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Apr 01

Cash rate update for April 2025

By afg_admin News, RBA Updates

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced a hold on the cash rate of 4.10% at today’s meeting. The Reserve Bank’s decision to hold the cash rate reflects a cautious and considered approach amid a complex domestic and global economic environment. Ongoing global trade uncertainties and the approaching federal…

Mar 26

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Sounds of silence: how traffic noise can impact property values

By david@99content.co News

‘Close to public transport’ is often touted as a plus for home buyers. But new research shows just how much close proximity to a busy road, railway or flight path can impact property values. Location, location, location. When you’re hunting for a new home, most people are on the lookout…

Mar 19

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5 fun (and budget-friendly) ideas for an Easter staycation

By david@99content.co News

This Easter offers more than chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. It brings a rare mega-holiday, and if your budget doesn’t stretch to a trip away, check out our tips to enjoy a memorable getaway – at home. Fun fact: 2025 sees the Easter public holidays fall in the same…

Mar 13

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Low cost renos to help keep your home cosy this autumn

By david@99content.co News

It’s been a long, hot summer, but the seasons are shifting and it’s time to prepare for the cooler months ahead. A few simple improvements could help keep your home snug without overheating your power bills. It’s almost time to pack away the boardies, swap sarongs for sweaters and cross…

Mar 11

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Monthly Winner for March 2025

By afg_admin Competitions, News

Congrats to our March Winner — Darby wins a $500 Bunnings voucher! We appreciate your feedback, that’s why each month we give our customers who have recently settled a loan the chance to go in the competition to win a small thank-you gift. This month’s winner is Darby, and they’ve…

Mar 05

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Was that the shortest property downturn ever?

By david@99content.co News

The so-called market ‘downturn’ we saw over the last few months was a blink-and-you-miss-it affair. Home prices are once again on the up. We unpack what’s happening – and why now could be a good time to buy. Jeepers. That didn’t last long. Back in early January, CoreLogic declared Australia’s housing…

Feb 27

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Welcome to the Autumn 2025 edition of Haven

By afg_admin Home Lifestyle Tips, News

Temperatures are starting to cool down and many of us are breathing a sigh of relief that the kids have returned to school. As housing affordability plunges to an all-time low, a tree change looks more appealing than ever. You certainly get more bang for your buck outside the city,…

Feb 26

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Major change coming to mortgage rules for university grads

By david@99content.co News

Good news for the three million Australians who have a student debt. New rules are on the cards that could soon increase their borrowing power when applying for a home loan. Heading off to uni can be a great investment in your skills and qualifications, potentially leading to a higher…

Feb 19

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Cash rate update for February 2025

By afg_admin News

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has today decided to decrease the cash rate by 0.25% to 4.10%, the first decrease since November 2020. Today’s welcome news for mortgage holders is the result of the RBA being confident that inflation is remaining steady, with the current headline inflation rate at…

Feb 18

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RBA cuts the cash rate for the first time since 2020

By david@99content.co News

Finally, a long-awaited reprieve for borrowers. The Reserve Bank of Australia has today cut the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.10%. How much could this rate cut decrease your monthly mortgage repayments? And can we expect more cuts this year? This is the first time the Reserve Bank…

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Cash rate update for April 2025

Sounds of silence: how traffic noise can impact property values

5 fun (and budget-friendly) ideas for an Easter staycation

Low cost renos to help keep your home cosy this autumn

Monthly Winner for March 2025

Was that the shortest property downturn ever?

Welcome to the Autumn 2025 edition of Haven

Major change coming to mortgage rules for university grads

Cash rate update for February 2025

RBA cuts the cash rate for the first time since 2020

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