Over the last few year we’ve seen an increase in activity amongst Australian property investors – including heavier gearing. In the September 2025 quarter, investors made up around two in every five new home loans, even as first homebuyer activity softened and property values continued to rise across much of the country. From 1 February […]
Refinancing is often talked about as an easy way to save money, unlock equity or improve your loan features. And sometimes, it is. But in practice, we regularly see Australians refinance with good intentions — only to end up paying more than expected, or missing out on better options because key details were overlooked. If […]
The Australian lending landscape is shifting as we head into 2026. With recent lender moves on fixed rate pricing, many borrowers, investors, first-home buyers and brokers are asking a key question: “Should you lock in a fixed rate loan before 2026?” Over recent months, several lenders have moved fixed interest rates higher. At the same […]
Leading into the summer months is the perfect time to look at how to increase rental yield on your investment property. Warmer weather brings higher demand for rentals, especially in blue-chip suburbs near the beach. If the lease for your investment property is ending soon, that’s ideal. This time of year is when people are looking […]
Most people realise that to get good at something, you need to practice. Sometimes, you need to practice a lot. In the workplace, we didn’t just turn up on day one and become experts overnight. Yet when it comes to learning how to make an offer on a property, people think they can simply walk into a […]
Buying a home is one of the most exciting and stressful moments in life. For most Australians, finance is the make-or-break factor. Yet one of the most misunderstood parts of the process is figuring out the difference between pre-approval vs approval (also known as full approval, or unconditional approval). So to help us navigate this, […]
If you’re wondering about how to buy your first investment property, the chances are that you realise property can be a great wealth creation tool. Maybe you’ve been hearing about friends or colleagues building wealth through real estate. Maybe you’ve noticed your home has grown in value since you bought it and wondered if you […]
Buying your first home is one of the biggest financial steps you’ll ever take. It’s a complex process that most people don’t fully understand until they have to go through it. Did you know that if you’re a first home buyer, there’s a first home buyer scheme, along with other benefits you can take advantage […]
If you’ve been feeling the cost of living pressure recently, you’re not alone and it’s something that is very real. The big question is, how has it been affecting budgets, borrowing and loan approvals? Here’s what it means for you and how lenders are responding. What Is the Cost of Living Pressure? Every monthly bill adds up. […]
Ever wondered why wealthy property investors rarely sell and yet somehow seem to keep being able to find money to buy more? One of the reasons is related to how they deal with Capital Gains Tax. But what is Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and what does it have to do with growing a property portfolio? […]