economic outcomes over short periods. It has also seen some value, in the present circumstances, in maintaining a sense of steadiness and stability”.

Happy New Financial Year

July 1, 2014 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Cuts, Rate Rises

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The Reserve Bank has delighted borrowers by announcing that the record low interest rates will remain for the time being with the Official Cash Rate to remain at 2.50% in July 2014.

Senior Economists are not surprised by the RBA announcement as the majority continue to predict that interest rates are unlikely to change until late 2014 or early 2015.

Westpac predicts … Rates to remain at Record Low until 2015

March 19, 2014 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Cuts, Rate Rises

 

Bill EvansWestpac Bank’s Chief Economist (Bill Evans) has confirmed that the Bank’s forecasting has changed and no longer anticipates any further cuts in Interest Rates by the Reserve Bank during 2014.

Mr Evans also stated that the Bank predicts Interest Rates will not rise from the current record low levels until early in 2015.

Great News for Borrowers and Home Buyers !!!

Banks Increase Fixed Interest Rates

November 12, 2013 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Rises

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Several Banks have joined Westpac + ANZ by increasing their Fixed Interest Rates.

Economists predict more Banks will soon follow despite predictions that Variable Interest Rates are not likely to rise until mid-2014.

 If you wish to lock-in your Home Loan Repayments please feel free to call or click on “CONTACT US”.

Fixed Interest Rates may soon be on the rise

November 5, 2013 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Rises

RBA Rate Decision

The Reserve Bank Board has announced that the  Official Cash Rate will be retained at the current level (2.50%) for the time being as the RBA Board believes the economy is performing within the forecasted levels and further improvements are anticipated within Non-Mining sectors of the domestic economy over the next reporting period.

Senior Economists within Australia are suggesting borrowers who wish to lock in part / all of their Home Loan onto a Fixed Interest Rate may wish to consider their options as the Lenders are currently reviewing their Fixed Interest Rates with several of the Banks having already moved to increase their 3 Year + 5 Year Fixed Interest Rates.

RBA … No Change to Interest Rates

October 1, 2013 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Cuts, Rate Rises

Reserve Bank

The Reserve Bank Board has announced the official cash rate will remain at the current level (2.50%) whilst they continue to observe the impact of the new Federal Government on the Australian economy.

RBA … No Change to Interest Rates

September 3, 2013 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Cuts, Rate Rises

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The Reserve Bank has retained Interest Rates at their current level for September.

The RBA Board will review their decision again in October once the impact of the upcoming Federal Election has flowed onto the economy.

ANZ Increase Fixed Rates … Will Other Banks Follow ???

July 8, 2013 in Insider Tips, Latest News, Rate Rises

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ANZ is the 1st of the “Big Banks” to increase their Fixed Interest Rates on Home Loans.

Customers of ANZ will now pay an additional 0.20% p.a. if they wish to lock in their Home Loan Interest Rate for a 3 year term.

The “Other Banks” have yet to follow the lead of the ANZ and continue to offer 3 Year Fixed Rates between 4.85% p.a. – 4.99% p.a.

Q … Will the other Banks follow the lead of the ANZ Bank ???

A … Not as yet 🙂