Recent data has tracked the growth in Australia’s urban population over a century. Economists are now weighing in, giving insights on what these trends mean for the housing market in Australia and whether it’s expected to continue. The release of the ABS historical...
Recent data has detailed the spending habits of Aussies, with younger consumers and families skewing the statistics dramatically. As discussed in a NAB report, “when it comes to budgeting, Australians are sacrificing smaller, regular purchases to free up money to keep...
Working towards a mortgage can be tough for a young Aussie. Below is some advice to help make the biggest investment a little smoother. Unsurprisingly, one of the biggest hurdles for young people getting a mortgage is affordability. Melisa Sloan, founder of Madison...
New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals that the average size of new owner-occupier mortgages in Australia has reached a record high, despite the cash rate being at its highest level since November 2011. Key findings: The average new...
After a challenging couple of years for the economy and many Australians’ finances, there is a silver lining emerging in the financial services sector that comes from an unlikely place, according to Experian’s director of client advisory, credit services, Charlotte...
