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Why 1-in-2 families are thinking of refinancing
When did you last refinance? The RBA may have swiped left on an April rate cut, but plenty of home owners are taking matters into

Sounds of silence: how traffic noise can impact property values
How close is too close? ‘Close to public transport’ is often touted as a plus for home buyers. But new research shows just how much

5 fun (and budget-friendly) ideas for an Easter staycation
Who needs a break? This Easter offers more than chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. It brings a rare mega-holiday, and if your budget doesn’t

Low cost renos to help keep your home cosy this autumn
Brace yourself, winter is coming… It’s been a long, hot summer, but the seasons are shifting and it’s time to prepare for the cooler months

Was that the shortest property downturn ever?
Have you been waiting for rates to drop? The so-called market ‘downturn’ we saw over the last few months was a blink-and-you-miss-it affair. Home prices

Major change coming to mortgage rules for university grads
Have you paid off your student loan? Good news for the three million Australians who have a student debt. New rules are on the cards

RBA cuts the cash rate for the first time since 2020
Finally, a long-awaited reprieve for borrowers. The Reserve Bank of Australia has today cut the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.10%. How much

The scheme that’s helped 193,000 Aussies buy a first home
Do you want to buy in 2025? If you’re in the market for a first home, there’s one scheme you should know about. It’s called

What happens to my home loan if interest rates fall?
Here’s what to expect Great news for home owners – plenty of economists are tipping an RBA rate cut for February. Assuming it happens, once