Sure, saving a deposit is important, but your income can hold the real key to getting into the market. That’s because it shapes your borrowing power. It stands to reason that lenders will look closely at your personal income when you apply for a home loan. It’s not just about...
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Thinking of a tree change? You might find more affordable homes
Growing numbers of younger Australians are opting for regional living, and part of the lure of a ‘seachange’ or ‘treechange’ can be the chance to get more bang for your buck. As property values climb higher, the median home price across our combined capitals has just pushed past the $1 million...
Which generation tops housing wealth in Australia?
Myth busted! Baby Boomers no longer own the bulk of housing wealth in Australia. We reveal who does, and how you could get started in the property market. As many Baby Boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964) start to enjoy their retirements, they are passing the baton of property...
RBA hikes the cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85%
Bad news for mortgage holders around the country: the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) today raised the cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85%. Today we’ll look at why it did so, and how this rate hike could impact your monthly mortgage repayments. Well, those three rate cuts in 2025 were...
How high are property prices predicted to go in 2026?
After a lengthy run of rising prices in 2025, some pundits are tipping property prices could keep climbing in 2026. Today we’ll take a sneak peek inside the experts’ crystal ball – and what it could mean for your home buying plans. 2025 was a great year for home owners,...
Roll up those sleeves – a renovation renaissance is slated for 2026
A renovation boom may loom, with plenty of home owners choosing to renovate rather than relocate this year. So if you have plans for home improvements, it’s worth knowing how to fund your project. Australians love tackling home renovations! Home owners collectively spend over $1 billion each month improving their place. And...





