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RBA leaves cash rate on hold at 0.10% in March

At its meeting today, the Reserve Bank has left the cash rate on hold at 0.10%.

By Harrison Astbury ● March 02, 2021

Rental vacancy rate holds steady at 1.9% in February

Empty rental listings remain low across Australia, with only Sydney and Melbourne tenants having an easier time finding a place at the moment.

By William Jolly ● March 02, 2021

Which banks don’t allow spending on gambling?

Here’s a list of Australian financial institutions that you could consider using to help curb your gambling spend.

By William Jolly ● March 02, 2021

Struggling to find employment? Work on your 'soft skills'

A recent survey of industry leaders shows many prefer 'soft skills', such as communication and adaptability to technical skills in the workforce.

By Harrison Astbury ● March 02, 2021

Aussies' financial comfort hits all-time high, but savings cliff looms

Australians are feeling more financially comfortable than ever before, despite the economic crisis brought on by COVID-19.

By Emma Duffy ● March 01, 2021

Australian mortgage sizes continue to grow

The latest lending indicators data shows Australian owner occupier mortgage sizes grew by $4,242 in one month.

By Harrison Astbury ● March 01, 2021

Afterpay, Zip, Humm and others face tighter industry standards from today

The buy now, pay later industry must now comply with new rules designed to make them safer for all customers.

By William Jolly ● March 01, 2021

What is a housing bubble and are we in one?

It’s a phrase that gets tossed around a lot, but what is a housing bubble? Depending on who you ask, Australia either is or isn’t in one.

By Harrison Astbury ● March 01, 2021

House prices increase at highest rate in 17 years in February

Australian home values spiked 2.1% higher in February according to CoreLogic, the largest month-on-month change since August 2003.

By Alex Brewster ● March 01, 2021

How to negotiate a lower price on a property

Buying a home is probably the biggest single purchase you’ll ever make in your life, unless you’re buying a mega yacht or two. So is it worth trying to haggle a better price on a home? How do you know what the right price to offer on a property is?

By William Jolly ● February 26, 2021

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of up to 1.60%

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