Property market news

Borrowers with smaller deposits more likely to extend their home loan deferral

According to the latest data from Australia's prudential regulator, borrowers with deposits smaller than 10% were more likely to extend their home loan deferral.

By Harrison Astbury ● December 01, 2020

Sydney and Melbourne house prices to rise 8-12% in 2021

Sydney and Melbourne's property markets are set for strong growth next year, according to new analysis.

By Alex Brewster ● November 30, 2020

Full details of HomeBuilder 2.0: Extended but reduced

At the weekend, the Government extended the HomeBuilder grant to 31 March, albeit reducing it from $25,000 to $15,000.

By Harrison Astbury ● November 30, 2020

Buying a home near a school could increase your price by up to 35%

School catchment zones can have a big impact on property values, increasing values by up to 35%.

By William Jolly ● November 27, 2020

In-depth: What's in store for struggling renters in 2021?

Australia might be tipped for a faster than expected economic recovery from the coronavirus, but that doesn’t mean everyone is going to have a good time. Many Australians who rent could be looking at a harsh new year.

By William Jolly ● November 25, 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

Aussies confident in property market after RBA rate cut

Optimism in the property market has almost rebounded to pre-COVID levels after numerous cuts to interest rates and a bounce back in house prices.

By Emma Duffy ● November 12, 2020

The suburbs where it's cheaper to buy than rent

With home loan interest rates at historic lows, paying down a mortgage is actually cheaper than renting in some suburbs.

By Emma Duffy ● November 11, 2020

COVID-19 sparks mass exodus from city to regional property

A resurgence in the mining sector and the ability to work from home due to COVID is leading Aussies to shun capital cities in favour of regional property markets.

By Emma Duffy ● November 06, 2020

NAB mortgage deferrals plummet too

NAB full-year results show its number of mortgages in deferral have fallen by almost 70%.

By William Jolly ● November 05, 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.
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