Home loan news and advice

Monday 24 February 2020

With so many different options for borrowing money out there on the market, Aussies really are spoilt for choice when it comes to getting a great deal on their home loans, not to mention personal and business loans as well.

Monday 24 February 2020

First home buying intentions are on the rise according to new figures released this morning by St.George Bank, with three million first time buyers set to dive into the Australian property market in the next five years - a 34% increase on 2018 figures. 

Monday 24 February 2020

With interest rates in Australia stuck at an all time low, getting the best value savings, bank accounts and term deposits is critical, whether you’re wanting to maximise your interest rate, enjoy fee-free everyday banking or reach your savings goal faster.

Wednesday 19 February 2020

If there’s one thing that really riles Aussie borrowers, it’s when your mortgage lender advertises sharp new rates for new customers but refuses to give loyal customers the same discount.

Tuesday 18 February 2020

So the last straggler child has finally decided to leave the nest, at last you have the time to declutter your home and you’re thinking maybe you don’t need quite this much space.

Tuesday 18 February 2020

Anyone looking to take their first steps up the property ladder has a smorgasbord of options available to them nowadays, and HSBC is doing a lot to stand out from the pack. Recent cuts to its discounted Home Value Loan mean rates are now sitting at a super low 2.90% p.a (comparison rate 2.91% p.a*). 

Tuesday 18 February 2020

Hot off the press: Big-name lenders Loans.com.au, Homestar and HSBC have just dropped three brand new home loan rates - each of which offers killer variable rates in return for a bigger deposit or equity in your property.

Tuesday 18 February 2020

Rewards points can be a great way to get your hands on some serious goodies, but did you know that you don’t need a rewards credit card to rack them up? Nowadays, there are a number of products out there with points earning potential, including savings accounts, car loans, and even home loans.

Tuesday 18 February 2020

If you’ve been on the hunt for a new home loan with a competitively low interest rate, today may be your day after online lender loans.com.au dropped a new home loan product - the Smart Home Loan 75. 

Monday 17 February 2020

The Australian Government has released new data that revealed, in less than 2 months, about 6,500 of the 10,000 home loans under the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme are already being processed.