How to form a home buying strategy and make your home loan more affordable
On most homes in Australia you’re required to put down a deposit, typically around 20% of the property’s value.
Read MoreOn most homes in Australia you’re required to put down a deposit, typically around 20% of the property’s value.
Read MoreIn February, fixed-rate home loans are coming down across the board, thanks to the shifting tides of inflation and the increasing likelihood of a Reserve Bank interest rate cut later in the year.
Read MoreWhile digital bank Up is probably better known by Australians for its innovative banking app, everyday and savings accounts, behind the scenes, it’s also been making headways in the home loan space.
Read MoreAustralians borrowed $301 billion to fund property purchases in the 2023 calendar year, with the aggregate value of new home loans declining 13% from the previous year, according to research by online property settlement firm PEXA.
Read MoreProperty values tend to ebb and flow with market conditions. Home loan interest rates, average incomes, and buyer confidence can all change prices.
Read MoreLet’s be real: time with a special someone is excellent. And spending smart so you can spend more time with said loved one? Priceless.
Read MoreWe live in a high price world in 2024. Everything seems to be more expensive the past couple of years - be it milk, bread, meat, furniture, clothing, shoes, household energy, and yes, housing.
Read MoreIn a surprising turn of events, South Australia (SA) has topped Commsec's state-based economic report, a first in its 15-year history. Victoria, the previous leader, now ties with NSW in second place.
Read MoreIn its first decision of 2024, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) opted to keep the official cash rate on hold at 4.35% for February.
Read MoreFinding a top home loan has never been more important, as the 'asking prices' for houses in major cities such as Sydney appear to be rising.
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