Finance News & Views
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When rent costs more than a mortgage in parts of Australia
In hundreds of suburbs, tenants are now paying more each week in rent than they would be paying on a mortgage for the same type of home.
Claim your share of around $2.6 billion in lost shares, bank accounts and life insurance
You could be owed unclaimed money from old bank accounts or shares. For home buyers, it may help boost a deposit or reduce how much you need to borrow.
Can Christmas debt affect home loan approval?
Worried Christmas spending could affect your home loan approval? Learn how festive debt, credit cards and BNPL can impact borrowing power and how to stay mortgage ready.
Calm Christmas Cash Rate Makes It the Season for Smart Moves
The RBA’s steady 3.60% cash rate brings a rare moment of stability, giving buyers and refinancers a clear window to plan confidently, compare options and make smart home-loan moves.
Commercial Property Loans Versus Traditional Business Financing Options
Compare commercial property loans and traditional business financing options for your business growth and property acquisition needs in Australia.
When Rates Won’t Move Borrowers Still Can
Inflation is up and rates aren’t falling yet, but borrowers can still get great home loan deals. Discover simple strategies to save, improve cash flow and stay ahead.