SA to face High Court if bank tax goes ahead

The major Australian banks will take the South Australian Government to the High Court if it introduce their proposed bank tax.

Perth leasing figures starting to increase

REIWA, Western Australia’s real estate institution, have released June leasing activity figures showing that while activity is more subdued than the March quarter, levels have risen six per cent since June 2016.

Is this the end of affordable property?

As million dollar listings increase, there has been a significant reduction in the proportion of sales occurring below $400,000 across Australia.

What happens if I don't pay my credit card bill on time?

Failing to pay your credit card bill will have consequences, and they will only get more severe (and more expensive) as time goes on.

Low level wage growth continues in Australia

Wage growth is up - but at an historically low rate - across both the public and private sector, according to the latest information from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Big changes coming for competition laws

These amendments will provide “greater protections for small businesses and more choice for consumers by boosting innovation and opening new markets”.

Almost half of Sydney houses sold for $1 million or more

Good news for those looking to sell property, with million-dollar house sales at record highs (and not just in Sydney and Melbourne).

Ian Narev announces retirement as CBA CEO

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) have released a statement announcing the retirement of CEO Ian Narev at the end of the 2018 financial year.

What is a principal and interest home loan?

Home loan repayments are either made on a ‘principal and interest’ basis or they are paid by ‘interest-only’ instalments.

ACCC cracking down on car industry

The draft report illustrates an urgent need to address widespread issues, with the ACCC receiving more than 10,000 complaints over the last two years.