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RBA cash rate reduced to 3.85%
20 May 2025

The central bank has revealed its cash rate target at the third Monetary Policy Board meeting of 2025.

More relief on the horizon as 0.25% rate cut expected
20 May 2025

Commentators have unanimously agreed that the central bank will continue to ease interest rates, with the official cash rate set to drop to levels not seen since mid-2023.

Consumers prepare to leverage rate cut to boost finances
20 May 2025

Data from Commonwealth Bank (CBA) has revealed that following the February rate cut, some customers adjusted direct debit payments, putting some extra cash in their pockets.

NAB and Urbanise partner to streamline strata payments
20 May 2025

Strata managers and property owners will soon enjoy faster, simpler payments with a new integration between NAB and Urbanise.

Commercial property investing 101: What you need to know to get started
20 May 2025

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that most people overestimate what they need to be happy and that can lead them down a path of unnecessary financial risk.

10-year boom: 1 in 3 homes across Australia now worth over $1m
20 May 2025

Over a third of Australian homes now top $1 million in value, turning a once-luxury price point into the norm even in regional areas, deepening affordability challenges and locking many out ...

Home ownership dreams strained by cost and stress
19 May 2025

Australian home buyers face emotional and financial stress, with many pressured to overspend and encountering hidden issues post-purchase.

Brokers optimistic despite business challenges ahead
19 May 2025

Commercial brokers are helping clients manage cash flow, access capital, and plan growth despite ongoing cost pressures and uncertainty.

Aussie unveils new bridging loan
19 May 2025

In a partnership with Bridgit, the new product aims to address a growing demand for bridging finance.

Lender investment appetite strong despite global uncertainty
19 May 2025

Despite global economic uncertainty, lenders are still eager to finance Australian real estate.

Spending trends shift as renters outpace home owners
19 May 2025

Renters led annual household spending growth in April, with modest overall gains showing a cautious consumer recovery across Australia.

Owing the ATO just got way more expensive
19 May 2025

In the wake of the COVID-19 era, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) adopted a lenient stance toward small businesses with GST, PAYG tax, and income tax obligations. However, this period of ...

CBA’s KYC requirements: Following protocol or breaching privacy?
16 May 2025

The major bank is in the spotlight after a disgruntled customer came forward following an email threatening to suspend his banking access.

Borrowers more confident as home loan pressure eases
16 May 2025

Australians are feeling more confident about buying property as interest rates drop and financial pressures on households begin to ease.

Workforce data unlikely to sway RBA from rate cut
16 May 2025

The latest ABS data on Australia’s jobs and wages will likely be put on the backburner for the central bank as commentators still expect another rate cut for the May meeting.