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How to get your SMSF tax return right

If you're one of the many Australians who've purchased a property through a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF), the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has provided valuable guidance about how to file your annual tax return.

9 July 2024
Treasury's new plan: lower home loan rates and higher savings for consumers

The federal government has unveiled a series of reforms to the banking sector, which aim to help consumers access lower home loan rates and higher savings accounts rates.

5 July 2024
Refinancing FAQs for Australian Expats: Expert Insights by Aussie Expat Home Loans

Expat Australians with fixed-rate home loans expiring in 2024 are looking at the impact of interest rate rises on monthly repayments and refinancing options.

Home Loan Essentials

Housing Interest Rate in Australia: A Quick Guide

When it comes to buying a home in Australia, home loan interest rates are one of the key factors that expat borrowers need to consider when taking out a loan. This article will provide a quick guide to understanding home loan interest rates in Australia, including the types of interest rates available, how interest-only loans work, and how to find the best home loan interest rates.

Australian Expat Home Loans: Five Things You Must Know

So you're an Australian citizen living overseas with a good job, earning a high income, and with cash to invest in a property. Australian banks should be crawling over themselves to lend to you, right? The answer is not always the case. Australian expat mortgages can be tricky. This post will provide valuable insights on five key things you must know about Australian expat home loans. Knowing these aspects will help you navigate the home loan application process and make informed decisions before your property purchase.

Home Loans in Australia: Options, Requirements and Comparisons

Are you looking to purchase a property in Australia? If so, you’ll likely need to take out a home loan and are looking for tips as a first-time borrower. By the end of this article, you should understand how home loans work in Australia and what factors you need to consider when taking out a loan.

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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