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Feb 03

Cash rate update for February 2026

By afg_admin News, RBA Updates

As widely predicted, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased the cash rate by 0.25% at today's meeting. The current cash rate now sits at 3.85%. This month’s decision reflects the RBA’s commitment to restoring price stability, with the latest data indicating: Headline (annual) inflation has risen to 3.8%…

Jan 21

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How Boost to Buy Helps Queensland First Home Buyers 2026

Queensland’s Boost to Buy Shared Equity Scheme Explained: How First Home Buyers Can Enter the Market in 2026

By marketing@top4.com.au Buying My First Home, News, Refinancing My Home Loan

Buying your first home is a significant milestone, but it can also be a daunting and expensive process, especially with Queensland's rising property prices. However, the Boost to Buy Queensland first home buyers 2026 initiative offers a practical solution for those struggling to enter the market. This shared equity scheme…

Jan 08

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How to Choose the Right Investment Property in Queensland

By marketing@top4.com.au News

How to Choose the Right Investment Property in Queensland Choosing an investment in property in Queensland can be a profitable opportunity, but it demands thorough consideration and preparation. Whether you're investing for the first time or aiming to grow your portfolio, picking the right property is key to long-term success.…

Dec 29

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First Home Buyers in 2026: What the New Rules Mean for You in Central Queensland

By marketing@top4.com.au Buying My First Home

If you’re a first home buyer in Central Queensland, 2026 has started with some of the most buyer-friendly conditions I’ve seen in my 25 years as a mortgage specialist. The changes introduced from October 2025 are now fully in effect, and they’ve removed several of the biggest barriers that previously…

Dec 09

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Cash rate update for December 2025

By afg_admin News, RBA Updates

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced a hold on the cash rate of 3.60% at today's meeting. The RBA's decision this month reflects its ongoing cautious approach as it works to balance inflation control with supporting employment. The latest data shows: Headline (annual) inflation has risen to 3.8%…

Nov 27

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Welcome to the Summer 2025 edition of Haven

By afg_admin Home Lifestyle Tips, News

Welcome to the Summer edition of Haven. As we settle into another busy festive season, this edition explores some big ideas shaping the way we live - both in how we build our homes and how we enjoy them. We investigate prefabricated and modular housing, a concept that could hold…

Nov 10

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The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home: What You Should Expect

By marketing@top4.com.au Buying My First Home

With 25 years in the mortgage and home‑buyer space in Queensland, I’ve seen many buyers focus on the deposit and the loan, but overlook the “extra” costs that sneak up on you. In this article, I’ll walk you through the hidden costs of buying a home so you’re fully prepared and…

Nov 04

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Cash rate update for November 2025

By afg_admin News

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced a hold on the cash rate of 3.60% at today’s meeting. This outcome reflects the RBA’s cautious and measured approach in balancing inflation control with employment objectives. The latest data indicates: Inflation: Headline consumer price index (CPI) rose to 3.2% in September…

Oct 01

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First Home Buyers: How the October 2025 Changes Affect You in Rockhampton

By marketing@top4.com.au News

If you've been saving for a home in Rockhampton but feeling like your deposit is growing slower than property prices, I've got some genuinely exciting news for you. On October 1st, 2025, the Australian Government made the biggest changes to the Home Guarantee Scheme since it launched. In my 25+…

Sep 30

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Cash rate update for September 2025

By afg_admin News, RBA Updates

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced a hold on the cash rate of 3.60% at today's meeting. This outcome reflects the RBA's cautious and measured approach in balancing inflation control with employment objectives. The latest data indicates: Inflation: Monthly CPI indicator rose to 3.0% annually in August 2025…

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Cash rate update for February 2026

Queensland’s Boost to Buy Shared Equity Scheme Explained: How First Home Buyers Can Enter the Market in 2026

How to Choose the Right Investment Property in Queensland

First Home Buyers in 2026: What the New Rules Mean for You in Central Queensland

Cash rate update for December 2025

Welcome to the Summer 2025 edition of Haven

The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home: What You Should Expect

Cash rate update for November 2025

First Home Buyers: How the October 2025 Changes Affect You in Rockhampton

Cash rate update for September 2025

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