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NSW proposes axing stamp duty in favour of land tax

New South Wales has announced plans to do away with stamp duty in an effort to drive post-COVID recovery.

By Alex Brewster ● November 17, 2020

Entertainment spending is increasing as we re-emerge from the pandemic

Australians planned to spend more on entertainment in October, as national spending intentions steadily improved following the easing of Victorian restrictions.

By William Jolly ● November 17, 2020

'Self-soothing' gamblers cause huge spike in pandemic lottery use

'The Lottery Office' has experienced a 70.6% spike in use during COVID-19, sparking concerns from advocacy groups.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 17, 2020

Every adult in NSW to get $100 to spend in vouchers

The New South Wales government has launched a new 'Out and About' scheme to get consumers spending.

By Alex Brewster ● November 17, 2020

Xinja to limit its maximum interest rate to $50,000

Xinja will soon cut the maximum interest-earning balance limit on its savings account by two-thirds.

By William Jolly ● November 16, 2020

Concerned about climate change? Consider switching your super

If you're concerned with recent developments around climate change, you may be thinking of putting your money where your mouth is and switching to an ethical super fund or bank.

By William Jolly ● November 16, 2020

ANZ: House prices to rise 9% in 2021

ANZ has revised its house price forecasts and expects the market to rebound strongly next year.

By Alex Brewster ● November 16, 2020

Uptick in renovation interest yet tradies' win rate still low

Trade quotes platform Buildxact reported its volume of quotes was up in Q3 2020, but the win rate was down to 13.65% in September.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 16, 2020

One in five consumers missing Afterpay, Zip, and other BNPL payments

A new report has revealed concerning trends among buy now, pay later consumers.

By Alex Brewster ● November 16, 2020

Which lenders cut home loan rates this week?

It was another busy week for rate cuts, with lenders on the chopping block including ING, Bendigo Bank, Bank of Queensland, and Aussie.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 13, 2020

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Refinance home loans.
Rates from 1.99% p.a.

Low-rate car loans
Rates from 3.97%

Savings rates
of up to 3.50%

Term deposit rates
of up to 1.45%

Let us come to you.
Get Savings in your inbox.