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Homeowners impacted by COVID-19 encouraged to contact lender

Homeowners who have had their income impacted by the coronavirus outbreak are being encouraged to seek out hardship options with their lender.

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The coronavirus economic stimulus plan for SMEs explained

Small businesses all around the world are facing uncertain times. However, rather than shutting up shop until COVID-19 passes, the federal government is hoping to stimulate SME spending through a...

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First home buyer numbers spike to 10 year high

First home buyers are throwing themselves into the property market in numbers not seen since 2009.

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SME owners impacted by coronavirus urged to contact creditors

SME owners concerned about the coronavirus outbreak impacting their cash flow are being urged to talk to their creditors as soon as possible.

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Employers granted one-off super amnesty

Employers who have underpaid their staff superannuation have been granted a one-off amnesty to make things right, but that doesn’t mean they’re completely ‘off the hook’.

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Downsizers tipped to be a ‘powerful force’ in 2020

Downsizers are tipped to take advantage of ‘the perfect storm’ and get the most out of the property market this year, predicts the national body representing professional buyers’ agents.

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Are you being stung by the loyalty tax?

Once upon a time you were rewarded for loyalty. But borrowers with older mortgages are typically paying a higher interest rate than customers on new loans, confirms the RBA.

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How to increase your property’s value by up to 10%

Properties with high energy-efficiency ratings typically sell for up to 10% more, a review of international research shows.

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Sights set on becoming ‘Partner’? We found a better option

Why it’s time to break away from traditional accounting firms, what going it alone meant for us, and why we are so pleased that we did.

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First come, first served: first home buyer scheme now open

Applications for the new First Home Loan Deposit Scheme are now open, with 10,000 guarantees available to first home buyers looking to get a leg up into the property market.

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