Finance News - January 8th How old is too old for a home loan? Getting on the property ladder later in life may mean you have to jump through a few extra hoops to get your home loan application approved. Find out more.
Home Loans - January 7th Real estate commission and fees explained Real estate commission can be the biggest cost of selling your home – potentially adding up to 2% or more the property’s sale price.
Home Loans - December 24th Buying an apartment checklist If you’re in the market for a unit, there are a number of important things to consider to help make up your mind.
Home Loans - December 23rd Buying a house with tenants? Here's what you need to know Are you considering buying a house or an apartment with existing tenants? It may be helpful to know your obligations and options. Learn more.
Home Loans - December 20th What are the cheapest suburbs to rent in Melbourne? Looking for an affordable place to rent in Melbourne? We reveal the 20 cheapest suburbs to rent both houses and units.
Home Loans - December 18th Types of home loans in Australia Considering a home loan? Learn all different types of home loans available in Australia to see which one fits your circumstances the most.
Home Loans - December 17th Advantages and disadvantages of self-employment Considering leaving the ranks of salaried employment and becoming your own boss? We cover the advantages and disadvantages of self-employment.
Home Loans - December 16th What are Sydney's cheapest suburbs for rent? Finding an affordable place to live in Sydney is hard but not impossible. We reveal the 20 suburbs that have the cheapest rent in Sydney for both houses and units.
Credit Cards - December 11th Fewer than one-third of Aussies optimistic about finances as housing costs top 2025 money worries Canstar’s eighth annual Consumer Pulse Report reveals Australians’ financial pain points, debt levels, savings goals and the impact of cost-of-living pressures as we head into 2025.
Finance News - December 11th Mortgage pain: 40% of Aussie borrowers unprepared if rates remain high in 2025 Interest rates are tipped to drop by the middle of next year, but a recent survey of home loan borrowers found that many are not prepared to hold out for that long.
Home Loans - December 5th How much does it cost to landscape your backyard? A beautiful outdoor space can really add value to your home, but how much does it cost to landscape and what type of work is involved?
Credit Cards - November 27th What are the top 10 biggest banks in Australia? These are the Top 10 biggest banks in Australia for owner occupier and investment home loans, as well as deposits held.
Home Loans - November 27th What is an offset account? An offset account lets you use your money to reduce the interest paid on your home loan to become mortgage-free sooner. Learn more about how it works.
Home Loans - November 26th Apartment vs house investment If you’re thinking about buying an investment property, what makes a better investment ‒ a house or an apartment? We break down some key considerations.
Home Loans - November 12th What is the Commbank Yello rewards program? What is CommBank Yello? It’s CBA’s rewards program. Find out who can join, what perks it might deliver and the pros and cons
Home Loans - November 12th Should I buy a house now or should I wait until 2025? With rates tipped to fall in 2025 and house price growth slowing in Australia, you may be wondering 'should I buy a house now?'
Home Loans - November 12th 5 ways to pay off your mortgage faster Here are five simple steps that could help you pay off your mortgage faster and potentially enjoy financial freedom earlier.
Home Loans - November 8th Rent vs buy: Should you rent or buy? When it comes to the question of whether renting vs buying is preferable, there are some significant pros and cons on either side.
Home Loans - November 8th Responsible Lending laws in Australia What are Australia’s responsible lending laws? We look at the rules, lender's obligations and what they mean for borrowers.
Home Loans - November 8th How does a bridging loan work? If you’re looking to move houses then you’ve probably heard of the term bridging finance. We break down what a bridging loan is and how it works.