Property
Resistance training on a budget? Tips to build a home gym
22 May
While most people are aware of the importance of regular aerobic exercise, the significance of resistance training (aka weight or strength training) is often overlooked. It’s recommended that adults engage in at least two 20- to 30-minute...[Read More]
Borrowers rejoice as rates cut amid ‘uncertain’ times
22 May
A “dovish” Reserve Bank has cut interest rates to their lowest level in two years and raised hopes of more mortgage relief on the way for borrowers. Fears over what Donald Trump’s tariffs could do to the Australian economy dominated the RBA...[Read More]
Eviction rules and pet rights change in rental shake-up
22 May
Landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants without good cause, marking the end of no-grounds evictions, a reform designed to provide security for millions of renters. The reform came into effect on Monday, alongside two other key changes...[Read More]
Hopes AI can help provide lifeline for housing crisis
21 May
Researchers hope talking to maps may help them find the answers needed to solve Australia’s housing crisis. In an effort to tackle a multi-front crisis, a cutting-edge government-backed housing analytics lab will open in Sydney on Monday. Studying...[Read More]
Mind the gap: $1 million homes driving up wealth divide
21 May
Young Australians are increasingly becoming locked out of home ownership as property values exceeding $1 million become the norm. More than a third of homes nationally are valued at $1 million or higher, research by property analytics firm CoreLogic...[Read More]
Understanding debt recycling – transform bad debt into good debt
15 May
Debt recycling is a financial strategy that can help you transform bad debt into good debt, boosting your wealth and enhancing your financial future. This article explains the concept, its benefits, risks, and how it might apply to your specific...[Read More]
Home maintenance tips to stay ahead – especially before winter hits
15 May
Staying on top of home maintenance is crucial to prevent small issues from becoming costly repairs. Before winter arrives, it’s particularly important to ensure your home is safe, warm, and weather-resistant. A little effort now can save you...[Read More]
Winter is coming: general insurance tips to help you prepare
15 May
As the winter months approach, many Australians brace for colder temperatures, heavier rains, and in some regions, wild weather events like storms and floods. While you may be busy checking your heating system or swapping your summer wardrobe for...[Read More]
‘Really attractive’: subsidies to charge battery boom
15 May
Battery installers are bracing for a busy period as households and businesses jump on Labor’s election promise to discount energy storage. Thirty per cent off the up-front price of batteries was a signature pledge of the returning Albanese...[Read More]
More households want to go full electric but lack spark
14 May
More than one in three households are considering upgrading to electricity-only to save money and the environment, a study has found, and the number of people resisting the switch has fallen. But many Australians remain confused about efficiency...[Read More]
Unlocking the Value of Your Home Loan: The Importance of Refinancing
8 May
For many, a home loan is one of the largest financial commitments they’ll ever make. Yet, it’s not something most people revisit often enough. Whether you’re paying off credit cards, dreaming of a kitchen renovation, or wondering if your...[Read More]