JobSeeker increased: What people are saying about it The announcement that the JobSeeker base payment rate will be permanently increased has sparked mixed reactions from various groups. By William Jolly ● February 23, 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. By Alex Brewster ● 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. By Alex Brewster ● February 22, 2021
Aussie household finances now returning to normal The latest data shows 78% of households' finances remained the same in January despite the ongoing impacts of coronavirus. By William Jolly ● 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. By Alex Brewster ● 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. By Alex Brewster ● February 22, 2021
NAB cuts home loans by up to 55 basis points This morning NAB made a wide variety of mortgage rate cuts, including one owner occupier packaged loan by 55 basis points. By Harrison Astbury ● February 22, 2021
Retail trade recovers in January after plunging over Christmas Retail turnover rebounded by 0.6% in January 2021 after a surprising fall over the Christmas period. By Emma Duffy ● February 19, 2021
Study shows pet-friendly rental properties good for landlords as well as tenants Allowing pets in a rental property has more benefits for the landlord than negatives, according to a new report. By Emma Duffy ● February 19, 2021
JobSeeker rate looks set for a permanent increase The much-discussed unemployment payment JobSeeker could be permanently increased soon, while JobKeeper could also be partly extended. By William Jolly ● February 19, 2021