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FIN111 Introductory Principles of Finance Spring 2023 Assessment Task 2 - Report Submitted by: Zara Ahmed 7793868
According to Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn, the Australian home mortgage market is a rapidly changing and fiercely competitive landscape, with many financial institutions competing to offer potential homeowners a variety of lending options during a time of radical change and intense competition. (Thomson, 2023) When looking for a mortgage, it is important to evaluate the product thoroughly, considering things like interest rates, the type of interest rates (fixed versus variable), and the presence of an offset account. The inclusion of the interest rate while figuring up the monthly repayment amount is crucial. A lower mortgage interest rate is a wise financial move that will result in significant savings over the course of the loan. When looking for the option to make extra payments or withdraw money, choosing a house loan with a variable interest rate is useful. It is critical to understand that a variable loan's interest rate may change in reaction to market circumstances. The market for mortgages is dominated by the big banks. The majority of the domestic house loan industry is dominated by Commonwealth, Westpac, NAB, and ANZ. To gain market share, they might make use of economies of scale and well-known brands. (IBIS WORLD, 2023) I have evaluated three different mortgage choices provided by different financial institutions, including Westpac, ANZ, and CBA. (Appendix 1) In this analysis of three well-known Australian financial institutions—Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), Westpac, and Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ) — I have compared their interest rates. With a comparable rate of 6.62% p.a., CBA's Standard Variable Rate provides a competitive interest rate of 6.24% p.a. Access to offset accounts and a number of other advantages are offered by the loan. Contrarily, Westpac's Flexi First Option Home Loan, which is subject to particular discount offers, has the lowest interest rate in our review at 6.19% p.a. With no recurring fees and an unlimited number of additional repayment options, this loan emphasises flexibility. Although detailed repayment information was not provided, ANZ's Simplicity PLUS - Variable Rate stands out because to its special offer reduction for customers with lower loan-to-value ratios. The Standard Variable Rate from CBA has useful features despite having a slightly higher interest rate. Simplicity PLUS from ANZ continues to be competitive because to its discount for specific borrowers. Considering the provided assumptions and my specific circumstances, I find that Westpac's Flexi First Option Home Loan with an initial interest rate of 6.19% p.a. is the most suitable choice for me. This loan offers the flexibility I need, allowing unlimited extra repayments and comes with the benefit of no ongoing fees. Furthermore, I have already saved 20% for the deposit and associated costs, making me eligible for this loan. Although there will be interest rate increases in the future, they are gradual and well-spaced. Overall, this loan aligns with my financial goals, combining a competitive rate with repayment flexibility and cost- effectiveness, making it the most favourable option for me.
a. Calculations Note: Westpac’s Interest Rate: 6.19% per annum Student Number: 7793868 Amount Borrowed: $779386 PVA n = CF i x [ 1 1 ( 1 + i ) n ] 1. Initial Fortnightly Payment: PVA = $779386 n= 650 (25 years x 26 fortnights) i= 0.00238077 (6.19%/26) 779386 650 = CF 0.00238077 x [ 1 1 ( 1 + 0.00238077 ) 650 ] CF = 2358.25 Initial Fortnightly Payment (Years 1-5) = $2358.25 2. Fortnightly payment in Year 6 – 10 PVA = $702896.90 (Balance after 5 years) n= 650 (25 years x 26 fortnights) i= 0.00328462 (6.19%+2.35%/26) 702896.90 650 = CF 0.00328462 x [ 1 1 ( 1 + 0.00328462 ) 650 ] CF = 2821.52 Fortnightly Payment (Years 6-10) = $2821.52 3. Fortnightly Payments in Year 11-15 PVA = $619910.33 (Balance after 10 years) n= 650 (25 years x 26 fortnights) i= 0.003592308 (6.19%+2.35%+0.8%/26) 619910.33 650 = CF 0.003592308 x [ 1 1 ( 1 + 0.003592308 ) 650 ] CF = 2957.26 Fortnightly Payment (Years 11-15) = $2957.26
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