May 18, 2026
What Is a Comparison Rate and Why It Matters More Than the Headline Rate
Why the comparison rate reveals what headline rates hide, and how to use it properly when comparing loans.
May 16, 2026
What You Need to Know Before Buying Property in Super
What SMSF property loans are, how LRBAs work, LVR limits, tax treatment, and the real costs involved.
May 14, 2026
Interest-Only Loans for Property Investors: Pros, Cons and the Catch
How interest-only investment loans work, what happens when the period ends, and how lenders actually assess them.
May 12, 2026
Pre-Approval vs Conditional Approval: What’s the Difference?
The real difference between pre-approval and conditional approval, and why it matters before you bid at auction.
May 10, 2026
What Is a Serviceability Buffer and How Does It Affect Your Borrowing Power?
How APRA's 3% serviceability buffer is calculated, who it affects most, and what you can do to improve your borrowing position.
May 9, 2026
RBA Hikes to 4.35%: Three Straight Rises Hit Australian Borrowers
The RBA's third consecutive hike lifts the cash rate to 4.35% as Sydney and Melbourne values fall.
May 9, 2026
Broker Notes #5: RBA Hikes to 4.35%, Three Straight Rises Hit Borrowers
The RBA's third consecutive hike lifts the cash rate to 4.35% as Sydney and Melbourne values fall.
May 7, 2026
How Often Should You Review Your Home Loan in Australia?
Most borrowers overpay through inaction. Here's how often to review your home loan and what to look for.
May 5, 2026
What Is Lenders Mortgage Insurance and How to Avoid It
LMI explained: what lenders mortgage insurance costs, how it's calculated, and when you can avoid it.