One in four consumers spent more than they earned in Q4 2019
Australians are more worried about job security and the cost of living, according to new data.
January 28, 2020
ANZ, Westpac, Bankwest cut rates on home loans
There was a flurry of rate cuts this week, as two of the big four and other lenders made moves ahead of the Reserve Bank's cash rate decision next month.
January 24, 2020
CoreLogic calls for more medium density housing
The latest dwelling approval data highlights Australia's lack of medium density properties, according to a research report from property analytics firm Corelogic.
January 23, 2020
Big four bank customers flocking to Xinja
Neobank Xinja said its new 2.25% p.a. Stash savings account is a 'true alternative' to the big four, and more than $30 million has flowed through in its first week.
January 23, 2020
Share trading broker SelfWealth benefited from royal commission
Faltering trust in Australia's banks following the banking royal commission has 'greatly benefited' online share trading platform SelfWealth, according to one insider.
January 22, 2020
How to sell or buy a car with finance owing on it
Big Terry’s selling a V8 Commodore Ute at a great price, but he’s got finance owing on it. Is it a good idea to buy or sell an encumbered car?
January 21, 2020
Deloitte says Australian banking innovation lags behind NZ, EU, UK
Accountancy firm Deloitte says organisations shouldn't be waiting for changes in the Consumer Data Right (CDR) to introduce new open banking innovation.
January 21, 2020
What should I consider when renting a car in Australia?
Whether you’re an international visitor here to travel our big brown land or if you’re a local just after a car for a domestic trip or for a day or two, there are a few things to consider when renting a car in Australia.
January 17, 2020
BCU raises home loan interest rates, while Aussie, Newcastle Permanent cut
With the RBA slated to cut interest rates in February, a few lenders appear to have gotten ahead of the curve, with Aussie making sweeping cuts across many of its home loan products this week while Newcastle Permanent and BCU also moved rates on several products.
January 17, 2020
The home lending market rebounded further in November
Released today, national lending data for November indicates a market rebound.
January 16, 2020
