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…

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…

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…

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?…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

RBA hikes the cash rate for the ninth time in a row, to 3.35% The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kicked off 2023 by increasing the cash rate a…

Considering refinancing your mortgage? Here are some questions to ask Home loan not up to scratch? Looking for a better rate? Or do you want to unlock equity? Then refinancing…

Can a job switch affect your mortgage application? Changing jobs may offer more perks – higher income, greater fulfilment, and the opportunity for growth are often things people look for…

Planning a reno in 2023? Here are 4 tips for smooth sailing Having a spruced-up home feels great. And it can also boost your home’s value. But, as exciting as…

Get a financial head start on the school year Finding the time to delve into your finances can be a struggle. But the school holidays can offer the perfect time,…

What you should know about buying a tenanted investment property Buying a rental property is a popular way to invest. But where do you stand if the property you’re eyeing…

4 New Year’s resolutions for financial fitness As the sun rises on January 1, many Australians will be getting started on their new year’s pacts. The gym will be full…

Seasons greetings! Here’s to a happy and prosperous 2023 End-of-year festivities have snuck up on us! Wishing you and yours a swell Noel and a wonderful new year. It’s time…

First home buyer numbers have halved: is it time to swoop in? Repeated cash rate hikes have put many first home buyer plans on hold. So could you swoop in…

Are we there yet? RBA hikes cash rate for eighth straight month to 3.10% The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has driven the cash rate up by another 25 basis…

Where there’s a will (and genuine savings), there’s a way Inheritances can be a bittersweet part of life. But an inheritance alone won’t always cut it when applying for a…

Your new phone or your home loan? What would you research more? What’s more important: your new phone or your next home loan? Well, we were stunned to see a…

5 surprising reasons for home loan heartbreak Whether it’s your love life or your home loan application, no one likes getting rejected. There are many reasons why it could happen,…

Hold your horses: RBA hikes cash rate again to 2.85% Whoa, Nelly! The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lifted the official cash rate again, this time by another 25…

Buying could be cheaper than renting for a third of properties For many Australians, rate hikes and inflation have made the dream of property ownership feel ever more distant. But…

With property prices dropping, is now the time to refinance? You may have heard that property values are on the decline. But what does this mean if you’re planning to…

Is now a good time to buy an investment property? You’ve bought a home. And now you might be considering adding an investment property to your portfolio. But have recent…