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Spring selling season is here. What’s different in 2026?
Australia’s peak property season is underway, and spring 2026 is shaping up as a buyers’ market. Here’s what the experts say we can expect in

Could rates lift off again before Xmas? Here’s how to prepare
Several of the big banks have pivoted on their rate outlook, and are now predicting rate hikes (rather than no change or a fall) this

Could you spot a property scam? Spoiler alert: over 2 in 5 can’t
Property transactions involve big bucks – and that makes them a big target for scammers. With large sums of money at stake, we reveal what

The silver lining of a cooling property market for home owners
While rising prices were the talk of the town not so long ago, the tide has started to turn, with property values beginning to soften

What’s a competitive rate right now? Nearly 50 lenders offer variable rates below 6%
Great news! Homeowners can breathe a sigh of relief, with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) keeping the cash rate on hold in August. But

Was your offset account flagged in the ASIC investigation?
So it turns out some mortgage offset accounts haven’t been working as intended, according to a recent investigation. Here’s how to check if your home