Member-owned banks lead charge in cutting home loan rates
In the past week, Reliance Bank, People's Choice and Hunter United all cut home loan interest rates, with one cutting by up to 55 basis points.
July 17, 2020
Unemployment rises to 7.4% in June
Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals the unemployment rate rose to 7.4% in June, up from 7.0% in May as more people look for work.
July 16, 2020
Budgeting fintech Wildcard shutting down
In an email to customers, budgeting and transaction app Wildcard has announced it's closing its doors on 14 August.
July 15, 2020
10 major infrastructure projects flagged to influence property prices
Analysis released yesterday revealed 10 infrastructure projects that could influence property prices in corresponding suburbs over the next few years.
July 15, 2020
The second $750 stimulus payment flows from today
From today (13 July), the second $750 Centrelink stimulus payment will start flowing through to eligible recipients.
July 13, 2020
UBank, Macquarie, AMP slash home loan interest rates
In the past week, UBank, Macquarie and AMP all cut home loan interest rates, with one of them cutting by up to 135 basis points.
July 10, 2020
Is classic car registration worth it?
You’ve probably noticed that cars older than 25 years can get special registration at a cheaper price, but is it worth it? We’ve broken it down by state.
July 09, 2020
Are we getting tax cuts earlier than expected?
Yesterday, both the Prime Minister and Treasurer alluded that the legislated tax cuts from 2022 could be brought forward.
July 09, 2020
Westpac to offer 3% savings rate to under-30s
From today, Westpac is offering a 3.00% p.a. savings account rate for people aged under 30 with a maximum account balance of $30,000.
July 08, 2020
If GST gets raised to 12.5%, should stamp duty get axed?
There have been fresh calls for the GST to be raised, but some experts are saying now's a good time to review other unpopular taxes like stamp duty.
July 07, 2020
