Sydney Mortgage Practice
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Hello,

A good mortgage broker is one that listens to your needs and provides expert advice based on your goals, lifestyle and personal financial situation. Its anticipated this is what the industry will be seeing more of with the introduction of Australias first standard national laws for the responsible lending of consumer credit - see article below.

As your mortgage broker it is our role to save you time, effort and leg work. We are here to help demystify the loan process - refer to article 3 article on genuine savings - as well as ensure your loan works for you - refer to the 4th article about making the most of redraw and offset.

Dont forget we are also a reliable source of the latest news and trends as they affect the industry - such as our second article that outlines what the 2009 Federal Budget means for you as an investor and home owner.

Enjoy this newsletter and feel free to pass it on to family and friends.



John Kinross
Director

PO Box 741
Rozelle NSW 2039
Tel:1300 885 559
Mob:0405 534 344
Fax:1300 885 559

Responsible Lending Laws
Serious About Saving
Budget Boost for Home Buyers
Redraw and Offset: A Step Ahead


Responsible Lending Laws

When you take out a home loan you want the peace of mind to know you are dealing with a broker who has demonstrated knowledge, experience and integrity.


It's with this in mind that the federal government has introduced the National Consumer Credit Protection Bill 2009, which puts in place new national responsible lending laws for all consumer credit.

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Serious About Saving

From childhood most of us are taught the value of saving money, a lesson that can now pay dividends for those entering the home loan market.


As banks and other lenders tighten their lending criteria in the face of the global economic crisis, the requirement for borrowers to show genuine savings to secure a home loan is fast becoming the norm.

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Budget Boost for Home Buyers

The Federal Government's 2009 Budget has generated optimism in the property market thanks to a $22 billion infrastructure program and extension of the First Home Owner's Grant.


Both initiatives are considered as positive steps in the move to stimulate our economy and give first home buyers a foothold in the housing market.

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Redraw and Offset: A Step Ahead

While interest rates remain low, it pays to stay ahead of your minimum monthly repayments by using a redraw facility or offset account.


Since mortgage rates have dropped, nearly one in three suburban families continue to make more than the minimum required monthly home loan repayment*, a choice that will save years off their mortgage and thousands of dollars in interest.

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Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia


Sydney Mortgage Practice is a member of the MFAA, the peak governing industry body. All members are bound by a strict code of ethics to ensure the highest levels of service, integrity and professionalism.

John Kinross is an Accredited Mortgage Consultant of the MFAA. This means that he has proven qualifications, experience and expertise in the mortgage industry.

MFAA number is 10977.

About Us


Sydney Mortgage Practice has developed relationships with over 30 lending institutions in Australia. Our experience in liaising and negotiating with these wide range of lenders makes the process of securing property finance easy for you. The broad range of lenders on our panel enables us to satisfy (just about) all mortgage scenarios we encounter.

Sydney Mortgage Practice manages the whole process of obtaining funding from a lender on your behalf - from application through to the settlement of your loan.

We are committed to sourcing the most competitive loan from our panel lenders to suit each client's circumstances.

We aim to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction and to build long term relationships with our clients.

Disclaimer: This newsletter is intended to provide general news and information only. Readers should rely on their own enquiries before making any decisions regarding their own interests. Please do not rely on any part of this newsletter as a substitute for specific legal or financial advice. All material is copyright 2010.