Sharing is caring: How to save (or make) serious cash
The sharing economy isn't simply here to stay, it's a thriving part of the Australian business landscape. Here are four platforms to…
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Lending restrictions could soon ease
Financing options for homebuyers could open up once more with the federal government suggesting that lending restrictions could be eased if property…
Read MorePay off your mortgage in under ten years: How one family did it
For many of us, a mortgage is something that stays around for the better part of our adult lives. Not so for…
Read MoreThree financial tips for the savvy Millennial
It takes more than just cutting back on avocados to make it financially in Australia. Here’s what the under 35s really need…
Read MoreFirst home buyer numbers on the up and up
First home buyer loan numbers have soared to their highest levels in eight years amid predictions that Millennials will soon eclipse Baby…
Read MoreCalls for stamp duty reform
There are renewed calls to reform stamp duty across Australia following a report that reveals the controversial tax paid by homebuyers has…
Read MoreFive free apps to help you reach your financial goals
Whether you're fed up with the boss and looking to start your own business, or simply looking to pay off your home…
Read MoreMortgage stress: What it is, and how to avoid it
You might be comfortable paying off your mortgage now, but what if things change? Here are some tips on how to avoid…
Read MoreThink you’re being priced out of the property market? Think again
Latest property data heralds good news for those eager to crack into the market in 2018.
Read MoreShares vs Property: the pros and cons breakdown
NRL vs AFL. Neighbours vs Home & Away. Gas vs charcoal grill. We Aussies are no strangers to a heated debate. And…
Read MoreImprove your finances one month at a time with this 2018 to-do list
It's easy to get overwhelmed with a long list of tasks, so we've simplified things for you. Just tackle one job on…
Read MoreWhat you need to know before buying your second property
Whether it’s as an investment asset or a holiday home, buying your second property poses a unique set of challenges. Here’s what…
Read MoreMerry Christmas! Here’s to a prosperous 2018!
With the festive season upon us we'd like to take a moment to thank you all for a fantastic 2017!
Read MoreMake your New Year’s resolution all about a home loan health check
Whenever we think of New Year's resolutions, we always seem to commit to improving our physical wellbeing rather than our financial wellbeing.
Read MoreGoing guarantor on a family member’s loan?
Saying no to family is always difficult. But if a family member or friend asks you to become a loan guarantor, it…
Read MoreBitcoin: boom or bubble?
Ask 10 different financial experts about the future of Bitcoin, and you'll get 10 different answers. Here's the good, the bad and…
Read MoreInterest-only loan numbers plummet, but rest assured the option still exists
A regulatory crackdown on interest-only loans has been much more effective than many anticipated, but rest assured the option is still within…
Read MoreFloating the idea of refinancing your home loan?
When it comes to refinancing your home loan, it's a case of reward vs risk. Let us step you through some of…
Read MoreWhy it might be time to consider a principal-and-interest home loan
Australians have gravitated towards the benefits of interest-only home loans in high numbers in years gone by. But a raft of changes…
Read MoreWho wants to be a billionaire? How five of Australia’s richest did it
Hint: two are property moguls, two are mining giants, and one built his empire on cardboard.
Read MoreRegulator to crackdown on lending standards
It could soon become harder for Aussie families to secure a loan directly from lenders without expert help, with the prudential regulator…
Read MoreWhat is a housing bubble and should I be worried?
You’ve probably heard about "the Australian housing bubble". You may even have heard that it could one day burst. But is there…
Read MoreDo your kids have the skills they need for tomorrow?
Half of all Australian parents don't believe their children are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in future. Are you setting…
Read MoreThe big interest rate news you probably missed
You may have heard that the RBA is once again holding its horses when it comes to the official cash rate. But…
Read MoreFinance & the single woman: what you need to know
Gone are the days when depending on Mr. Right was the only way to secure a comfortable future. And frankly, good riddance!
Read MoreIs your coffee habit adding years to your mortgage pain?
It’s smooth, it’s delectable, and it might just be adding years to your mortgage. The culprit? Your daily cup of joe. A…
Read MoreDon’t be taken for a ride, shop around when renewing home or car insurance
Shopping around for a better home and contents or car insurance policy needs to stop being thrown into the 'too-hard-basket'.
Read More‘Budget’ shouldn’t be a dirty word. Here’s why you need one
While creating a budget isn't exactly pig-in-the-mud kind of fun, following a few simple steps can have you laughing all the way…
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