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We’ve all been watching interest rates rise steadily over the last couple of years. Sure, they’re on the way down now, but many homeowners are still feeling the pressure and there’s a group that’s been hit especially hard: new mortgage holders. A recent analysis by PropTrack has put some eye-watering numbers behind what we already…
Warren Buffett is obviously incredibly successful. He’s probably the most successful investor of modern times, having built his wealth long-term to over US $136 billion, making him one of the richest men in America. Let’s check out 10 intelligent and inspiring lessons and quotes on investing from one of the world’s wealthiest people. 1. One…
While mortgage arrears have risen from record lows, the portion of borrowers falling behind on their repayments remains well below 2% of the Australian loan book. APRA data measuring the proportion of borrowers who are overdue or impaired on their mortgage repayments ticked slightly higher through the March quarter, from 1.64% in Q4 2024 to 1.68%…
How often have you thought to yourself, if only I had more money, life would be that much simpler? Do you feel like you never have enough? Are you constantly spending your salary the day it lands in your account and then eagerly waiting for the next payday so your stocks are replenished and you…
You listed your property, you had high hopes… but instead of popping champagne, you’re left with crickets. No sale. No offers. Maybe a few lowballers trying their luck. Sound familiar? First off, don’t panic. In today’s market — where buyer confidence can be fragile, interest rates are bouncing, and media headlines are doomscroll central —…
If you thought the Australian property market might take a breather after the boom of recent years, think again. Two recent reports — from Ray White and PropTrack — show that not only is Sydney barrelling towards a $2 million median house price, but more and more suburbs across the country are joining the million-dollar…
Australia’s investor market is making a comeback and in typical fashion, it’s not happening where the headlines are the loudest. The latest Mortgage Insights report from Money.com.au reveals a sharp uptick in investor lending across most states. But what’s really interesting is how investor activity is shifting state-by-state and what this tells us about future…
Every time the migration debate flares up in Australia, the focus seems to land on rental shortages, infrastructure pressures, and overburdened services. But if that’s all you’re seeing, you’re missing the bigger picture. Because migration isn’t just about borders or bureaucracy, it’s fundamentally about human freedom. People don’t uproot their lives lightly. Migration is a…
Despite the affordability crisis, rising interest rates, and intense competition, first home buyers are still diving into the Australian property market in droves. But they’re not doing so because they feel ready, they’re doing it because they’re scared not to. The Finder First Home Buyer Report 2025 reveals a worrying mix of emotional urgency, financial…
In a striking shift that highlights how dynamic Australia’s property markets can be, Perth’s median home value has overtaken Melbourne’s for the first time in over a decade. According to the latest PropTrack Home Price Index (May 2025), Perth’s median now sits at $787,000, nudging past Melbourne’s $782,000 , a reversal of what many considered…
