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Homebuying intentions climb as Aussies untie themselves from rental crunch
Despite the soaring cost of living and successive interest rate hikes, homebuying intentions have climbed, latest data shows. So why are...
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Jun 22, 20233 min read


Mortgage serviceability: how to jump through the hoops
Mortgage serviceability can feel like a frustrating hurdle to clear. But it’s an important safeguard against borrowing too much,...
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Jun 15, 20233 min read


RBA attempts to beat back inflation with another rate hike, up to 4.10%
Drumroll … The RBA has hiked the official cash rate for the 12th time since April 2022, increasing it to 4.10%. How much will this...
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Jun 6, 20233 min read


Why more Aussies are turning their backs on the McMansion
Australians are increasingly “thinking small” when it comes to buying a home and cracking the property market. And with perks like...
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Jun 1, 20233 min read


Is the property market starting to rebound?
Navigating the Australian property market over the past year has felt like standing on shifting sands. But is the market starting to...
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May 25, 20233 min read


Property valuation: what you need to know when buying a home
When buying property, it’s good to know the market value. After all, you want to know you’re paying a fair amount. But the property’s...
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May 18, 20233 min read


Heads up business owners: the asset write-off deadline is looming!
Business owners wanting to buy a vehicle, asset or important piece of equipment and immediately write off the full cost have just over a...
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May 11, 20233 min read


More home buyers set to benefit from low deposit, no LMI schemes
More Australians (and permanent residents!) will soon be eligible for a leg up into the property market under an expanded Home Guarantee...
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May 11, 20233 min read


Homeowners brace as RBA raises cash rate to 3.85%
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased the official cash rate for the 11th time in the past year, taking it to 3.85%. Have we...
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May 2, 20233 min read


Tips to help stay on top amidst the rate hike cycle
With every RBA rate rise announcement, mortgage holders brace themselves for impending repayment increases. Here’s how to stay on top of...
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Apr 27, 20233 min read


Property listings and prices are bouncing back
As property prices start to climb, listings are following suit. So if you’re hunting for a home, what does this mean for you? If you’ve...
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Apr 20, 20232 min read


What is the fixed-rate cliff and how can refinancing help?
You’ve probably heard the term “fixed-rate cliff” bandied about in finance news feeds. But what is it? And if you’re about to head over...
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Apr 13, 20233 min read


Mortgage holders granted a reprieve as RBA puts interest rates on hold
And … exhale. After 10 straight rate hikes the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has today decided to put the official cash rate on hold....
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Apr 4, 20233 min read


Money habits that may raise lenders’ eyebrows
We all know being on our monetary best behaviour can help to land a home loan. But did you know there are common spending habits you may...
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Mar 30, 20233 min read


Time to jump in? First home buyer deposit saving times plunge
Home loan headlines have been, let’s face it, a bit of a downer of late. But the good news is that first-home buyers are now reaching...
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Mar 23, 20233 min read


Got an eagle eye on house prices? Rate rises are only part of the story
Rate rises can affect the property market, as we’ve all seen of late. But there are other factors that appear to hold longer-term sway...
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Mar 16, 20233 min read


Homeowners feel the pinch as RBA lifts cash rate to 3.60%
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased the official cash rate for a tenth straight meeting, taking it to 3.60%. How much will...
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Mar 7, 20233 min read


The latest twist in the tale of national property prices: explained
The property market has had more plot twists than a daytime soap opera in recent years. So getting the skinny on current trends is...
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Mar 2, 20232 min read


Take the heat off rate hike fears with these 4 tips for buyers
Have recent rate hikes made you nervous about taking the plunge into the property market? You’re not alone; it’s a buyer’s market for a...
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Feb 23, 20233 min read


How to prepare for a fixed-rate mortgage cliff
Do you have a fixed-rate mortgage contract that’s coming to an end soon? It can be a stressful time, particularly with rate rise news...
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Feb 16, 20233 min read
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