Business demand for equipment has hit record numbers
26/04/2021
Businesses across the country are purchasing new equipment and vehicles in record numbers, as companies big and small embrace the strongest market conditions seen in years, according to NAB data. &nbs...
HomeBuilder extension gives applicants extra 12 months to start building
22/04/2021
Tens of thousands of HomeBuilder applicants around the nation can breathe a sigh of relief after the federal government extended the construction commencement requirement from six months to 18 months....
How long do you have to snap up a property in the current market?
15/04/2021
You open up the real estate app on your phone, scroll through a few listings, and then there it is: the home of your dreams, 'added 1 hour ago'. So just how long do you typically have to act in this...
COVID-19 repayment amnesty over: how to avoid a bad credit rating
08/04/2021
The COVID-19 loan deferral program and credit reporting amnesty is now over, which means banks will report any late repayments on mortgage or small business loans to credit agencies unless you've...
Fixed mortgage rates set to rise in coming months: experts
01/04/2021
House prices could jump 17% in 2021 and mortgage rates are set to rise much sooner than expected, ANZ Bank has tipped. How much earlier than expected? Well, the Reserve Bank...
Free new mental health support service for small business owners
29/03/2021
Floods, fire and pandemic - it's been an incredibly tough 15 months for many Australian businesses. And with government support about to end, looking after your mental health will be just as...
How do you compare: how much of your pay goes to your mortgage?
25/03/2021
The property market is going through a boom phase, which means housing affordability is getting tougher. So how much does the average Australian household need to put towards their monthly home loan...
$15,000 HomeBuilder grant deadline fast approaching
18/03/2021
Thinking of building, buying a new home or renovating? The HomeBuilder scheme ends on March 31, which means you've got less than two weeks to take advantage of the $15,000 grant. The...
Do you have a succession plan in place for your business?
15/03/2021
Who would take the reins of your family business if you had to take a step back from it? Turns out just one-in-six businesses have a proper plan in place. But rest assured you can develop your own...
7 ways to make your property more attractive to potential buyers
11/03/2021
Did you know more than a third of Australian homeowners are considering putting their property up for sale so they can take advantage of the current boom in prices? Here's how to get your property...
