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The votes have been cast and it’s clear Labor will hold the reins of federal government for another 3-year term. We look at what this may mean for first home buyers and current home owners.
Continue reading “Albo re-elected: what’s on the board for home buyers and owners?”
There’s a common misconception around offset account home loans that making loan repayments more frequently helps to pay off the balance much sooner. We bust that myth and reveal the real secret to harnessing the power of your offset account.
Continue reading “Myth buster: do weekly repayments pay off an offset loan faster?”
Tariff-triggered cuts to interest rates could be just around the corner, with Australian borrowers the likely winners if they come to fruition.
Continue reading “Could US tariffs be good news for Aussie home owners?”
Australians will head to the polls on May 3, and with housing affordability shaping up as a key election issue, we unpack how the two major parties are pledging to help first home buyers.
Continue reading “Election 2025: what’s on offer for first home buyers?”
Did you know that the average home owner saw their property’s value rise $46,000 per year over the past five years? Today we’ll look at ways you could put that recent increase in equity to further use.
Continue reading “Home owners notch up gains of $230,000 in just 5 years”
The RBA may have swiped left on an April rate cut, but plenty of home owners are taking matters into their own hands by refinancing to save on interest with a lower rate.
Continue reading “Why 1-in-2 families are thinking of refinancing”
‘Close to public transport’ is often touted as a plus for home buyers. But new research shows just how much close proximity to a busy road, railway or flight path can impact property values.
Continue reading “Sounds of silence: how traffic noise can impact property values”
This Easter offers more than chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. It brings a rare mega-holiday, and if your budget doesn’t stretch to a trip away, check out our tips to enjoy a memorable getaway – at home.
Continue reading “5 fun (and budget-friendly) ideas for an Easter staycation”
It’s been a long, hot summer, but the seasons are shifting and it’s time to prepare for the cooler months ahead. A few simple improvements could help keep your home snug without overheating your power bills.
Continue reading “Low cost renos to help keep your home cosy this autumn”
The so-called market ‘downturn’ we saw over the last few months was a blink-and-you-miss-it affair. Home prices are once again on the up. We unpack what’s happening – and why now could be a good time to buy.
Continue reading “Was that the shortest property downturn ever?”