Home Loans - June 4th Who owns each Australian bank? Do you know who owns your bank? Several smaller banks are actually owned by the big four banks. Find out who owns which.
Home Loans - May 30th How much deposit do you need for a house? How much you can save for a home loan deposit can have a big influence on how much you can borrow. We take a look at some of what you need to be aware of when saving for a deposit.
Finance News - May 30th Sigh of relief: new lowest variable rate hits 5.24% as latest rate cuts come into effect Three of Australia’s biggest banks have dropped variable rates today following the RBA’s May cash rate decision.
Finance News - May 29th Competition heats up as CBA cuts fixed rates alongside variable CBA has announced it will take the axe to its fixed rate home loans tomorrow by up to 0.40 percentage points across all fixed terms.
Home Loans - May 28th Applying for a home loan for an apartment Buying an apartment can be more affordable than a house but is it harder to get a loan? We take a look at some of the criteria lenders may take into account.
Home Loans - May 28th Home loan and mortgage fees you should know about Mortgage fees can make a home loan surprisingly expensive. With big variations in home loan fees, there’s a few things to look out for.
Home Loans - May 25th Rise in core inflation won’t rule out possibility of further rate cuts Core inflation has risen to an annual rate of 2.8% in April, from 2.7% in March, however, this minor rise is unlikely to be cause for alarm for the RBA.
Home Loans - May 22nd Borrowing power to get a boost from May rate cut Home buyers’ maximum borrowing limits set by the banks will rise following Tuesday’s 0.25 percentage point cut to the cash rate by the RBA.
Finance News - May 21st Big 4 banks step up and pass on second cash rate cut All four major banks have stepped up to the plate, announcing they will pass on the RBA’s 0.25 percentage point cut to variable mortgage customers.
Finance News - May 20th The RBA has cut the cash rate for the second time this year - what could this mean for your mortgage? The RBA has cut the cash rate by 25 basis points at its May meeting, with interest rate cuts from banks and lenders likely to follow soon.
Finance News - May 20th How to pay off your mortgage faster Today, the RBA is set to make its third cash rate decision for the year, with a rate cut widely anticipated.
Finance News - May 16th What to expect from the RBA meeting in May 2025 Economists from Australia’s big four banks are all forecasting a cash rate cut at the next RBA meeting. But could interest rates fall even further?
Finance News - May 15th Refinancing ramps up following February rate cut The number of loans switching lenders ramped up in the March quarter to the highest level since September 2023, data from the ABS released today shows.
Finance News - May 9th AMP Bank has launched a 10-year interest-only home loan - what could it mean for borrowers? In a market-first move for Australia, AMP Bank has announced a 10-year interest-only home loan for owner occupiers.
Finance News - May 8th CBA cuts lowest variable interest rate to match big bank competitors Australia’s biggest home loan lender, CBA, has today cut its lowest variable rate down to 5.84 per cent to keep pace with competitors.
Home Loans - May 1st What is a foreign resident capital gains withholding clearance certificate? Both Australian residents and foreign residents may be liable to pay capital gains tax on investment property sales. A tax expert explains...
Home Loans - April 30th How much does an architect cost? If you're contemplating building your own home, you may well be wondering—how much does an architect cost? Here are some things to think about.
Home Loans - April 30th Property market cycles in Australia Australia’s property market is often described as being cyclical in nature. So what is the property cycle in Australia and how does it work?
Home Loans - April 30th Costs of buying a house in Australia When planning to buy a house, there are extra costs that may pile up once you sign the contract. So, how much does it really cost to buy a house?
Home Loans - April 30th How to get a home loan? If you’re looking to buy a house, you may be wondering how to get a home loan? We run through some common questions you might be asked by lenders when applying for one.