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Are you too loyal for your own good? The banks think so
Are you too loyal for your own good? The banks think so

Sep 16, 2021

The average Australian homeowner is paying more than $37,000 in extra interest over the life of their home loan due to the loyalty tax, and it’s got three-quarters of borrowers feeling “ripped off” and “angry”.
Refinancing figures are on a record-breaking run: here’s why
Refinancing figures are on a record-breaking run: here’s why

Sep 9, 2021

With interest rates at record low levels, the number of homeowners refinancing skyrocketed to an all-time high in July. Today we’ll run you through why so many people are refinancing, and why you should consider doing so too.
Are they really OK? Here’s how to check in with them today
Are they really OK? Here’s how to check in with them today

Sep 9, 2021

Do you know how the people in your world are really doing right now? Chances are you know someone who’s doing it tough, but silently pressing on. As always, we’re here to support you, and for R U OK? Day we’re sharing ways you can help others.
Nine in 10 FHBs trust brokers to help them buy their first property
Nine in 10 FHBs trust brokers to help them buy their first property

Sep 2, 2021

Remember that classic TV ad: ‘nine out of 10 dentists recommend using [toothpaste brand]?’ Well, it turns out we’ve earned a similar level of trust when it comes to helping first home buyers sink their teeth into the property market. 
SME Recovery Loan Scheme revamped to help more businesses
SME Recovery Loan Scheme revamped to help more businesses

Aug 26, 2021

More small and medium-sized businesses struggling to stay afloat due to the economic impacts of COVID will have access to cheaper funding after the federal government expanded the eligibility criteria for the SME Recovery Loan Scheme.
How to ease financial pressure through debt consolidation
How to ease financial pressure through debt consolidation

Aug 26, 2021

With many people around the country doing it tough right now, this week we’ll look at a way you can take some pressure off your monthly finances through debt consolidation.
COVID hardship and grant options that could help you
COVID hardship and grant options that could help you

Aug 19, 2021

With the pandemic once again tightening its grip around many parts of Australia, today we’ll run you through hardship and grant options that could be available to you or your business.
New super laws: a timely reminder to check your life insurance policy
New super laws: a timely reminder to check your life insurance policy

Aug 12, 2021

What measures do you have in place to help protect your family home or business? If life insurance through your superannuation account is one of them, then it’s a good time to give it a quick review – especially if you work in a high-risk environment.
House price growth hits 17-year high, but is it slowing down?
House price growth hits 17-year high, but is it slowing down?

Aug 5, 2021

You’d have to go all the way back to the 2004 Athens Olympics to find a time when house price growth was faster than it has recently been. But latest data suggests the golden run has started to slow down.
Cash flow tips for businesses thriving and surviving the pandemic
Cash flow tips for businesses thriving and surviving the pandemic

Jul 29, 2021

Australia is a tale of two economies right now, depending on the state or sector your business is based in. Today we’ll run you through three cash flow tips for your business, whether it’s growing or struggling.
Buy Now Pay Later users put on notice by credit agency
Buy Now Pay Later users put on notice by credit agency

Jul 29, 2021

Do you use a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) service like Afterpay or Zip? If so, be warned that one leading credit reporting agency has made a big change that means your BNPL data will go onto your credit report.
What’s the best day to auction your house?
What’s the best day to auction your house?

Jul 22, 2021

Drive or walk around your local suburb mid-morning on a Saturday and chances are you’ll pass a few freshly banged up ‘Auction’ signs. But is Saturday actually the best day to auction your home? New data suggests perhaps not.
Need help paying your insurance and workers comp premiums this year?
Need help paying your insurance and workers comp premiums this year?

Jul 15, 2021

As if Australian business owners hadn’t faced enough challenges this past year – now the dreaded annual insurance and workers compensation premiums will soon arrive in mailboxes. Here’s how to smooth ‘em all out (and get an early bird discount!).
Green thumbs beware: one-third of veggie gardens contaminated with lead
Green thumbs beware: one-third of veggie gardens contaminated with lead

Jul 15, 2021

One of the most exciting things about moving into your own home is doing whatever you want with it, such as growing your own veggie patch. But did you know more than a third of Aussie backyards are contaminated with lead? Here’s how to get your soil tested for free.
How much extra will your mortgage cost when interest rates rise?
How much extra will your mortgage cost when interest rates rise?

Jul 8, 2021

After 18 straight RBA cash rate cuts it can be easy to dismiss the notion that interest rates might rise again. But if the cash rate returned to mid-2019 levels, how much extra would an average new mortgage holder expect to pay each month? Let’s take a look.
It’s on! First home loan deposit schemes open for applications
It’s on! First home loan deposit schemes open for applications

Jul 1, 2021

If you’d like to buy your first home with just a 5% deposit and pay no lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), then you better act quick, as thousands of first home buyers are expected to rush to apply for the limited spots up for grabs.
EOFY alert! Financial year end just days away
EOFY alert! Financial year end just days away

Jun 23, 2021

Small business owners wanting to buy a vehicle, asset or important piece of equipment and immediately write off the cost only have a few days to act this financial year.
Property price caps increased for first home loan deposit scheme
Property price caps increased for first home loan deposit scheme

Jun 23, 2021

First home buyers can now purchase more expensive properties under the federal government’s hugely popular 5% deposit, no LMI scheme.
Size matters: how to get more bang for your buck on property sizes
Size matters: how to get more bang for your buck on property sizes

Jun 17, 2021

An increasing number of Australians are prioritising larger homes and bigger blocks in their house-hunting endeavours since the pandemic began. But where to look? Well, a new search tool helps you calculate which suburbs offer the best bang for your buck.
Aussie businesses load up on light commercial vehicles
Aussie businesses load up on light commercial vehicles

Jun 10, 2021

Australian businesses have shifted things up a gear this year, with new asset finance figures revealing a 187% rise in light commercial vehicle purchases since January.
33 suburbs where buyers still have the upper hand over sellers
33 suburbs where buyers still have the upper hand over sellers

Jun 10, 2021

Most of Australia may be a seller’s market right now, but there are still a few dozen suburbs around the country where there’s more housing stock available than in previous years. Today we’ll check out which 33 suburbs are still offering plenty of options for buyers.
4 in 5 hopeful buyers don’t understand key financial concepts
4 in 5 hopeful buyers don’t understand key financial concepts

Jun 2, 2021

While most Australians dream of owning their own home, the majority of hopeful homeowners admit they don’t fully understand how home loans or mortgage rates work. That’s why we make it our mission to enlighten you during your home buying journey.
Pedal to the metal: EOFY is officially bearing down on us
Pedal to the metal: EOFY is officially bearing down on us

May 27, 2021

Keen to buy a vehicle, asset or another vital piece of equipment for your business and immediately write off the cost? Well, you better get cracking, as we’re officially entering end-of-financial-year territory.
“Tide turning on interest rates”: CBA hikes fixed rates
“Tide turning on interest rates”: CBA hikes fixed rates

May 27, 2021

Australia’s biggest bank has hiked its three-year fixed rate for owner-occupiers in a further sign that “the tide is turning on interest rates”. So if you’ve been thinking about fixing your interest rate, it could be high time to do so.
Want to switch home loans? Here are ASIC’s top tips for refinancing
Want to switch home loans? Here are ASIC’s top tips for refinancing

May 19, 2021

With interest rates at record low levels, we’ve seen a big increase in homeowners wanting to refinance this year. So this week we’ll look at some of ASIC’s top tips for refinancing, plus some of our own for good measure.
SMEs to get full asset write-off extension and fairer go with ATO
SMEs to get full asset write-off extension and fairer go with ATO

May 13, 2021

Small businesses in dispute with the ATO over their tax debt will get “a fairer go” under new rules proposed in the federal budget. Meanwhile, one-year extensions have been granted for the full asset write-off and loss carry-back schemes. Let’s break it all down.
Single parents and first home buyers get big budget boost
Single parents and first home buyers get big budget boost

May 13, 2021

Single parents saving for a property and first home buyers are the big winners from this year’s federal budget. Today we’ll break down the three schemes that will help them crack the property market sooner.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent your next home? You might be surprised
Is it cheaper to buy or rent your next home? You might be surprised

May 6, 2021

While it might feel like property prices are skyrocketing out of reach, the majority of Australian homes are actually cheaper to buy than rent over the next decade, according to a new report.
Has the housing market’s latest record-breaking run peaked?
Has the housing market’s latest record-breaking run peaked?

Apr 29, 2021

Property prices climbed at a breathtaking pace in early 2021, which has been good news for homeowners and heartbreaking for house hunters. However, there are seven key signs that the pace of capital gains has peaked, says CoreLogic.
Business demand for equipment has hit record numbers
Business demand for equipment has hit record numbers

Apr 21, 2021

Businesses across the country are purchasing new equipment and vehicles in record numbers, as companies big and small embrace the strongest market conditions seen in years, according to NAB data.
HomeBuilder extension gives applicants extra 12 months to start building
HomeBuilder extension gives applicants extra 12 months to start building

Apr 21, 2021

Tens of thousands of HomeBuilder applicants around the nation can breathe a sigh of relief after the federal government extended the construction commencement requirement from six months to 18 months.
How long do you have to snap up a property in the current market?
How long do you have to snap up a property in the current market?

Apr 14, 2021

You open up the real estate app on your phone, scroll through a few listings, and then there it is: the home of your dreams, ‘added 1 hour ago’. So just how long do you typically have to act in this hot market?
COVID-19 repayment amnesty over: how to avoid a bad credit rating
COVID-19 repayment amnesty over: how to avoid a bad credit rating

Apr 7, 2021

The COVID-19 loan deferral program and credit reporting amnesty is now over, which means banks will report any late repayments on mortgage or small business loans to credit agencies unless you’ve entered into a hardship arrangement.
Fixed mortgage rates set to rise in coming months: experts
Fixed mortgage rates set to rise in coming months: experts

Mar 31, 2021

House prices could jump 17% in 2021 and mortgage rates are set to rise much sooner than expected, ANZ Bank has tipped.
How do you compare: how much of your pay goes to your mortgage?
How do you compare: how much of your pay goes to your mortgage?

Mar 24, 2021

The property market is going through a boom phase, which means housing affordability is getting tougher. So how much does the average Australian household need to put towards their monthly home loan repayments in the current market? Let’s take a look.
Free new mental health support service for small business owners
Free new mental health support service for small business owners

Mar 24, 2021

Floods, fire and pandemic – it’s been an incredibly tough 15 months for many Australian businesses. And with government support about to end, looking after your mental health will be just as important as taking care of your business’s financial health.
$15,000 HomeBuilder grant deadline fast approaching
$15,000 HomeBuilder grant deadline fast approaching

Mar 17, 2021

Thinking of building, buying a new home or renovating? The HomeBuilder scheme ends on March 31, which means you’ve got less than two weeks to take advantage of the $15,000 grant.
Do you have a succession plan in place for your business?
Do you have a succession plan in place for your business?

Mar 10, 2021

Who would take the reins of your family business if you had to take a step back from it? Turns out just one-in-six businesses have a proper plan in place. But rest assured you can develop your own succession plan fairly painlessly, with the help of a new guide.
7 ways to make your property more attractive to potential buyers
7 ways to make your property more attractive to potential buyers

Mar 10, 2021

Did you know more than a third of Australian homeowners are considering putting their property up for sale so they can take advantage of the current boom in prices? Here’s how to get your property looking spick and span for prospective buyers.
Boom time: Australian home values surging at fastest pace in 17 years
Boom time: Australian home values surging at fastest pace in 17 years

Mar 4, 2021

It’s official: Australia’s housing market is in the midst of a broad-based boom, with the national home value surging 2.1% higher in February; the largest month-on-month change since 2003.
SME credit demand improves, lenders begin next phase of COVID-19 support
SME credit demand improves, lenders begin next phase of COVID-19 support

Feb 25, 2021

Things are starting to look better for small business owners across the country with just 5% of deferred business loans yet to resume repayments. Meanwhile, there are signs that business credit demand is improving, especially when it comes to asset finance.
Tick tock – is time running out for first home buyers?
Tick tock – is time running out for first home buyers?

Feb 25, 2021

The first home buyer market had a bumper year in 2020 due to modest declines in property prices, reduced investor activity, and a range of government incentives. But with those advantages tailing off, how will first home buyers compete in 2021?
“On the cusp of a boom”: CBA’s assessment of the housing market
“On the cusp of a boom”: CBA’s assessment of the housing market

Feb 17, 2021

Australia’s housing market is on the “cusp of a boom”, with house prices set to leap 16% over the next two years, according to the Commonwealth Bank (CBA).
Digital transformation: how does your business compare?
Digital transformation: how does your business compare?

Feb 11, 2021

How well placed is your retail business when it comes to its digital transformation? Today we’ll look at some of the ways your competitors might be complementing their bricks and mortar stores with online empires.
Back up for grabs: 1800 first home buyer scheme spots reissued
Back up for grabs: 1800 first home buyer scheme spots reissued

Feb 11, 2021

Great news just in for first home buyers: the Australian government will reissue 1800 First Home Loan Deposit Scheme (FHLDS) spots from the 2019-20 financial year. 
Record-breaking: 5 big property trends in 2021
Record-breaking: 5 big property trends in 2021

Feb 3, 2021

After a bumpy 2020, 2021 is already rewriting the record books. From property prices, to interest rates, to refinancing – no matter which way you look records are being broken. Today we’ll look at why property market sentiment is riding so high.
How did your suburb fare during the COVID-19 crisis?
How did your suburb fare during the COVID-19 crisis?

Jan 28, 2021

When coronavirus broke out across Australia, doomsday reports tipped the property market could fall as far as 30% across the country. Fortunately, that wasn’t the case. Here’s how to find out how your suburb actually fared.
How will your business bounce back from 2020?
How will your business bounce back from 2020?

Jan 28, 2021

If you’re worried about how to recover from the horror show that was 2020, you’re not alone. Two-thirds of Australian small to medium businesses feel the same way, research shows.
House prices projected to jump 30% in three years: RBA
House prices projected to jump 30% in three years: RBA

Jan 20, 2021

It’s the document that was never meant to see the light of day. But a Freedom of Information request reveals the Reserve Bank of Australia projects a 30% increase in house prices if interest rates remain low for the next few years.
Still haven’t found what you’re looking for? Listings to pick up soon
Still haven’t found what you’re looking for? Listings to pick up soon

Jan 13, 2021

While you were kicking your feet up over the festive season, did you flick open your phone and scroll through real estate listings in your dream location? If so, you might’ve noticed there were fewer properties listed for sale than usual. Here’s why.
What are Australia’s most popular vehicles? The 2020 results are in
What are Australia’s most popular vehicles? The 2020 results are in

Jan 13, 2021

Long gone are the days of Holden vs Ford. These days it’s all about the SUV vs the great Australian ute. So which vehicle type topped the list in 2020?
New year, new you: 3 quick and easy finance resolutions
New year, new you: 3 quick and easy finance resolutions

Jan 6, 2021

Whenever we think of New Year’s resolutions, the first thing that comes to mind is a health kick. But here are three (easy) New Year’s resolutions that’ll help improve your financial wellbeing in 2021.
Happy New Year! Here’s to a prosperous 2021!
Happy New Year! Here’s to a prosperous 2021!

Dec 30, 2020

Well, that was a year for the history books. Time to start looking forward, we reckon! And the good news is 2021 offers plenty of promise. So what’s your New Year’s resolution?
Season’s Greetings! Bring on 2021!
Season’s Greetings! Bring on 2021!

Dec 23, 2020

To all our wonderful clients: this has been a year like no other, so we can only hope that you’re treated to a relaxing time with family and friends this festive season.
Warning to SMEs: payment times have completely blown out
Warning to SMEs: payment times have completely blown out

Dec 16, 2020

Small businesses are receiving payments from clients a month late on average – that’s 18 days longer than last year. Make sure your business’s cash flow isn’t adversely impacted this holiday season.
Love thy neighbour: how to protect your home these summer holidays
Love thy neighbour: how to protect your home these summer holidays

Dec 16, 2020

How comfortable do you feel leaving your home unattended when you go on holidays? Turns out that those who know their neighbours best have more peace of mind.
Be careful of loading up on ‘buy now, pay later’ purchases this Xmas
Be careful of loading up on ‘buy now, pay later’ purchases this Xmas

Dec 9, 2020

‘Tis the season to be jolly, but it’s important not to get carried away when using ‘buy now, pay later’ providers to fund that festive spirit. That’s because one-in-five users struggle to make their repayments, new research has found.
How well do you know your finance jargon? Take our quiz!
How well do you know your finance jargon? Take our quiz!

Dec 2, 2020

The finance industry has a bunch of acronyms and abbreviations that can make the home buying process a little confusing. But they’re not as difficult to understand as you might think. Take our short quiz to see how many you can answer!
Freedom to move: stamp duty reforms gain momentum
Freedom to move: stamp duty reforms gain momentum

Nov 26, 2020

Stamp duty: two of the most dreaded words in the world of property and finance. Fortunately, NSW and Victoria have unveiled some big changes to the inefficient tax this week, and there’s hope it’ll inspire other states to review their own stamp duty arrangements.
Australia is building the biggest houses in the world once again
Australia is building the biggest houses in the world once again

Nov 25, 2020

We dream big in Australia. So it’s little surprise that when the Great Australian Dream becomes a reality it means bigger houses than anywhere else in the world, according to a new report.
Eight things a first home buyer needs to know
Eight things a first home buyer needs to know

Aug 31, 2020

The benefit of using our services is both time saving with not having to wait for other services