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Rents keep climbing, but pace is easing

Over the past five years, property investors in Australia have seen significant gains, with the national median rent increasing by 39.7%. However, in July, rent growth slowed to just 0.1%, marking the slowest pace since 2020, according to CoreLogic. While rental prices are still on the rise, the growth rate is beginning to ease across the country.

3 September 2024
Property investors very active in the market

Home loan volumes have significantly increased over the past year, especially among investors. Investors committed to $10.67 billion of mortgages in May, according to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. That was 29.5% higher than the year before.

20 August 2024
New vendor data shows interesting sales trends

Record property prices are proving to be good news for vendors, with 94.3% of all vendors in the March quarter selling their home for more than they'd originally paid, according to CoreLogic. That was the fourth consecutive quarterly increase and the highest share since 2010.

13 August 2024

Home Loan Essentials

Making the Most of Your Time Overseas: Building a Property Portfolio That Supports Your Return

For some Aussie expats, the goal isn’t just buying one property. It’s about building a portfolio that supports their long-term plans back in Australia. With strong income and career growth overseas, this period can create a unique opportunity to establish and grow property assets. This blog explores how expats approach portfolio building; from structuring lending and refinancing, to using market insights and timing decisions around life stage rather than market cycles. A practical look at how to make your time overseas work more effectively.

Buying Property in Australia While Living Overseas: A Step-by-Step Guide for Aussie Expats

Many Australian expats already know they want to buy property back home. The real question is how to approach it properly while living overseas. From understanding how lenders assess foreign income to setting up the right structure and support on the ground, the process is often more straightforward than expected once you have clarity. This guide walks through the key steps expats take when buying property in Australia from abroad, and how to position yourself to act confidently when the right opportunity appears.

24 March 2026
Australian Home Loan Pre-Approval for Expats: What to Expect and How Long It Takes

Pre-approval as an expat isn't complicated — it just needs to be done correctly. Here's exactly what the process looks like, what documents you need, and why most delays are avoidable.

19 March 2026

Market Trends & Insights

Making the Most of Your Time Overseas: Building Assets Back Home

Many Aussie expats use their time overseas to accelerate financially. Here’s how Australians living abroad are buying property back home and building long-term assets. Moving offers higher earning potential, global career experience, and the ability to accelerate financially in ways you can't back in Australia. Expats also recognise something else- the overseas window is powerful, but it isn’t permanent. This naturally raises the question: "How do I make the most of that time whilst I am here?"

How Aussie Banks Are Stepping Up to Support Borrowers in Tough Times

If you’re an Australian expat navigating life abroad, the last thing you need is uncertainty around your finances back home. Whether you’re living in Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai, or beyond, staying on top of your Australian mortgage from overseas isn’t always straightforward - especially during times of personal or financial stress.

25 September 2025
Is It Time to Reassess Your Home Loan? Key Questions for Expats Abroad

In a lending market that’s moving in different directions at once, it's easy to assume that lower rates elsewhere mean it’s time to refinance. But for many expats, the smarter move might not be switching lenders — it’s simply getting clear on where you stand.

15 September 2025

Strategy & Decision Making

Should I buy a house in Australia now or wait for mortgage rates to go down? - expert insights.

Several experts anticipate the Reserve Bank will begin lowering interest rates in the fourth quarter of 2024. So, if you want to enter the market, should you buy now or wait for mortgage rates to go down?

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