Sydney named third worst city in the world for housing affordability
Sydney has come in third for most unaffordable housing globally, behind Hong Kong and Vancouver.
February 25, 2021
Wages rise but growth remains at record-low levels
Wages rose 0.6% in the December quarter 2020, but maintained the historically low annual rate of 1.4%, seasonally adjusted.
February 24, 2021
How gamers are feeling financially oppressed
We live in a society where gamers are having to fork out thousands to rise up to the challenge of next-generation gaming.
February 24, 2021
JobSeeker permanently increased: What you need to know
The Federal Government has today announced a permanent increase to the JobSeeker rate by $50 a fortnight.
February 23, 2021
What are deeming rates and how do they work?
You may have recently heard a fair amount of talk about deeming rates lately. Find out what they are and why they’re a hot topic right now.
February 22, 2021
Westpac forecasts house prices to rise 20% in next two years
Westpac has forecast Australian dwelling values will rise 10% in 2021 and 2022, with the market moving into a sustained boom.
February 22, 2021
ME Bank becomes WE as it merges with BOQ
Some 27 years after being founded by 26 super funds, challenger bank ME is changing hands.
February 22, 2021
What is a comparison rate?
Sick of hearing about comparison rates whenever a home loan is mentioned? You shouldn’t be, because the comparison rate is extremely important.
February 22, 2021
Unemployment falls as labour market recovery accelerates
Australia's unemployment rate fell to 6.4% in January from 6.6% in December, seasonally adjusted.
February 18, 2021
Almost half of investors looking to buy regional or interstate in 2021
A new study has found 23% of property investors are looking to buy interstate this year, while 20% are looking regional.
February 17, 2021
