Like most other people, I was unsurprised by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA)’s 5th May decision to increase rates for the third consecutive time this year. Nevertheless, this decision to hike rates by 25 basis poi…
Buying a home is undoubtedly the largest purchase most people will make in their lifetime. But homes aren’t the only things that require financing. There are other assets such as cars or equipment where someone will n…
There’s been some big changes in the lending market recently, and I don’t mean trimmed interest rates, stubborn inflation, or government policies. The changes I’m talking about are those that will directly impact resi…
The RBA rate cuts: what they mean for home owners
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA)’s decision to cut rates three times this year – or by a total of 0.75% – has been welcome, particularly as these drops were the …
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) hands down its next cash rate decision on 3rd February 2026, the first of the year. If you have a home loan, it is easy to feel like you need to wait for the headline and then react…
Many first home buyers are still making avoidable mortgage mistakes that can impact their finances for years. Here’s how to avoid the most common pitfalls, like skipping pre-approval, underestimating costs, and choosi…
Did you know there are two potential values for your property?
Unfortunately, many homeowners don’t understand the difference between a market value and a bank value – but it’s vitally important that they do.
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After several tough years for borrowers, 2025 finally brought some relief! The Reserve Bank began trimming rates, property prices pushed to fresh highs (great for sellers), and policy changes reshaped the landscape fo…
