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Be aware online! The scams to watch in 2023
New figures released by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission showed that Australians lost $3.1bn to scams in 2022 – with the real figure thought to be far greater, with people too embarrassed to report losses. Earlier this year, we covered some of the most common scams around – and...
RBA attempts to beat back inflation with another rate hike, up to 4.10%
Drumroll … The RBA has hiked the official cash rate for the 12th time since April 2022, increasing it to 4.10%. How much will this increase your monthly repayments? And how long does Philip Lowe plan to keep marching to this beat? Another month, another 25 basis point cash rate rise. It’s now...
Why more Aussies are turning their backs on the McMansion
Australians are increasingly “thinking small” when it comes to buying a home and cracking the property market. And with perks like affordability, more desirable locations, and lower maintenance, it’s little wonder why. Many Australians are crossing the McMansion off their wish list in favour of...
Five things you need to know from the 2023 Federal Budget
The 2023 Federal Budget was announced last week, and it provided some interesting items for first home buyers, single parents and those who are feeling the pinch of the current cost of living crisis. Here’s what you need to know. Parents get a boost There was good news for parents in the Budget,...
Is the property market starting to rebound?
Navigating the Australian property market over the past year has felt like standing on shifting sands. But is the market starting to regain stability? And if so, what can you do now to make sure you’re ready to buy? Anyone with an eye on the property and finance market over the past few years has...
