Property
Understanding debt recycling ā transform bad debt into good debt
15 May
Debt recycling is a financial strategy that can help you transform bad debt into good debt, boosting your wealth and enhancing your financial future. This article explains the concept, its benefits, risks, and how it might apply to your specific...[Read More]
Home maintenance tips to stay ahead ā especially before winter hits
14 May
Staying on top of home maintenance is crucial to prevent small issues from becoming costly repairs.Ā Before winter arrives, itās particularly important to ensure your home is safe, warm, and weather-resistant. A little effort now can save you...[Read More]
Winter is coming: general insurance tips to help you prepare
14 May
As the winter months approach, many Australians brace for colder temperatures, heavier rains, and in some regions, wild weather events like storms and floods.Ā While you may be busy checking your heating system or swapping your summer wardrobe for...[Read More]
Jobs and wage data in focus ahead of interest rate call
14 May
Upcoming wages and unemployment data may have significant bearing on the Reserve Bankās closely watched interest rate decision. Domestic signals have taken somewhat of a back seat since US President Donald Trumpās tariff dump in early April. But...[Read More]
āReally attractiveā: subsidies to charge battery boom
14 May
Battery installers are bracing for a busy period as households and businesses jump on Laborās election promise to discount energy storage. Thirty per cent off the up-front price of batteries was a signature pledge of the returning Albanese...[Read More]
More households want to go full electric but lack spark
14 May
More than one in three households are considering upgrading to electricity-only to save money and the environment, a study has found, and the number of people resisting the switch has fallen. But many Australians remain confused about efficiency...[Read More]
Unlocking the Value of Your Home Loan: The Importance of Refinancing
8 May
For many, a home loan is one of the largest financial commitments theyāll ever make. Yet, itās not something most people revisit often enough. Whether youāre paying off credit cards, dreaming of a kitchen renovation, or wondering if your...[Read More]
AI in every room: why home appliances are getting smart
7 May
Lights flick on as you enter the hall, the air-conditioner has pre-chilled the lounge, the robot vacuum has cleaned up, and the fridge sends you a message to let you know your cheese is nearing its expiry date. The artificially intelligent fridge...[Read More]
Full steam ahead for cash rate cut as inflation settles
30 April
Interest rate relief could come within weeks after a higher than expected inflation print still fell within the Reserve Bankās target range. Underlying inflation fell to 2.9 per cent in the year to March and headline inflation held steady at 2.4...[Read More]
Bursting flexi-hoses lead to eye-watering damage bills
30 April
Worn and corroded flexi-hoses are a āticking time bomb under the sinkā causing millions of dollars in household water damage across Australia, a study warns. The average cost of a burst flexi-hose insurance claim is more than $27,500, a Suncorp...[Read More]
Saving for the future: building financial security
24 April
In an era where the allure of instant gratification is stronger than ever, the art of saving money seems to be fading into the background. Yet, the truth remains: most of us have aspirations that extend beyond our immediate reach, be it a new car,...[Read More]
Five budget-friendly home renovation ideas
24 April
Inspired to initiate home updates after watching some of the best home renovation shows on television and streaming sites? We canāt really fault you for getting all worked up, as thereās nothing quite as exciting as embarking on a home...[Read More]
Rate cut on horizon amid fears of more stock turmoil
23 April
Investors tormented by weeks of tariff turmoil will hope for a quiet return from Easter as mortgage holders eye a rate cut on the horizon. Stocks in Australia and the US have clawed back ground in the past fortnight after US President Donald Trump...[Read More]
Tariff turmoil triggers Reserve Bank inflation fears
16 April
The threat of Donald Trumpās tariffs loomed large over the Reserve Bank as it made the call to keep interest rates on hold, warning that US measures could lead to higher inflation. Minutes from the central bankās April 1 meeting, released on...[Read More]
āNo more billsā: why batteries may change energy market
16 April
Powering air conditioners in every room, a washing machine, clothes dryer, electric stove and other appliances used to cost Mamoon Reza more than $1200 every year, even with rooftop solar. When his family-of-four installed a battery in 2023,...[Read More]