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Australians cautious about buying new cars

The number of Aussies who bought a new car in January 2019 is down 7.4% on sales figures from the same time last year. The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) attributes this caution to lower levels of consumer confidence.

Australian dwelling values still falling

The first month of 2019 did not see Australia’s housing markets improve, with CoreLogic recording month-on-month falls in dwelling values in every capital city apart from Canberra.

Stockspot Savings offers alternative to banks

Australians looking to grow their wealth over time with the help of a high-interest savings account have a new alternative to consider from online investment adviser and fund manager, Stockspot.

Australians spend up on holidays, less on cars

Aussies may be more aware of car loans and credit cards, as the CBA reveals our spending habits are changing, with less transport yet more travel.

Capital city auctions up, clearance rates down

Heading to auction may not give you the best bet for selling your home in 2019, as research shows clearance rates have fallen.

Neobank Xinja returns to crowdfunding with plans for home loans

The world of banks is changing, and where you get your nexy home loan from could well be one of the upcoming neobanks if Xinja is any indication.

More banks starting 2019 with interest rate changes

Bank Australia has increased the interest rate on its basic home loan by 10 basis points.

One third of Aussies lack confidence in financial future

One in three Australians report feeling uncertain about their financial future, according to new research from the Commonwealth Bank and the Melbourne Institute.

Confidence in property industry at low point

A survey has found that at the end of 2018 confidence in Australia’s property industry fell to its lowest level in five years.