first home buyer
December 26, 2025
A new year has a way of forcing the big questions to the surface. Should you finally buy? Keep renting? Or simply continue scrolling through […]
October 28, 2025
With the RBA’s Monetary Policy Board meeting coming up on 3–4 November 2025, here’s what we’re watching and how it might shape your mortgage, refinancing […]
October 22, 2025
For decades, the “Great Australian Dream” followed a familiar script. Work hard, save diligently, buy a modest first home in your 20s, and watch it […]
October 22, 2025
Few policies spark more debate than first-home buyer grants. To some, they’re a lifeline — a financial boost that turns the dream of homeownership into […]
September 25, 2025
The 40-year mortgage has arrived in Australia, sparking interest among buyers looking to ease financial pressure. But with every financial solution comes a trade-off. Let’s […]
September 8, 2025
In a major shift, lenders are now offering interest-only (IO) loans of up to 10 years for owner-occupiers. This is a significant extension from the […]
August 13, 2025
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has taken another step into the rate-cutting cycle, lowering the cash rate to 3.60% this month. This move, down […]
July 11, 2025
On 8 July 2025, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) caught markets off guard by holding the official cash rate steady at 3.85%, despite strong […]
July 8, 2025
Thinking you need a 20% deposit to buy your first home? Not anymore. Thanks to several updated government initiatives, eligible first-home buyers in 2025 can […]
