Property
When you should consider consulting a property agent and what they can do for you
7 May
Seeking professional advice when looking to buy a property is an important step, especially if you’re new to the market or dealing with complex situations. Here are some key instances when you should consider consulting a property agent and...[Read More]
Consumers hang tough despite echoes of COVID headwinds
7 May
Australian consumers are showing resilience in the face of rising interest rates, fuel prices and other costs, according to credit agency data. Despite the headwinds, strong momentum in consumer activity in the first quarter of 2026 had provided a...[Read More]
PM rubbishes budget tax speculation as home prices slow
6 May
Tax changes in the upcoming budget are designed to help young people own a home, the prime minister says, as a downturn in Australia’s largest property markets gathers steam. Asked about reported changes to negative gearing and the capital gains...[Read More]
Worse to come as oil crisis adds fuel to rate-pain fire
30 April
Australia’s headline inflation rate has climbed to a two-and-a-half year high due to the Iran war but Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns the worst is yet to come. The jump in the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ annual consumer price index, to 4.6 per...[Read More]
Saving for the future
30 April
In an era where the allure of instant gratification is stronger than ever, the art of saving money seems to be fading into the background. Yet, the truth remains: most of us have aspirations that extend beyond our immediate reach, be it a new car,...[Read More]
Financial security: key strategies to safeguard your financial future
23 April
Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly. Protecting yourself against financial disaster means...[Read More]
Preparing your home for retirement – Start 10 years early
9 April
Retirement is often imagined as a time of freedom, comfort and enjoying the lifestyle you’ve worked hard to build. But one area that is often overlooked in retirement planning is your home. Where you live—and how well it suits your future...[Read More]
The ‘huge’ health benefits of walkable towns
8 April
Living within walking distance of the shops might seem trivial but for regional Australians, it could be the path to a longer, healthier life. Residents in well-connected regional towns walk about 75 minutes more a week than those in less walkable...[Read More]
Building the right team when buying an investment property
2 April
Purchasing an investment property is a major financial decision. For many Australians, it involves committing significant capital, taking on long-term debt, and relying on the property to help build wealth over time. Investment properties can...[Read More]
The RBA conflict that could decide its next rates call
2 April
A conflict at the heart of the Reserve Bank’s mandate could determine the outcome of its next interest rates decision. Minutes from the central bank’s March meeting published on Tuesday revealed a split between the five members who voted for a...[Read More]
Major capital home prices slip in two-speed market
2 April
Australia’s two largest property markets could be entering a downturn as rising inflation and interest rates squeeze prospective buyers. But while the Middle East conflict will take some steam out of price growth, Australia’s chronic undersupply...[Read More]
Fuel relief may not be enough to help stressed budgets
1 April
Households already under pressure from higher interest rates will still face a cost wall of elevated fuel prices, despite government efforts to take some of the heat out. Two of Australia’s biggest banks have recorded spikes in spending at petrol...[Read More]
Calm before storm: RBA braces for spikes and hikes
26 March
A slight easing in Australia’s headline inflation rate before the Iran war will do little to ease the Reserve Bank’s fears, as economists expect price growth to bounce back with a vengeance in March. Consumer prices rose 3.7 per cent in the 12...[Read More]
Three more rate hikes tipped as prices begin to rise
26 March
Mortgage holders could face as many as three interest rate hikes by Christmas, according to money markets, as concerns mount over the Iran war’s impact on inflation. Rates traders upped their predictions on Friday, pricing in almost 75 more basis...[Read More]
What to consider when buying an investment property
19 March
Property investment has long been seen as a way to build wealth over time. For many investors, the goal is twofold: to benefit from the long-term growth in the property’s value while also generating rental income along the way. While the idea may...[Read More]