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Top tax tips for people with an SMSF
Tax time can be a stressful and confusing time for many of us, often doubly so if you have a self-managed super fund (SMSF).
June 18, 2021
Generational demand sees first home buyer lending hit record high
Data from NAB has revealed lending to first home buyers hit a new record high in April, but the rush into regional areas has stagnated.
June 18, 2021
Unemployment rate drops sharply to 5.1%, level with February 2020 rate
Australia's unemployment rate fell to 5.1% in May from 5.5% in April, seasonally adjusted.
June 17, 2021
QLD Budget: Groups criticise lack of reforms on stamp duty and rental laws
Queensland housing and rental groups have welcomed the investment in social housing and infrastructure spending in the 2021/22 budget but called for more to be done.
June 16, 2021
Experts call for a Royal Commission and the RBA to address house price boom
A new report has called on the government and the central bank to address the effect of rising house prices on productivity and economic instability.
June 15, 2021
Why a 2032 Olympics in Brisbane could cause a property 'frenzy'
An expert has issued a warning to first home buyers in Brisbane, stating now may be the time to buy, should the Queensland capital host the Olympics in 2032.
June 14, 2021
NSW proposes $25,000 first home buyers grant in stamp duty overhaul
The New South Wales Government has proposed giving first home buyers a $25,000 grant, replacing existing stamp duty concessions.
June 14, 2021
ANZ hikes fixed home loan rates by almost 50 basis points
ANZ has hiked long-term fixed rates by up to 45 basis points for owner-occupiers today, while some rates received cuts.
June 11, 2021
What’s the difference between offset accounts and redraw facilities?
If you’re looking at taking out a home loan but don’t understand the difference between a redraw facility and offset account, Savings.com.au can help!
June 10, 2021
The cost of building a home in Australia
Building a house provides you with the opportunity to carefully curate your dream living space, or to potentially craft something you think you could sell for a huge profit later on. But how much does building a house actually cost?
June 10, 2021
