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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

Superannuation guarantee increase will shrink wages growth

Raising the superannuation guarantee to 12% will shrink wages growth, raising questions over whether the mandated rises should be abandoned.

By Emma Duffy ● November 20, 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

Car sharing platform adds 12,000 customers each month during COVID

Car-sharing service Car Next Door has reported a 245% increase in customers over the pandemic months, as people look for ways to save on their expenses.

By William Jolly ● November 19, 2020

Strong increase in jobs and hours worked, despite slight rise in unemployment

Australia's unemployment rate has risen to 7.0% in October, from 6.9% in September, seasonally adjusted, with 25,500 jobs lost in the month.

By Alex Brewster ● November 19, 2020

No home loan under 2% yet ANZ cuts savings account to 0.5%

In another blow for savers, ANZ has cut its savings account more than the 15 basis point cut prescribed by the Reserve Bank.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 19, 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

Would you pay with a microchip in your hand? Nearly a fifth say yes

As we transition to a cashless society, future payment methods such as microchips are becoming more and more popular.

By William Jolly ● November 18, 2020

Real wages declined 1.5% in September quarter

With inflation at 1.6% and wage growth at just 0.1%, wages declined in real terms over the September quarter.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 18, 2020

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