Several of the big banks have pivoted on their rate outlook, and are now predicting rate hikes (rather than no change or a fall) this side of Christmas. It could be a cue for homeowners to plan [...]
Property transactions involve big bucks - and that makes them a big target for scammers. With large sums of money at stake, we reveal what to look out for, and how to protect yourself from [...]
While rising prices were the talk of the town not so long ago, the tide has started to turn, with property values beginning to soften - but it's not all bad news for home owners.
Great news! Homeowners can breathe a sigh of relief, with the RBA keeping the cash rate on hold in August. But just because the cash rate is sitting tight, doesn’t mean you have to.
So it turns out some mortgage offset accounts haven’t been working as intended, according to a recent investigation. Here’s how to check if your home loan offset account has actually been helping [...]
Waiting for home prices to ‘bottom out’ before buying may seem like a smart strategy but it could work against you. Here are the risks of holding out and hoping for lower prices.
Things are looking up for homebuyers. New listings are on the rise, and that can mean more choice and less FOMO pressure for buyers. Here’s how the shift in today’s market could benefit your [...]
The Reserve Bank may have kept rates on hold in June, but a growing number of lenders have cut their home loan interest rates. This could be your sign to review your current loan.