Finance News & Views
Home loans, mortgage broking, insurance and investing – find topical articles to keep you informed and up to date.
Granny flats demand booms as Australians search for affordable housing solutions
Discover how granny flats are helping Australians with affordable housing. Learn about granny flat loans, using home equity to build or renovate, and your finance options.
How to Build a Property Portfolio from Scratch
Learn how to build a property portfolio from scratch. Set goals, research markets, and choose finance options to grow your investments wisely.
Ways to Pay Down Your Home Loan by 2035
Discover clever ways to pay down your home loan by 2035 — or reduce it significantly — with simple strategies that won’t stretch your daily budget.
Competition Heats Up as Home Loan Rates Slide to Two-Year Lows
Home loan rates in Australia have dipped below 5 percent for the first time in nearly two years, as competition between lenders intensifies. This shift signals a turning point for borrowers, with both fixed and variable rates starting to slide independently of Reserve Bank moves.
Is Pre-Approval a Must-Have or a Nice-to-Have
Discover if home loan pre-approval is a must-have or just a nice-to-have when buying property. Learn the benefits, risks and when it makes sense.
How Quickly Can a Home Loan Be Approved?
Find out how long home loan approval takes in Australia, from pre-approval to full approval, and what helps speed up the process.