Sail into summer with November's top personal loans

Fixed term personal loans for the purchase of other transport vehicles and equipment rose in September. You might be considering buying a boat, trailer, caravan, jet ski, motorbike or all-terrain vehicle (ATV). A personal loan could help you fulfill your summertime ambitions.

RBA hikes by 0.25%: What does this mean for a potential recession?

The economic issues we are currently facing are likely to be temporary and Australia is expected to fare better than most countries, potentially avoiding the unfolding global recession. However, it’s likely we’ll see further interest rate rises this year.

The economic tipping point: when could we see the RBA's moves start to impact inflation?

Ongoing global supply chain delays and materials shortages, as well as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, China’s covid-zero policy and other economic constraints are key drivers of inflation. So, why haven't central bank's recent interest rate hikes impacted prices?

Here's what Australia's big four banks think of the federal budget

Australia's biggest lenders are in a strong financial position thanks to soaring interest rates. Although the government’s budgetary measures were found to be relatively moderate this time around, it may preempt a more exertive and transformative May budget for 2023/24.

7 key budget announcements and how they'll affect your finances

The budget outlines the financial approach the government will take to secure Australia’s economic future. Despite fears of a looming global recession, there are some interesting and potentially positive announcements to be drawn from Labor’s first federal budget since 2013/14.

What is TRON?

TRON boasts 115 million global users and has processed more than 4 billion transactions. The TRON network became fully decentralised in December 2021 and is now a purely community-governed Decentralised Autonomous Organisation (DAO). The Tronix (TRX) token serves as the fundamental unit of exchange on the TRON network.

Can you get a home loan if you owe taxes?

During the mortgage approval process, lenders gather information that may uncover tax debts. If you owe money to the ATO, there are lenders that may be willing to approve your home loan application.

Google will accept crypto payments for cloud services from early 2023

Crypto’s notorious volatility and lack of real-world use cases means that, currently, its viability as an efficient and effective form of payment is unproven and questionable at best. However, there may be greater potential for crypto payments in the form of stablecoins.

A guide to cryptocurrency and tax in Australia

It’s legal to buy, sell and hold cryptocurrency in Australia. Coins are treated as taxable assets. You'll need to keep transaction records and declare your capital gains and losses. It's helpful to understand how and when crypto is taxed and this guide will explain everything you need to know.

Summer's on the way: top personal loans to help spruce up the house this October

Hot weather is just around the corner, laying the foundation for a slew of backyard or balcony barbecues with friends and family, gardening duties, house parties and a heap of hobbies. A personal loan that fits your budget may be able to help you fund these seasonal projects.