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Jul 05

As expected, RBA cash rate once again increased for July

By afg_admin News, RBA Updates

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) today decided to increase the official cash rate, by 0.50% to 1.35%. With the RBA continuing to try and head off inflation before it takes too strong a hold on our economy, the decision was made to raise the rate. Lenders can set interest…

Jun 14

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Haven Win Winter 2022

By afg_admin Competitions, News

Fashionista Fido With winter upon us, pets of Australia are donning jumpers and jackets to protect against the chill. Haven Win is on the hunt for the most funky, fashionable or funny pet outfit - extra points if it's homemade. How: send us a photo of your furry friend dressed…

Jun 14

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Haven Extras Winter 2022

By afg_admin News

Waste not, want not Australians churn out 540kg of household waste per person, each year. That's a whopping 10kg for every single person - every single week. More than ever, it's time to cut our waste. With a little planning and creativity, the environment and your wallet will be grateful.…

Jun 14

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Pitfalls and hidden gems

By afg_admin Finance Help, Investing In Property, News

Navigating the dos and don'ts of investment property returns. Rental properties and holiday homes are once again in the sights of the Australian Tax Office, which has had growing success identifying erroneous claims. Last year about 70 per cent of returns related to investment properties audited by the ATO had…

Jun 14

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Perfect your flip

By afg_admin Finance Help, Home Lifestyle Tips, News

Renovating for profit can be a tricky business in a cooling market. But it's more a science than an art if you know the pitfalls. Here are six common mistakes to avoid. 1. Not having a plan This obvious but common error is responsible for a host of renovating sins,…

Jun 14

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Will your budget stretch beyond the sticker price?

By afg_admin Finance Help, Investing In Property, News

House prices have surged, meaning hidden costs associated with buying a home have jumped too. If you're on the hunt for a new property, it's worth checking your budget still covers the extras that can add tens of thousands to your costs. In the past two years, the average house…

Jun 07

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Once again, RBA cash rate has increased for June

By afg_admin News, RBA Updates

The Reserve Bank today decided to increase the cash rate, by 0.50% to 0.85%. The RBA has made the decision to increase rates primarily as a lever to return inflation to its target levels, which is currently sitting higher than target at 5.1%. Wage growth is currently at 2.4%, which…

Jun 03

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Monthly Winner for June 2022

By afg_admin Competitions, News

Congrats to our June Winner – Cameron 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 Cameron, and he’s…

Mar 01

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As expected, RBA cash rate remains unchanged for March

By afg_admin News, RBA Updates

As widely expected, the RBA board confirmed today that the official cash rate would again remain at 0.10%. With inflation now within its target band of 2-3%, markets have been speculating the RBA will increase rates as early as June this year. The Central Bank will be closely monitoring for…

Nov 18

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Green loans – kind to the planet and your wallet

By afg_admin News

Eco-friendly and budget-friendly are phrases that are rarely used together when it comes to real estate.

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As expected, RBA cash rate once again increased for July

Haven Win Winter 2022

Haven Extras Winter 2022

Pitfalls and hidden gems

Perfect your flip

Will your budget stretch beyond the sticker price?

Once again, RBA cash rate has increased for June

Monthly Winner for June 2022

As expected, RBA cash rate remains unchanged for March

Green loans – kind to the planet and your wallet

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