The recent Reserve Bank decision isn’t the only big news. Here are four other stories that could influence your plans: The government scheme reshaping buyer behaviour What to know before building a home Electrified vehicles reach a new milestone Listings surge as buyers become cautious Scroll down for all the news. The expansion of the 5% Deposit Scheme in October 2025 has had a big impact. According to Equifax, lenders that participate in the scheme recorded a 16.4% increase

With the next RBA decision due on June 16 and markets still reacting to the Budget and Middle East conflict, many borrowers are reassessing their position. Here are four issues worth watching: What the Budget changes could mean for investors How borrowers are coping with higher rates Refinancing activity jumps as rates rise New fund aims to unlock housing supply Read on for more information. The federal Budget has proposed major changes to negative gearing and capital gains t

With the next Reserve Bank decision on May 5 approaching, borrowers are reassessing their position. Here are four trends shaping rates, property prices and your options right now: The refinancing question more borrowers are asking How to get more value from your offset account Why property prices haven't been falling A realistic path from renting to owning Scroll down for all the stories. Between the Middle East conflict, rising prices and two rate increases this year, many h

From interest rate uncertainty to new ways first home buyers are entering the market, several shifts are reshaping property decisions. These four trends could influence your next move. Rate rise reshapes the market How the 5% Deposit Scheme is changing buying Fixed or variable – which is right for you? Building a home is back on the radar Find out more below. Over the past week, lenders have been passing on the full 0.25-percentage-point increase to borrowers, with repayments