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Merry Christmas! Season’s greetings from all of us to you
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season! The year has flown past, and as our thoughts turn to trees, tinsel and turkey, we’d like to thank
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Ho ho ho! The smart move that has 1 in 10 borrowers feeling jolly
Want to feel merrier these Xmas holidays? Home owners have been battling rising interest rates for over a year and a half now. But a
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What’s tipped for house prices in 2024?
Been keeping your eye on the market? If buying a home is at the top of your wish list for 2024, don’t miss our rundown
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More lenders sign up to low deposit first home buyer scheme
Keen to buy your first home? First home buyers with a small deposit now have an even wider range of lenders to choose from. We
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How to manage your home loan over Christmas
Got much planned for Christmas? It may be called the silly season but a few smart strategies could help you enjoy the festive season this
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The big stretch: should you extend your loan term?
How are you coping with the rate hikes? If the November rate hike will seriously stretch your finances, one potential solution may be to extend
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RBA increases the cash rate by 25 basis points, up to 4.35%
Will this hike help rein in inflation? The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased the official cash rate by 25 basis points, taking it
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Brokers help settle a record 7-in-10 new mortgages
Mortgage brokers have notched up a new personal best, with seven out of every 10 new mortgages settled thanks to their help! It’s a sure
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Revealed: the four cities tipped to be future property hotspots
The stats are pretty eye-opening No matter whether you’re in the market for a home or an investment property, it makes financial sense to buy