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The most affordable and liveable suburbs in Australia revealed

New analysis has lifted the lid on the most affordable and liveable suburbs in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Hobart in the second half of 2020.

By Alex Brewster ● November 26, 2020

Construction down 2%, but new home builds and renovations are up

The latest data indicates just over $17.2bn of residential construction was done in the third quarter, down 1% on the previous quarter.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 25, 2020

Customer-owned banks continue growth in tough year for banking

Australia's mutual banks, or customer-owned banks, recorded another year of growth despite the challenges presented by COVID-19.

By William Jolly ● November 24, 2020

RBA warns against ending stimulus measures early

Social groups have been loud and clear about the dangers of ending stimulus early, and today Reserve Bank Deputy Governor Guy Debelle said the same.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 24, 2020

125 organisations pen letter opposing plan to axe responsible lending laws

An open letter launched today says axing safe lending laws will be bad for borrowers and the economy, and will contradict findings from the Royal Commission.

By Alex Brewster ● November 24, 2020

Frustrated first home buyers swap housemates for home ownership

Being stuck at home with housemates and parents during COVID-19 lockdowns has led to a surge in homeownership goals.

By Emma Duffy ● November 23, 2020

Tasmania retains crown for top performing regional housing market

Tasmania's Launceston and North East region have remained the top regional performer for houses for the third consecutive quarter.

By Alex Brewster ● November 23, 2020

Heritage, Suncorp, and Adelaide Bank slash home loan rates

Today some announced rate cuts came into effect, with Heritage Bank, Suncorp, and Adelaide Bank cutting home loans cut rates by up to 50 basis points.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 20, 2020

Why a property tax is not the answer

Axing stamp duty in favour of property tax is a hot debate, but if we look to the United States, the picture may not be as rosy as it seems.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 18, 2020

25% of first home buyers could buy home 3 years sooner if stamp duty was scrapped

New research has revealed first-home buyers could drastically fast track their homeownership plans if stamp duty was abolished.

By Alex Brewster ● November 18, 2020

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Refinance home loans.
Rates from 1.69% p.a.

Low-rate car loans
Rates from 3.78%

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of up to 1.50%

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of up to 1.60%

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