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Nov 02

Monthly Winner for November 2021

By Competitions, News
Congrats to our November Winner – Courtney wins a $500 Bunnings voucher! We appreciate your feedback, that’s why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank-you gift. This month’s winner is Courtney, and she’s…
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Nov 02

November cash rate remains unchanged at 0.10%

By News, RBA Updates
While Melbourne Cup Day often brings a surprise, the Reserve Bank's decision on the official cash rate earlier today contained no surprises, with confirmation the rate will remain at 0.10%. In line with previous commentary, the RBA has confirmed the view that it won't be rushing into a rate hike,…
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Oct 07

Monthly Winner for October 2021

By Competitions, News
Congrats to our October Winner – Arthur wins a $500 Bunnings voucher! We appreciate your feedback, that’s why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank-you gift. This month’s winner is Arthur, and he’s…
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Oct 06

APRA tightens home loan rules

By News
Today, the Australian banking regulator APRA announced a recommendation for Australian banks to increase their home loan serviceability buffer from 2.50% to 3.00% in a bid to reduce the amount of money Australian's can borrow for a home loan. Currently, we're seeing record low home loan rates, and although you…
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Oct 05

October cash rate remains unchanged at 0.10%

By News, RBA Updates
At its monthly meeting today, the Reserve Bank has again confirmed the official cash rate will remain at 0.10%. Concerns continue to be expressed that record low interest rates are fuelling a housing boom, increasingly putting property ownership out of the reach of many prospective first home buyers and placing…
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Sep 02

Monthly Winner for September 2021

By Competitions, News
Congrats to our September Winner - Bianca wins a $500 Bunnings voucher! We appreciate your feedback, that’s why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank-you gift. This month’s winner is Bianca, and she's…
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Aug 19

On the up and up

By Finance Help, News
13 tips to trading up in a hot property market. Climbing the property ladder can be a tricky manoeuvre in boom times but there are some simple steps to put you ahead of the pack. 1. Sell then buy, or buy then sell? It's an age-old dilemma but you need…
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Aug 19

Heading for the hills

By Finance Help, News
Younger Australians are striking out in the regions. Where are the hotspots and could it be right for you? People have turned their backs on capital cities in record numbers during the past year, seeking a simpler and cheaper life in regional Australia. COVID-19 has not only unshackled workers from…
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