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No Christmas rate cut – could rates rise in 2026?
Not so long ago plenty of economists were tipping a fresh round of rate cuts in 2026. But the picture’s not so clear anymore. There’s even talk of possible rate hikes next year. Here’s how you can prepare.
11.12.25 08:26 AM - Comment(s)
2% deposit scheme ‘Help to Buy’ launches
Imagine being able to buy your own home with just a $12,000 deposit. That’s what the federal government’s new Help to Buy shared equity scheme can offer. But there are some pros and cons to be aware of. Let’s take a look.
04.12.25 11:30 AM - Comment(s)
Why now may be the time to buy a rental property
2025 has been a big year for property investors. But the rapid growth of investment lending has fuelled speculation about a possible crackdown on loans to property investors. We explain what’s happening, and why it might be worth considering bringing forward your plans.
27.11.25 09:15 AM - Comment(s)
5-year goal: 1-in-3 Gen Zs planning to buy a first home
Gen Z may be known for being tech savvy, but they’re also showing their smarts when it comes to home buying, with a surprisingly large number preparing to buy their first home before the end of the decade. Here’s how Gen Zs are making their home-buying plans happen.
20.11.25 09:06 AM - Comment(s)
Australian home owners focus on paying down debt
To save or to pay down your home loan, that is the question. Ok, so it’s not Shakespearean levels of contemplation – but it’s still a big decision facing many Australian families right now. Let’s take a look at what the majority of home owners are leaning toward.
13.11.25 08:30 AM - Comment(s)