The Reserve Bank has left the office interest rate on hold at the historic low of 0.25%.  This now marks the seventh month in a row without a change!  This decision means that the interest rate on loans remains stable assisting households and businesses.

Local Councils use The Valuer General land value to distribute rates across their local government areas.   The Valuer General does not set rate fees for councils.  Changes to land value may not necessarily lead to changes to local council rates.  Local Councils choose a combination of rate charges and fees for it’s area and community […]

 The introduction of legislation giving effect to the Commonwealth Government’s deposit gap scheme is the first step in easing the pathway to home ownership. The scheme – promised on the eve of the federal election – helps reduce barriers to home ownership by closing deposit savings requirement and effectively reducing mortgage insurance costs. We welcome […]

When prices are low first home buyers, and even second home buyers, will find they get better value and their money will go a lot further than it would have 12 months ago. It’s clear that now is a good the time for home buyers to secure their future home; however it won’t last long. […]