Brokers report non-major banks growing in popularity

A rising number of home loan applications have been submitted to non-major banks indicating Aussie appetite for mortgage lenders outside of the big four may be rising, according to findings from the latest Broker Pulse survey.

Loans to help you aim for net-zero emissions in your own home

You may be wondering how you can finance reducing your household emissions to better benefit the environment. This is where a green home loan may come in handy this November.

How much would it cost to live in a celebrity home?

When it comes to the lifestyles of the rich and famous, we can’t help but wonder just how they spend on their enviable homes, or how much the mortgage repayments would be on those massive price tags.

Federal Government commits to increased funding to electric vehicle infrastructure

Australians considering making the move to purchasing an electric vehicle have been provided with even more support, with the Morrison Government revealing a significant financial boost to its investment in charging infrastructure.

Home loan cashback deals for November 2021

If higher interest rates may be in the future for homeowners, what can everyday Aussies do to ensure their home loan is competitive? It may be worth exploring some of the cash back offers available in November 2021.

ABA shakes up hardship rules, introduces savings buffer

The Australian Banking Association has announced a revamp of its hardship support guidelines, as the rate of customers seeking hardship assistance falls across the nation.

Branches and ATMs on the decline as Aussies move away from cash

Access to face-to-face points of contact, such as bank branches and ATMs, fell in the last financial year, as COVID-19 strikes another nail in the coffin of cash. ANZ ditched nearly half of its ATMs and closed 1 in 5 branches.

CBA cuts popular savings rates for 7th time since the RBA cut

Australia’s largest bank, CBA, has today cut rates on its popular savings accounts. The RBA has not moved the cash rate since 3 November 2020, however, the bank has made seven cuts to its GoalSaver and NetBank Saver since then.

How to keep your rental costs low in 2021

Struggling to juggle the cost of rental prices with the added financial stress of COVID-related restrictions and lockdowns? There are options available to you to potentially lower your rental costs in 2021.

Buy now, pay later vs. credit cards: which should you choose?

Whether you’re a young Australian looking for your best option to gain access to credit, or a long-time credit card user wondering what the fuss is about BNPL services, let’s explore the benefits and risks of both options.