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More homes needed to solve affordability problem

The federal government is aiming to improve housing affordability by increasing the supply of housing, which would be expected to reduce demand and put downward pressure on prices. As a result, the government is attempting to facilitate the building of 1.2 million homes in the five years from July 2024. So what does the latest homebuilding approvals data show?

27 December 2024
Redraw and offset – are these loan features right for you?

There’s a lot more to a home loan than just the interest rate. The features of the loan can also have a big impact on your total mortgage costs and repayment flexibility, which is why it’s important to understand the potential benefits of a redraw facility and an offset account.

20 december 2024
New Insights into property investment

More and more Australians are turning to property investment, new analysis has revealed. CoreLogic’s head of research, Eliza Owen, found that the number of investors entering the market was exceeding the number exiting, by comparing home loans data with listings data.

13 December 2024

Home Loan Essentials

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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