Some of the best home loans for investors and refinancers in September 2022

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) may continue raising the national cash rate at its upcoming meetings to help combat the “scourge” of high inflation. This could make it harder for some homeowners and investors to afford their mortgage repayments, though there are still competitive home loan deals available.

Why are cars so expensive in Australia?

Most Australians are familiar with having to pay a bit more for some goods and services than they would elsewhere around the world. In the case of cars, this can be partially attributed to the higher cost of importing and manufacturing, but also to tougher regulatory and environmental conditions, as well as taxes and tariffs.

Will emission ratings affect your property value?

The Australian government’s plan to reduce carbon emissions by 43 per cent by 2030 is set to shake up a range of businesses and industries around the country. But could this target also affect the value of your home, and what can you do to plan ahead for it?

Can you use a personal loan to buy land?

If you’re buying a block of vacant land with ambitions to build your own property on the site, you may be able to pay for it with the help of a personal loan. But there are also other land finance options available that may better suit the financial needs of some borrowers.

How much does a carport cost?

A carport can provide your car with more protection from the elements than parking on the street, in your driveway, or on your front lawn. Carports may also be less expensive to install than a garage, though their cost can vary depending on your property.

Which banks have hiked term deposit and savings account rates in September 2022?

The fifth consecutive hike to the national cash rate, courtesy of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), has led to several major banks raising rates on their savings accounts and term deposits. But not every saver may be able to benefit from earning more interest on their savings. 

Who is still offering low-rate home loans after the September 2022 rate hike?

Australia’s cash rate has shot upward over 2022, rising from a record low 0.10 per cent to 2.35 per cent in just five months. Home loan interest rates have risen as mortgage lenders pass on these cash rate increases, though there are still some low-rate home loans available for borrowers.

Inflation, rate hikes, and the economy: why the RBA is lifting interest rates

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) remains laser-focused on tackling the “scourge” of high inflation, in part through raising the national cash rate at the fastest pace in decades. So how did inflation get so high, and are the rate hikes that are putting pressure on Australian household budgets really going to fix it?

Biggest things to happen in the Australian economy in the last three months

Between multiple major interest rate hikes and rising costs of living, the last three months have been eventful for the finances of many Australians. New figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) give some indication of how Australia’s economy has handled the June 2022 quarter.  

Some of the best home loans in September 2022

Home loan interest rates are likely to keep rising across the board, with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) hiking the national cash rate by 50 basis points at its meeting today. But that doesn’t mean lenders aren’t being competitive, with several actually slashing rates or offering cashback deals for eligible borrowers.