Property
Reserve Bank hikes cash rate to 2.35%
Aussie homeowners with a mortgage are in for yet another round of repayment increases following the RBA decision to lift interest rates by a further 50 basis points at its September board meeting.
How to refinance your home loan for a better interest rate
With interest rates likely to rise again when the RBA meets on Tuesday, here's how to refinance your home loan to lock in a lower rate.
Asbestos exposure the hidden cost of DIY boom
Having asbestos removed by a licensed professional can cost up to $50 a square metre. It's a small price to pay given the risks of doing it yourself.
Top eight regional cities for property investors
Looking to invest in property? Here are eight regional cities where it's easy to find a tenant, rents are likely to rise, and prices are expected to bounce back sooner.
What is a rate lock fee and how it could save you money
Buying a home in this market could mean multiple interest rate hikes before settlement. A rate lock could save you thousands, but how does it work?
How much of your income should you spend on your mortgage?
One rule of thumb says you shouldn't spend more than 30% of your income on housing, but does that hold true in times of high house prices and soaring interest rates?
How to brighten up your home on a budget
Need to inject some light into a drab property? Here are some expert renovation tips to brighten your home on a budget.
How to avoid capital gains tax when selling property
For most of us, the most valuable asset we own is our family home, so does that mean that you have to pay CGT when you sell your house?
How to sell your house in a cooling market
With some markets starting to favour buyers, here's how owners looking to sell can make sure they're getting the best possible price.
Fourth straight RBA hike pushes cash rate to six-year high
The official cash rate has hit the highest point it's been since April 2016 following the RBA's decision to increase rates by 50 basis points to 1.85%.
