Finance News - September 17th Could a record spike in home loan pre-approvals hint at housing market recovery? One lender has seen a record 71% jump in home loan pre-approvals amid the COVID-19 pandemic, empowering many first home buyers as they head into what could be a “bumper” spring period for home buying. But...
Finance News - September 15th New lowest home loan rate drops to 1.89% (1.92% comparison rate) Reduce Home Loans has introduced a new record-low home loan rate that may appeal to some refinancers looking to take advantage of cheaper deals. Reduce Home Loans has launched its new Rate Cutter Variable home loan...
Home Loans - September 14th 5 market indicators you need to understand before you invest in property We take a look at some of the numbers that may help with your decision if you're investing in property and what they tell you about the market. There's no shortage of data about property available...
Home Loans - September 10th Rates at record lows but which home loans offer ‘outstanding value’? With home loan interest rates at a record low and refinancing at a record high, what do lenders have to do to stand out in today’s highly-competitive market? Canstar reveals which products and providers emerged with...
Home Loans - September 9th What do recessions mean for house prices? It is common for falling house prices to become a hot topic during economic downturns. So, what should you look out for?
Finance News - September 9th New lowest home loan’s rate is just 1.90% (2.39% comparison rate) UPDATED: Reduce Home Loans has edged ahead in the “lowest rate home loan” race, launching an introductory rate of just 1.90% (comparison rate 2.39%). Three days after its initial launch on 1 September, the lender altered...
First Home Buyers - September 7th What are genuine savings to buy a home? What are genuine savings to buy a home and what is and isn't included when you apply for a home loan?
Home Loans - September 2nd Which lenders have won Awards for their fixed rate home loans in 2020? Find out which providers are offering Award-winning ranges of fixed rate home loans to Australian borrowers.
Finance News - September 1st RBA holds: House prices falling as strained property owners enter spring selling season The property market's impact on Aussie households and the economy is on the minds of Australia's central bankers, who've decided to keep the cash rate on hold this month. The numbers show house prices have fallen...
Finance News - August 31st First Home Loan Deposit Scheme gets buyers into their first house four years earlier New research shows the Federal Government's guarantee scheme for first home buyers helped people enter the property market an average of four years earlier than if they'd had to wait to save up a full 20%...
Home Loans - August 28th Distressed property: Key factors to consider when buying When it comes to property investing, experienced property investors are often looking for properties that provide more bang for their buck. But how can they do this?
Finance News - August 24th Aussie investors could save more than $8,000 in one year from new loans.com.au offer Online lender loans.com.au has launched a limited-time interest rate of below 2% for eligible investors today, which is the lowest rate available on Canstar's database of investment home loans. The discounted variable rate of 1.99% is...
First Home Buyers - August 24th Expert tips on how to spot 'up-and-coming' suburbs Property expert Peter Koulizos shares his tips for spotting an 'up-and-coming' suburb and reveals five locations he thinks fit the bill.
Coronavirus - August 17th Will COVID-19 be as bad as the GFC? CommSec senior economist Ryan Felsman shares his thoughts on how this downturn compares to the GFC and the last recession. He also outlines the impact the pandemic may have on the economy, the sharemarket and house...
Home Loans - August 17th The top growth suburbs of the past 20 years Find out which suburbs in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney have experienced the best capital growth over the past 20 years. Is yours on the list? If you bought a home in Kilburn in South Australia...
Finance News - August 12th Does an automatic home loan interest rate cut sound appealing? Home loan customers can now automatically get a lower interest rate as they pay down their mortgage. That may incentivise customers to pay off their home sooner, but it could still pay for homeowners to check...
Home Loans - August 10th Should you keep your first home as an investment? If you're thinking about upgrading you may be wondering whether you should keep your first home as an investment or sell it. Here are some of the issues to consider when making your decision.
Finance News - August 6th New record-low home loan interest rate of below 2% targeted at refinancers Could your budget stand to gain from a better home loan interest rate? An online-only lender is now in the lead in the rate race. It seems to be nearly every week we're announcing a new...
Home Loans - August 5th The winner of this year’s Most Satisfied Customers - Home Lender Award revealed Canstar has crowned the winner of its Most Satisfied Customers - Home Lender Award for 2020. Read on to find out which provider won and why. The COVID-19 pandemic, which was declared on 11 March this...
Home Loans - August 4th Let’s settle this online: A guide to electronic conveyancing What is electronic conveyancing and how does it work? Find out more...