Take the heat off rate hike fears with these 4 tips for buyers

Take the heat off rate hike fears with these 4 tips for buyers

Have recent rate hikes made you nervous about taking the plunge into the property market? You’re not alone; it’s a buyer’s market for a reason. Here’s how to stay cool and calm when buying your next property.  As you’ve probably seen in the news, the Reserve Bank of...
How to prepare for a fixed-rate mortgage cliff

How to prepare for a fixed-rate mortgage cliff

Do you have a fixed-rate mortgage contract that’s coming to an end soon? It can be a stressful time, particularly with rate rise news dominating the headlines. So today we’ve got some tips for a smooth transition. Like many Australians, you may have taken advantage of...
RBA hikes the cash rate for the ninth time in a row, to 3.35%

RBA hikes the cash rate for the ninth time in a row, to 3.35%

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kicked off 2023 by increasing the cash rate a further 25 basis points to 3.35%. How much will this rate hike increase your mortgage repayments in 2023, and how high is the cash rate expected to go? This is the ninth rate hike by...
Advantages and disadvantages of paying off your car loan early

Advantages and disadvantages of paying off your car loan early

A car loan is a great way to purchase a vehicle when you don’t have all the money to pay for the car upfront. However, if you are getting ahead on your savings and potentially want to pay off your car ahead of time, there are a few things to consider. We’ve pulled...
Top commercial property predictions for 2023

Top commercial property predictions for 2023

After a year that saw both rents and values across the commercial property sector continue to grow, 2023 is shaping up well with a range of opportunities for investors according to Ray White. Here are the top five predictions for commercial property in 2023 from Ray...