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Reserve Bank leaves rates on hold, but for how long?

Wednesday, 11 April 2007
Even though the Reserve Bank kept rates on hold this month economists are warning us that a rate rise in the coming months is likely. But just how likely is an increase and when can we expect it to occur?
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Fight rising rates with a fixed rate lock in

Tuesday, 27 March 2007
Even when you are applying for a fixed loan the interest rate that is generally applicable is the current rate on the settlement day of your loan. So if an interest increase is looming how can you second guess the market and lock down a great rate? With a rate lock.
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Analysts Back an April Rate Rise

Tuesday, 27 March 2007
Lately we have seen many contradictory theories from analysts regarding interest rates. Westpac banks chief economist Bill Evans is almost certain of one thing, rates will increase this year. Mr Evans said in a research note "On balance it now looks likely that the Bank will raise rates by 0.25 basis points following its April 3 board meeting".
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Gearing. Are you negative or positive?

Tuesday, 20 March 2007

What is negative and positive gearing?

Negative gearing is where the week to week cost of an investment is more than the immediate return you make from it. For example someone might receive $1,000 in rent for their investment property but the total cost might be $1,500 per month. The benefit is...

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