Online lender releases green term deposit

UBank has unveiled an environmentally focused term deposit that allows consumers to indirectly invest in renewable energy projects.

Housing finance slides in January, as credit cards decline

ABS figures show housing finance tumbled further in January, while the number of credit card accounts continues to fall, according to the RBA.

NSW and Victoria becoming more affordable property markets

Housing affordability has improved in four states and territories, while rental affordability has also improved in four, according to a new report.

CQU property expert reveals home truths on housing affordability

It’s never been harder for younger Australians to enter the property market, we regularly hear.

Car sales down for February, though commercial vehicles are up

Housing prices weren’t the only thing that started the year on a bit of a downturn, as car sales have also seen a decline.

Online lender unveils 3.48% mortgage product

Loans.com.au has launched a new home loan that has one of the lowest interest rates in Australia.

CommBank, Telstra turn to high-speed mobiles for future banking

We might be at the age of the neo-bank, but it’s just the start, as the CBA tests to see what high-speed 5G communications can do for banking.

Phone providers accused of dodgy credit practices

Thousands of Australians have filed complaints after being sold phone plans they couldn’t afford, according to a new report.

New mortgage product offers automated approval

Bendigo Bank has unveiled an “instant home loan”, which is powered by its fintech partner, Tic:Toc.

Petrol prices fell 25.5% between October and December

Petrol prices experienced dramatic falls in late 2018, according to a new quarterly report from the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission.