Rockhampton has been getting attention in recent years due to its rising property prices. While many parts of the country have experienced falling prices, Rockhampton and other regional towns in Queensland have seen a steady increase in property values. This article will explore the attraction of Rockhampton's property market, the…
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Mortgages: Latest News
Following a surprise increase last month, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) today again decided to increase the official cash rate by 0.25%. The decision to lift the official cash rate to 4.10% was promoted by the April Consumer Price Index increasing from 6.3% to 6.8% and concerns around the…
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Are you a "mortgage prisoner"? If you find yourself locked into a home loan with a particular bank and paying more than you should, you may be classified as a "mortgage prisoner." The term refers to borrowers who are unable to switch to a more favourable mortgage deal due to…
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Are you one of the estimated 800,000 Australians soon coming off a low, fixed-rate home loan, meaning a higher, variable rate is in your near future? We speak to a couple who found themselves looking down the barrel of this situation, bringing with it significant levels of mortgage stress. A…
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Are you one of the many homeowners who will soon be facing a rate hike as their fixed rate period comes to an end? If so, waiting until your fixed rate period ends and your loan reverts to a high variable rate can cost you big-time, with rate hikes of…
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Congrats to our May Winner – Madushika wins a $500 Good Guys gift 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 Madushika,…
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Following a pause last month, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) today decided to increase the official cash rate by 0.25% to 3.85%. Whilst headline inflation eased to 7% during the March quarter, it remains well beyond the RBA’s target range of 2-3%.
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With so many different types of loans available, it can be tough to know which one is right for us. In this article, we'll take a closer look at Standard Variable Loans and help you understand if they're the right choice for you. What Are Standard Variable Loans? A Standard…
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Are you confident that your current home loan is still the best fit for you? It's important to remember that circumstances change and what worked for you a few years ago might not be the optimal choice anymore. For example, interest rates may have fluctuated since you first acquired your…
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Is your fixed term interest rate about to expire? It can be difficult to know what your refinancing options are in the current climate. We understand that making financial decisions can be daunting, which is why we've taken the guesswork out of refinancing by explaining different loan types and what…
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