Latest home loan news and tips

What is rental yield? Rental yield is a simple way to measure how much money you’re making from an investment property compared to its value.

Property booms and market swings shape the case for property and shares Hot property markets and volatile share markets add extra intrigue as investors weigh

Housing markets losing momentum as they face stronger headwinds   The last quarter marked a clear shift in housing conditions, with growth continuing to slow and

When you’re looking for a good deal on a home loan, the interest rate matters. With the cash rate on the rise, even a small

Superannuation When it comes to tax-friendly investments, your super fund can offer great tax advantages for the savvy investor. Like salary sacrificing your pre-tax pay. Generally,

Buying a house is exciting and life changing. It all starts with saving for the deposit. Find out how much you’ll need to save and

What is cash flow? Cash flow is essentially your income minus your expenses over a period of time. You can measure your cash flow on

As the End of Financial Year approaches, it is an ideal time for property investors to pause, get organised and ensure their property portfolio is

When you have a mortgage, choosing between a fixed or variable loan can feel like a big financial decision, especially during a period of rising

Background There’s a rise in criminals calling, emailing or messaging people and pretending to be from the bank so that they can steal your money.

Lenders use your credit score (or credit rating) to decide whether to give you credit or lend you money. Knowing this can help you negotiate

If you’re thinking about buying a home in Australia right now, one of the first things a lender will look at is your loan serviceability.