Credit unions lead the way for low interest rates

A diverse range of small lenders are undercutting the big banks and offering some of the lowest-rate personal loans in Australia.

Investment yields forecast to fall from 9% to 6%

Diversified investors can expect solid returns this financial year, but not as high as in 2017-18, according to a prominent economist.

How to check your credit rating

Applying for a home loan, credit card or mobile phone card? Whatever type of loan or credit you apply for, the decision to approve or reject your application will come down to your credit report.

9 ways to improve your credit score

If you want to learn how to improve your credit score, you’ve come to the right place.

Big cities slump, but Hobart keeps booming

Property markets in five of Australia’s eight capital cities have significantly changed over the past 12 months, according to new data from CoreLogic.

Money in the bank ain't what it used to be

There are now very few transaction accounts in Australia that pay even 1 per cent in interest without imposing monthly fees or difficult conditions.

Bank extends fee waiver for low-rate mortgage

Bank Australia will continue to waive the $595 establishment fee on its variable Basic Home Loan for another three months.

Banks lift interest rates, even with RBA on hold

A range of lenders have made out-of-cycle rate hikes, blaming the interest rate rises on increased funding costs.

NAB offering two-year fixed rates from 3.69%

NAB and ING are offering some of the lowest two-year fixed-rate mortgages on the market, although smaller lenders are also competing fiercely.

These suburbs could be the next big thing

Looking to invest in the next Balmain or Collingwood? A property investment expert has revealed suburbs around Australia that are set to gentrify.