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Borrowing soars: average loan up almost $100,000 in 12 months

By Michael Papadopoff | January 20, 2022

How much do you need to borrow to buy a typical Australian home these days? Well, the average loan size has increased dramatically over the past year – up almost $100,000.

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What was Australia’s top-selling vehicle in 2021?

By Michael Papadopoff | January 13, 2022

Some of us buy cars for work, others for play. So it’s no surprise that the top two cars in 2021 can do both. But which vehicle took the crown? Well, it was super close, so let’s have a look.

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Homeowners nearly four years ahead on their mortgage repayments

By Michael Papadopoff | January 13, 2022

Australian homeowners are loading up their offset accounts in record amounts, so much so that the average household is almost four years ahead on their mortgage payments.

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2022 forecast: places where housing prices aren’t slowing down

By Michael Papadopoff | January 5, 2022

National housing values grew 22.1% in 2021, and there are two capital cities and one region in particular that are not ready to slow down just yet. Can you guess where?

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Three (financial) New Year’s resolution ideas

By Michael Papadopoff | December 29, 2021

Cut calories, increase your steps, abstain from alcohol: each year we set ourselves some pretty lofty New Year’s resolutions, most of which are doomed to fail. So why not add a nice straightforward financial goal to the list this year?

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Season’s greetings! Here’s to a prosperous 2022!

By Michael Papadopoff | December 23, 2021

To all our terrific clients: thank you for your ongoing support and for being such wonderful, loyal clients. We hope you’re shifting into holiday mode and getting ready to relax and unwind (or looking forward to a few public holidays at least!).

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Up to 4,600 first home buyer guarantees back up for grabs

By Michael Papadopoff | December 16, 2021

Want to buy your first home with a deposit of just 5% and pay no lenders’ mortgage insurance? You could be in luck – the federal government will soon reissue up to 4,651 unused Home Guarantee Scheme spots.

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How many SMEs find it difficult to repay business loans?

By Michael Papadopoff | December 9, 2021

Ever thought about taking out a loan for your business but hesitated because you were worried about meeting your repayments? Don’t worry, it’s a common concern. But some promising data has just come out that might help you put those fears aside.

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Don’t drown in Buy Now Pay Later debt this Christmas

By Michael Papadopoff | December 9, 2021

Christmas is fast approaching and there’s a good chance you’ve started turning your attention to gifts for family and friends. But be careful this silly season: more than half of Buy Now Pay Later customers are struggling to pay day-to-day living expenses.

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FOMO factor: more Aussies looking to buy with mates or siblings

By Michael Papadopoff | December 2, 2021

Ever thought about buying a property with a friend or family member? You’re not the only one. The rising cost of property and FOMO has led to more than a quarter of Australians considering buying a property with a ‘non-traditional’ partner.

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