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Sounds of silence: how traffic noise can impact property values
‘Close to public transport’ is often touted as a plus for home buyers. But new research shows just how much close proximity to a busy …
5 fun (and budget-friendly) ideas for an Easter staycation
This Easter offers more than chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. It brings a rare mega-holiday, and if your budget doesn’t stretch to a trip …
Low cost renos to help keep your home cosy this autumn
It’s been a long, hot summer, but the seasons are shifting and it’s time to prepare for the cooler months ahead. A few simple improvements …
Was that the shortest property downturn ever?
The so-called market ‘downturn’ we saw over the last few months was a blink-and-you-miss-it affair. Home prices are once again on the up. We unpack …
Major change coming to mortgage rules for university grads
Good news for the three million Australians who have a student debt. New rules are on the cards that could soon increase their borrowing power …
RBA cuts the cash rate for the first time since 2020
Finally, a long-awaited reprieve for borrowers. The Reserve Bank of Australia has today cut the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.10%. How much …
The scheme that’s helped 193,000 Aussies buy a first home
If you’re in the market for a first home, there’s one scheme you should know about. It’s called the Home Guarantee Scheme, and it could …
What happens to my home loan if interest rates fall?
Great news for home owners – plenty of economists are tipping an RBA rate cut for February. Assuming it happens, once the celebrations have died …
The top 5 location turn-offs for Aussie home buyers
Ever spotted a bargain property and then thought to yourself: ‘What’s the catch?’ Well, more often than not there’s a good reason behind a lower-than-expected …
