What's the difference between banks and non-bank lenders?

Banks, credit unions and building societies are all vying for Australian home loan borrowers business, but which one is best?

Athena Home Loans slashes mortgage rates to 1.89%

In a time when home loan lenders are hiking interest rates left, right and centre, Athena Home Loans has bucked the trend by slashing its variable home loan rate to a low of 1.89%.

Number of suburbs with house values over $1m revealed

If property prices in your neighbourhood seem to be climbing higher and higher, you’re not alone. Over 300 Australian suburbs joined the growing list of areas with median house values of over $1 million, making the Great Australian Dream out of reach for many first home buyers.

What are some NBN alternatives for home internet?

Whether you’ve not been satisfied with your NBN speed, or your home is not yet in a location with appropriate infrastructure to support the NBN, it’s worth exploring some alternatives to the NBN for your home internet. 

Do you need a phone line for the NBN?

In the age of mobile phones, if you’re looking to sign up to an NBN plan you may be wondering if you need a phone line to connect. Short answer, no. You should not need a home phone to connect to the NBN.

How to check if the NBN is available for your address

Whether you’ve recently moved home or you’re contemplating updating your home internet, you’re probably wondering whether the NBN is available at your address. Thankfully, finding out is easier than you think!

Homeowners almost 4-years ahead on mortgage repayments

Homeowners across Australia are almost four years ahead on their home loan repayments on average, thanks to low interest rates and forced-savings habits from COVID-19.

Recovering from your buy now, pay later Christmas hangover

If you, like many Australians, have paid for your Christmas shopping through buy now, pay later platforms, you may find yourself with one or more repayments you’re now struggling to manage.

How to gain home loan approval in 2022

You’ve done the hard work of saving up for a deposit for a property, only to discover the work isn’t over come mortgage application time. There are a number of steps you may take to increase your likelihood for mortgage approval in 2022.

Engaged over Christmas? How to finance your dream wedding

The holidays are one of the most popular seasons for engagements, and if you’ve recently popped the question or said ‘yes’ to your loved one, you may be looking for information on how to pay for your dream wedding.