Homeowners brace as RBA raises cash rate to 3.85 percent
02/05/2023
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 finally reached the peak of this cycle? And how much will this ...
Tips to help stay on top amidst the rate hike cycle
27/04/2023
With every RBA rate rise announcement, mortgage holders brace themselves for impending repayment increases. Here's how to stay on top of your mortgage and feel financially secure. Let's face...
Property listings and prices are bouncing back
20/04/2023
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 been looking at the property market over the last six to...
What is the fixed-rate cliff and how can refinancing help?
13/04/2023
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 it, how can you prepare for a soft landing? A...
Mortgage holders granted a reprieve as RBA puts interest rates on hold
04/04/2023
And ... exhale. After 10 straight rate hikes the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has today decided to put the official cash rate on hold. But for how long? The decision to keep the official cas...
Money habits that may raise lenders’ eyebrows
30/03/2023
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 have that are red flags to lenders? Smart money...
Time to jump in? First home buyer deposit saving times plunge
23/03/2023
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 their 20% deposit goal faster. First home buyers have been...
Got an eagle eye on house prices? Rate rises are only part of the story
16/03/2023
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 over national house prices. In a bid to bust inflation,...
Homeowners feel the pinch as RBA lifts cash rate to 3.60 percent
07/03/2023
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 this rate hike increase your monthly mortgage repayments, and...
The latest twist in the tale of national property prices: explained
02/03/2023
The property market has had more plot twists than a daytime soap opera in recent years. So getting the skinny on current trends is helpful when you're planning to buy. Here's the lowdown on the latest...
