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Parker Finance partners with Allianz to launch a SME insurance solution
As a small business owner, insurance is probably one of the last things on your priority list. However, this is a big mistake and can end up costing you your business in the worst case scenario or eating up your profits in the best case scenario. There are many…
Another cash rate rise lands: What it means for investors
The RBA’s second rate cut of the year is forecast to slightly slow housing growth, while entry-level demand remains strong and commercial rents are supported by limited supply. After three rate cuts that lasted less than a year, the Reserve Bank of Australia…
‘Ask questions early’: Buyers warned about unlicensed property advice
An increasing trend of property spruikers and advisers giving buyers unsanctioned financial advice has sparked a warning from the national peak body for buyers’ agents. The Real Estate Buyers Association of Australia (REBAA) has issued a warning about a growing number…
Why many first home buyers choose to work with a mortgage broker
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming when everything is new and unfamiliar. There are many moving parts in the home-buying process, and it can be difficult to know where to start. The good news is that you don’t have to…
Navigating the Australian property market: The buy now, sell later dilemma
In the dynamic landscape of Australia’s property market, homeowners face a significant dilemma: should they sell their current home before buying a new one, or vice versa? This decision has become even more challenging as the market heats up, prompting sellers to…
Units or houses? The great buyer dilemma
When considering which property type to purchase, buyers often face a dilemma between the affordability of units and the flexibility of detached houses, usually swayed by price. Whether buying a unit or a detached house, McGrath CEO John McGrath said that buyers…
Family-friendly suburbs set to grow in 2026
In the ever-evolving landscape of Australian real estate, family-friendly suburbs are emerging as key players in the market’s growth for 2026. According to the latest insights from the annual realestate.com.au Hot 100, these suburbs are poised to outperform others,…
Rents have surged nearly 3x faster than wages, driving affordability to record lows
Australian rents have surged almost three times faster than wages over the past five years, pushing rental affordability to record lows and stretching household budgets across the country, according to Cotality’s latest Chart Pack. Cotality’s analysis shows national…
More mortgage, less romance: Couples review their priorities
As the value of loans rose in 2025, couples have reviewed their priorities, sacrificing dates and romance in favour of their mortgages, while singles continue to feel defeated by the property market. In its latest Home Loan Report , Mortgage Choice found that…
Don’t be fooled by glossy photos: How to spot hidden issues before they drain your portfolio
When scaling their portfolio, many investors get seduced by glossy photos, but failing to spot hidden issues can cost them thousands. Here are the top three hidden red flags to take into consideration before buying. Buyer’s agent and founder of the Kev Tran Group, Kev…
RBA hike: What does it mean for investors?
Buyer demand, housing stock, refinancing, rental increase, selling frenzy, and dwelling price: how will the RBA cash hike impact investors’ portfolios? For its initial meeting of 2026, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has decided to hike the cash rate by…
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