February News

INTEREST RATES SLASHED BY THE RBA

In its meeting today, Tuesday 3 February 2009, the Reserve Bank Australia announced an interest rate cut of one percent.  This was a little lower than some of the predictions being made, and brings the official cash rate to 3.25%.  This level has not been seen since 1964. 

Our Prime Minister has urged the banks to pass on the full one percent reduction as soon as possible and we hope they do.  Feel free to contact us any time for the latest lender interest rates.

FREE FIRST HOME BUYER SEMINAR

LJ Hooker Caloundra are hosting a free First Home Buyer seminar on Wednesday 25 February 2009 at 6pm at their offices at 125 Bulcock Street, Caloundra.

During this informative hour you will hear from Geoff Lyons of Geoff Lyons Solicitors, who explains the purchase contract and provides valuable information on clauses to look out for.  Kellie Payne from RetireInvest speaks about insurance and how you can protect your family from financial ruin if you or your partner become seriously ill or pass away.  Scott Hull from LJ Hooker offers interesting information on market cycles, buying a new home versus buying an existing home and also provides a snapshot of properties for sale that may suit a first home buyer.  I will be there speaking about the First Home Owners Boost and outlining the procedure from applying for a loan to settlement day.

Refreshments are provided after the seminar and everyone is welcome to attend, even if you are not a First Home Buyer.  It is a great opportunity to chat to all the speakers and ask questions. 

You can RSVP to me or to LJ Hooker direct on 5499 7588 or caloundra@ljh.com.au.

MORE CHOICE FOR PERSONAL LOANS

Our range of products has expanded with ANZ now offering personal loans through our network.  Applying is easy and you will know if you have been approved within 24 hours.  You can access from $5,000 up to $20,000 for any personal use, such as a holiday, a car, renovations to your home, investing in shares, consolidating debts or furthering your education.  Contact us to find out more.

As this is our first newsletter for the year, we would like to wish everyone a happy and successful 2009.  If you have any questions, or would like us to undertake a comparison for you, please feel free to call 1300 307 771 any time.  Of course there’s no obligation and our service to you is free.

Andrea Hookham

0412 753 166

Senior Loan Consultant

Leading Home Loans