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Finance 06 AUG 2019

Major bank reveals new feature for struggling borrowers

One major bank has revealed its plans to launch a "compassionate" feature into its suite of mortgage products.

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Finance 06 AUG 2019

Rate call revealed, will the cost of your mortgage drop?

The RBA has revealed its cash rate call for the month, here's what it means for you and your mortgage.

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Finance 06 AUG 2019

REVEALED: The RBA’s rate decision for August

Mortgages are getting cheaper and cheaper as the Reserve Bank of Australia continues to cut the official cash rate....

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Finance 06 AUG 2019

Revealed: Predictions for today’s cash rate decision

The Reserve Bank is set to hand down its cash rate call for the month today, after consecutive cuts have prompted a...

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Hotspots 05 AUG 2019

Homes from 1980s present profitable renovation opportunities: expert

As major property markets approach the bottom of the cycle, an increase in the supply of old homes will present unique...

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Finance 02 AUG 2019

Surprise taxes could apply to retirees paying off property in one hit

Property investors holding homes in their superannuation should be aware that it’s about to become harder to pay off...

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Finance 31 JUL 2019

More lenders loosen loan terms for borrowers

The crowd of lenders who are easing their loan serviceability terms has grown again this week.

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Tax & Legal 29 JUL 2019

Massive property tax crackdown sees $1 billion recovered

The federal government recently launched a major crackdown on capital gains tax payments, resulting in $1 billion in...

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Finance 29 JUL 2019

Where investors are finding cheap mortgages in 2019

Investors and owner-occupiers are both reaping the rewards of rate cuts and changes to mortgage assessments, new data...

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Finance 26 JUL 2019

Banks are ‘forensically’ watching property investors’ spending

If you’re looking to access more finance this financial year, you should be aware of some key red flags for lenders...

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Tax & Legal 24 JUL 2019

The devil in the details for investors chasing depreciation benefits

Even the smartest investors may be surprised to find out exactly what items are eligible for tax deductions.

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Finance 23 JUL 2019

The $8 billion tax cash splash and what it means for property values

Australians are cashing in on the federal government’s tax cuts and handouts. Here’s what it means for local...

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Finance 23 JUL 2019

Cheaper and easier mortgages: A wrap of the big lending changes this month

In response to the cash rate cut and adjustments from the banking regulator, there has been a spate of changes to the...

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Finance 23 JUL 2019

Investors win as major bank undercuts competitors with loan changes

NAB has undercut some of its competitors with changes to its mortgage serviceability terms, making it easier for buyers...

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Finance 19 JUL 2019

Major bank joins spate of lenders changing mortgage terms

One of the nation’s biggest lenders has adjusted its loan serviceability conditions in response to guidance from the...

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Finance 18 JUL 2019

New bank hits the market, set to offer home loans

One lender has been granted a full banking licence in Australia, and is eyeing the home loan market.

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Finance 17 JUL 2019

Lenders undercut the big four banks with new loan terms

In response to APRA easing its guidelines on loan serviceability, two non-major banks have changed their mortgage...

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Tax & Legal 16 JUL 2019

$300k and lower taxes: How older Aussies are using property to boost their savings

Older Australians are taking advantage of a government scheme that allows them to boost their retirement income...

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Finance 15 JUL 2019

How to save $47k in interest payments on your mortgage

A non-major lender has revealed new modelling that shows how Australians with a moderate mortgage can save up to...

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Finance 15 JUL 2019

Another major bank changes loan conditions

In response to new guidance from the banking regulator, another one of the big four banks has adjusted its loan...

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Finance 12 JUL 2019

Now is the time to review your loan arrangement, investors told

Those property investors with property in their superannuation should review their arrangements in light of current...

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Finance 12 JUL 2019

Must-knows about keeping your credit score healthy

A healthy credit score can be the difference between securing a loan and being rejected, but many property investors...

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Finance 12 JUL 2019

Big name lenders begin to loosen loan buffers

One of the major banks has updated its assessment policy for loan serviceability in response to the banking...

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Finance 11 JUL 2019

Lenders cop it for ‘consistently failing’ consumers

Consumer credit insurance, which is often sold by lenders to borrowers when they take out a mortgage, has copped a...

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Finance 11 JUL 2019

Claiming big on rental deductions? Here's what you need to know

With 2019 tax time well underway, property investors are reminded of what they can and cannot claim – and what could...