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Did you know that having a $5,000 credit card limit can drastically reduce your borrowing capacity?
Clear your credit card and consolidate them into your home loan to reduce your monthly outgoings, commonly referred to as debt consolidation. There is more you can do to reach your goals
Aussie home owners just got $82,000 richer on average
What a way to start the new year! After a strong 12 months in the property market, plenty of homeowners around the nation are now a whole lot wealthier. And their newfound increase in home equity has opened up some exciting possibilities for 2026.
Happy New Year! Let’s discuss some potential 2026 goals
There’s nothing quite like a New Year’s resolution to fire you up for another lap around the sun. Whether you're looking to buy your first home, save on your mortgage, or leverage the equity in your current position, here are three resolutions to consider for 2026.
Season’s greetings! Here’s to a well-earned summer break
As the Christmas and New Year's festive season rolls around, we want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your trust and support throughout 2025.
Your suburb’s 2025 property report card is in
You might've seen recent headlines that national property prices made another big jump this year. But do you know exactly how your suburb and property type performed? Well, today we’ll show you how to find out in just a few quick clicks.
No Christmas rate cut – could rates rise in 2026?
Not so long ago plenty of economists were tipping a fresh round of rate cuts in 2026. But the picture’s not so clear anymore. There’s even talk of possible rate hikes next year. Here’s how you can prepare.
2% deposit scheme ‘Help to Buy’ launches
Imagine being able to buy your own home with just a $12,000 deposit. That's what the federal government’s new Help to Buy shared equity scheme can offer. But there are some pros and cons to be aware of. Let’s take a look.
Why now may be the time to buy a rental property
2025 has been a big year for property investors. But the rapid growth of investment lending has fuelled speculation about a possible crackdown on loans to property investors. We explain what’s happening, and why it might be worth considering bringing forward your plans.
5-year goal: 1-in-3 Gen Zs planning to buy a first home
Gen Z may be known for being tech savvy, but they’re also showing their smarts when it comes to home buying, with a surprisingly large number preparing to buy their first home before the end of the decade. Here’s how Gen Zs are making their home-buying plans happen.
Australian home owners focus on paying down debt
To save or to pay down your home loan, that is the question. Ok, so it’s not Shakespearean levels of contemplation – but it’s still a big decision facing many Australian families right now. Let’s take a look at what the majority of home owners are leaning toward.
Time to buy? House prices tipped to heat up this summer
Property prices are running hot as we head into summer, and the market is tipped to dial up even further over the next 12 months. Here’s how it could shape your home-buying plans.
