RBA Raises Cash Rate to 4.6%: What It Means for Mortgage Holders and Buyers. For the fourth time this year, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has raised the cash rate, increasing it by 0.25 percentage points to 4.6%. Today’s increase adds further pressure to household budgets already stretched by higher living costs. The decision
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Spring is traditionally the busiest time of the year in the property world. More sellers tend to list their properties during this season, when gardens are looking their best and pleasant weather makes weekend open homes and moving house easier. Many families also like to purchase in spring so that they can settle into their
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It’s been a challenging few months for property investors. Changes to negative gearing and the capital gains tax (CGT) discount have fundamentally shifted the landscape for investors and prompted many to rethink their purchasing plans. From 1 July 2027, negative gearing for residential property investments will be limited to new builds, while the 50 per
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Many homeowners have a rough idea of what their property is worth, but fewer understand how the equity they’ve built up could support future financial goals. Whether you’re considering renovations, upgrading, purchasing an investment property or simply exploring your options, understanding equity can be an important starting point. Let’s take a closer look at how
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