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10 lessons you can learn from Nelson Mandela
There's a lot we can learn from the late, great Nelson Mandela. He has left a lasting legacy of forgiveness and reconciliation. Lifehack has distilled is inspiration down to 10 life lessons from some…
Home Prices Now Falling Following Rate Rises | Latest stats from Dr. Andrew Wilson
Capital city home prices have generally fallen over May reflecting the impact on affordability and confidence of this year’s three consecutive increases in official interest rates. The national…
The Shocking Truth: Why Investing is No Longer Optional
There’s a lot of noise around property at the moment. Rising living costs, higher mortgage repayments, budget uncertainty and constant media commentary have left many Australians wondering whether…
National Weekly Auction Report – May 30th 2026 | Auction Markets Still Sliding as Clearance Rates Tumble
Capital city auction clearance rates were generally lower over the past week and continue to track at year-to-date lows. Higher auction numbers are also challenging weakening buyer activity. Weekly…
10 steps to a high-profit renovation
Making a profit in renovating a property seems like a very attractive proposition. Buy low, renovate cheap, and add substantial value is the aim of the game. It sounds simple enough, right? While…
Property Investment Just Got More Complicated – But It’s Still the Best Wealth Strategy Around
The federal government has handed down what Treasurer Jim Chalmers called "the most important and ambitious Budget in decades." The term "intergenerational inequality" is a social construct dreamed…
Australia Post reduces fuel surcharge for some customers
The fuel surcharge is an industry mechanism used to recover fuel costs. The post Australia Post reduces fuel surcharge for some customers appeared first on Inside Small Business.
The true benefit of online retail to households: $1400 a year, report finds
Inflation reached 4.6 per cent in the year to March, driven by energy market volatility and supply chain constraints. The post The true benefit of online retail to households: $1400 a year, report…
Rushed Budget tax changes skirted public consultation
"Changes of this magnitude should not be rushed without consultation with taxpayers, tax professionals, and businesses." The post Rushed Budget tax changes skirted public consultation appeared…
Auction Market Sends Warning Signal Ahead of Crucial Saturday Test – new data reveals
Australia’s property market may not be heading for a dramatic downturn, but the latest auction results are a timely reminder that higher interest rates, affordability pressures and shifting buyer…
Think a Granny Flat Will Boost Your Wealth? Think Again
Granny flats seem like a smart investment idea, don’t they? You build a modest dwelling in your backyard, rent it out, and voilà — a little extra income stream. But before you dive into the idea of…
Dieting, generational divides and the ‘joy economy’: ING report reveals striking saving trends
2026 Sense of Us Report unveiled before packed Sydney crowd
Millennials Are Reshaping Australia’s Future – And Most People Still Don’t Understand Them
For years, millennials have been the punching bag of public debate. They’ve been criticised for delaying marriage, accused of spending too much on travel and avocado toast, and blamed for changing…
Spotlight: navigating Queensland's hot market
'It’s not about timing the market. It’s about time in the market," says Brisbane broker
MFAA Excellence Awards celebrate SA and NT mortgage professionals
Lively Adelaide Oval ceremony brings broking community together to celebrate states' finest
Negative gearing, CGT changes inch closer to approval
Meanwhile, 'toxic tax' claims spark explosive clash in Parliament
The investor is 51, wealthy — and just lost their tax break
RBA data reveals who really owns Australia — just as the rules change
Rental market remains in limbo
As policymakers debate investors versus homeowners, renters are being left behind
$137.5m levy crisis: why the CSLR needs urgent reform
Australia's compensation safety net is under pressure — and banks want reform now
Three Aussie startups that raised $15.5 million this week
This week's funding round-up includes Oli, AlleSense and energy startup Cable, which have collectively raised $15.5 million in new funding. The post Three Aussie startups that raised $15.5 million…
How to prepare for a cyber incident: a simple SME playbook
Unless you define what qualifies as a cyber incident, you will not know when to escalate or how to respond. The post How to prepare for a cyber incident: a simple SME playbook appeared first on…
Brokers can now use their trail book to fund growth — without touching property
A new lender is turning recurring trail income into working capital for broker businesses
Budget bill introduced to parliament as Albanese heckled by opposition
CGT, negative gearing overhaul will go to Senate inquiry
Mortgage serviceability buffer remains at 3%
APRA also confirms no change to tother key macroprudential tools following its latest risk review
Late autumn auction volumes rise sharply in capital cities
Clearance rates remain well below year-ago levels despite a marginal weekly improvement
Skip expands broker reach with NextGen integration
Non-bank lender joins ApplyOnline as aggregator panel grows
Queensland property prices defy headwinds with double-digit annual gains
Statewide house and unit prices posted solid quarterly growth in early 2026
Under-the-radar markets emerge as next property hotspots
New Hotspotting report has identified the next wave of property growth markets, with overlooked metro fringe and regional areas emerging on the back of strong fundamentals.
Australia's scam crackdown just got mandatory
Draft codes released as banking, telcos, and digital platforms face mandatory obligations
Household spending dips but consumer stress points to bigger pressures ahead
What April's spending slide means for mortgage brokers and their clients
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