Go guilt-free this Christmas
We’ve had sober October, now try low-spender November. It may not seem like it, but the lead in to Christmas is the perfect time for a financial detox. Not only will it stop you losing control of festive spending, it’ll set you up to start the new year on the right track. Rein in your […]
Haven Extras Summer 2021
Did you know the world has a global doomsday seed vault? Plunging deep inside a mountain on a remote island in the Svalbard archipelago, halfway between Norway and the North Pole, lies a global insurance policy seed vault. Every type of the world’s crop seeds – the largest collection of crop diversity on the planet […]
November cash rate remains unchanged at 0.10%
While Melbourne Cup Day often brings a surprise, the Reserve Bank’s decision on the official cash rate earlier today contained no surprises, with confirmation the rate will remain at 0.10%. In line with previous commentary, the RBA has confirmed the view that it won’t be rushing into a rate hike, making it abundantly clear it […]
Monthly Winner for November 2021
Congrats to our November Winner – Courtney wins a $500 Bunnings voucher! We appreciate your feedback, that’s why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank-you gift. This month’s winner is Courtney, and she’s won a $500 Bunnings voucher. […]
Monthly Winner for October 2021
Congrats to our October Winner – Arthur wins a $500 Bunnings voucher! We appreciate your feedback, that’s why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank-you gift. This month’s winner is Arthur, and he’s won a $500 Bunnings voucher. […]
October cash rate remains unchanged at 0.10%
At its monthly meeting today, the Reserve Bank has again confirmed the official cash rate will remain at 0.10%. Concerns continue to be expressed that record low interest rates are fuelling a housing boom, increasingly putting property ownership out of the reach of many prospective first home buyers and placing the wider economy at risk […]
September cash rate remains unchanged at 0.10%
At its monthly meeting today, the Reserve Bank has again confirmed the official cash rate will remain at 0.10%. As the country starts to discuss what post-lockdown life will look like, the focus out of the meeting will be on the RBA’s government bond-buying program. Prior to last month’s meeting it was anticipated that the […]
September cash rate remains unchanged at 0.10%
At its monthly meeting today, the Reserve Bank has again confirmed the official cash rate will remain at 0.10%. As the country starts to discuss what post-lockdown life will look like, the focus out of the meeting will be on the RBA’s government bond-buying program. Prior to last month’s meeting it was anticipated that the […]
Monthly Winner for September 2021
Congrats to our September Winner – Bianca wins a $500 Bunnings voucher! We appreciate your feedback, that’s why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank-you gift. This month’s winner is Bianca, and she’s won a $500 Bunnings voucher. […]
Heading for the hills
Younger Australians are striking out in the regions. Where are the hotspots and could it be right for you? People have turned their backs on capital cities in record numbers during the past year, seeking a simpler and cheaper life in regional Australia. COVID-19 has not only unshackled workers from CBD offices, but prompted many […]