The Smartline Report - Home Loan News

NOVEMBER 2009

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The Australian economy and property market continues to surprise on an almost daily basis.

Having gotten through the GFC with only minor bruising, every day seems to bring more news of a surging share market, strengthening property market and increased consumer confidence. more.

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Spring survival guide to investing
Property’s spring survival guide
Monique Wakelin, Eureka Report

Due diligence, in all its forms, is the key to avoiding a major investment mistake during the buoyant spring selling season. Ideally, investors should have spent at least three months studying the market before making their property purchase. more.

 
investors
Property: investors step up
Monique Wakelin, Eureka Report

The suddenness of the downturn in the property market took most by surprise but just as many have been shocked by the speed and resilience of the revival as investors move back into the market. more.

 
not all the same

Not all lenders are the same

Karen Baldwin, Smartline Article
The mistaken beliefs that all banks are the same and there is little competition in the lending market could be costing some borrowers thousands of dollars. more.  
bumpy rise

We’re in for a bumpy rise

Robert Gottliebsen, Eureka Report
The Australian stimulus package has worked beyond anyone’s expectations and is about to create an environment of excessive growth. The economy has never been stimulated this way before, so we are in unchartered territory. more.
 
Market Review
Herron Todd White
The large number of major infrastructure projects on the go around the country at the present time is likely to have a significant impact on property prices in surrounding areas.  

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    CHARITY PROFILE

    For every loan Smartline organises, $10 is paid to a range of charities. Over $400,000 has been donated to date.

    The Ronald McDonald House is a 'home away from home' for families from country and regional areas whose children are being treated in hospital. Staff and volunteers ensure that families are given the support and homely environment they need at what is an extremely difficult time in their lives.

    Smartline recently ran a night at The Ronald McDonald House in Westmead. 20 people from Smartline donated their time to help with the cooking and preparation of a meal for 90 people. more.

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