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Bridging Finance

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For many homeowners, the challenge of selling before buying—or vice versa—can feel stressful. This is where bridging loans can make all the difference. A Bridging loan is a short-term loan that helps you "bridge the gap" between buying something new and selling what you have. It works by combining your…
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Welcome to the Spring 2025 edition of Haven

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With the season's arrival come longer days and the subtle promise of warmer weather. As house prices continue to climb, apartment living is becoming an increasingly popular choice for families, offering convenience and a sense of community. In this issue, we explore the pros and cons of trading a spacious…
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Cash rate update for August 2025

By News, RBA Updates
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has today reduced the official cash rate by 0.25 percentage points, a move widely anticipated by economists and market watchers. The current cash rate now sits at 3.60%. This decision follows several key indicators pointing to a cooling economy and easing inflationary pressures for…
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Cash rate update for July 2025

By News, RBA Updates
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced a hold on the cash rate of 3.85% at today’s meeting.  While some market watchers, including those at the big four banks, expected a cut, the RBA’s decision reflects a balance of key economic factors - both supportive and cautionary. On the…
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Ricks Rate Review!

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Interest rates have been on the move—rising and falling as the economy shifts. Even a small change in your home loan rate can make a big difference to what you pay over time. Many lenders don't automatically pass on better rates to existing customers, meaning you could be paying more…
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Monthly Winner for May 2025

By Competitions, News
Congrats to our May Winner — Jonathan 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 Jonathan, and they’ve…
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Cash rate update for May 2025

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In welcome news for mortgage holders across the country, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has today decided to decrease the cash rate by 0.25% to 3.85%. This move reflects the RBA's growing confidence that inflation is coming under control. Most notably, trimmed mean inflation for the March 2025 quarter…
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