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Albanese re-elected – what’s in the pipeline for housing?
6 May 2025

Australia has elected the ALP for another three years of government. With housing being such a contentious issue for voters leading up to the election, what can we now expect from the ...

10-year interest-only offering launched by AMP Bank
6 May 2025

The non-major bank has unveiled a decade-long interest-only home loan offering retirees and investors more flexibility and long-term financial certainty.

Brokers tip east coast comeback for property investors
6 May 2025

A report has highlighted investor hotspots, but brokers say the real opportunity now lies in Sydney and Melbourne’s resurgence.

6 key ways for investors to accelerate their portfolio growth
6 May 2025

Becoming an investor is easy – buy some shares, grab some crypto, or purchase a rental property and just like that, you’re an investor. But becoming an investor who achieves financial ...

Legal experts unpack NSW strata reforms
6 May 2025

A recent Q&A with a commercial and government law firm has outlined the changes to NSW strata laws. The introductions will affect home owners, investors, and renters alike.

Westpac reports increase in broker flows for 1H25
5 May 2025

The big four bank has reported an increase in the number of loans originated from the third-party channel.

Mortgage repayments drop for the first time since 2021
5 May 2025

February’s rate cut has provided some relief for mortgage holders as average mortgage repayments fall.

Survey paints dire picture of financial wellbeing among Australians
5 May 2025

Australians are most concerned about rising living costs, housing affordability, and healthcare, as financial stress continues to grow.

FHBs ‘aren’t backing down’ despite economic headwinds
5 May 2025

A new report has found prospective first home buyers are steadfast in entering the property market amid rising property prices and cost-of-living pressures.

‘Generation Rent’ adopting bold strategies to buy property
5 May 2025

Young Australians are overcoming housing challenges by downsizing, co-buying, and seeking early financial advice to enter the market.

February rate cut prompts uptick in property settlements
5 May 2025

Improved buyer sentiment from the Reserve Bank of Australia’s last cash rate cut led to an increase in mortgage refinancing and residential property settlement over the March quarter, ...

Hold or sell? Unpacking landlord behaviour in Australia
5 May 2025

Half of Australian property investors sell their rental properties within the first two years, despite a study showing that long-term holding is more likely to build wealth.

Aussie mortgage lending hits new milestone
2 May 2025

Australia’s mortgage market surged to a new high in March, driven by consistent growth in both owner-occupier and investment loans.

Not enough brokers across SMSF lending, says investor
2 May 2025

SMSF lending is becoming an increasingly attractive option for borrowers. Despite this, one investor has said there is a lack of understanding from brokers.

Qld government scraps stamp duty for first home buyers
2 May 2025

Eligible first home buyers who purchase homes or residential land after 1 May 2025 will no longer be required to pay stamp duty following the passage of new legislation in Queensland.