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Time to jump in? First home buyer deposit saving times plunge
Home loan headlines have been, let’s face it, a bit of a downer of late. But the good news is that first-home buyers are now reaching...

Cleara Finance
Mar 23, 20233 min read
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Got an eagle eye on house prices? Rate rises are only part of the story
Rate rises can affect the property market, as we’ve all seen of late. But there are other factors that appear to hold longer-term sway...

Cleara Finance
Mar 16, 20233 min read
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Homeowners feel the pinch as RBA lifts cash rate to 3.60%
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased the official cash rate for a tenth straight meeting, taking it to 3.60%. How much will...

Cleara Finance
Mar 7, 20233 min read
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The latest twist in the tale of national property prices: explained
The property market has had more plot twists than a daytime soap opera in recent years. So getting the skinny on current trends is...

Cleara Finance
Mar 2, 20232 min read
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Take the heat off rate hike fears with these 4 tips for buyers
Have recent rate hikes made you nervous about taking the plunge into the property market? You’re not alone; it’s a buyer’s market for a...

Cleara Finance
Feb 23, 20233 min read
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How to prepare for a fixed-rate mortgage cliff
Do you have a fixed-rate mortgage contract that’s coming to an end soon? It can be a stressful time, particularly with rate rise news...

Cleara Finance
Feb 16, 20233 min read
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RBA hikes the cash rate for the ninth time in a row, to 3.35%
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kicked off 2023 by increasing the cash rate a further 25 basis points to 3.35%. How much will...

Cleara Finance
Feb 7, 20233 min read
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Considering refinancing your mortgage? Here are some questions to ask
Home loan not up to scratch? Looking for a better rate? Or do you want to unlock equity? Then refinancing could be for you. But there are...

Cleara Finance
Feb 2, 20233 min read
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Can a job switch affect your mortgage application?
Cha nging jobs may offer more perks – higher income, greater fulfilment, and the opportunity for growth are often things people look for...

Cleara Finance
Jan 26, 20233 min read
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Planning a reno in 2023? Here are 4 tips for smooth sailing
Having a spruced-up home feels great. And it can also boost your home’s value. But, as exciting as the prospect of rolling up your...

Cleara Finance
Jan 19, 20233 min read
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Get a financial head start on the school year
Finding the time to delve into your finances can be a struggle. But the school holidays can offer the perfect time, especially for...

Cleara Finance
Jan 12, 20232 min read
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What you should know about buying a tenanted investment property
Buying a rental property is a popular way to invest. But where do you stand if the property you’re eyeing off already has a tenant? We’ll...

Cleara Finance
Jan 5, 20233 min read
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4 New Year’s resolutions for financial fitness
As the sun rises on January 1, many Australians will be getting started on their new year’s pacts. The gym will be full of determined...

Cleara Finance
Dec 29, 20223 min read
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Seasons greetings! Here’s to a happy and prosperous 2023
End-of-year festivities have snuck up on us! Wishing you and yours a swell Noel and a wonderful new year. It’s time to dust off that...

Cleara Finance
Dec 22, 20221 min read
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First home buyer numbers have halved: is it time to swoop in?
Repeated cash rate hikes have put many first home buyer plans on hold. So could you swoop in and reap the benefits with less competition...

Cleara Finance
Dec 15, 20223 min read
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Are we there yet? RBA hikes cash rate for eighth straight month to 3.10%
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has driven the cash rate up by another 25 basis points to 3.10%. Find out how much this final cash...

Cleara Finance
Dec 6, 20223 min read
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Where there’s a will (and genuine savings), there’s a way
Inheritances can be a bittersweet part of life. But an inheritance alone won’t always cut it when applying for a home loan. Having...

Cleara Finance
Dec 1, 20223 min read
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Your new phone or your home loan? What would you research more?
What’s more important: your new phone or your next home loan? Well, we were stunned to see a recent survey that showed Australians put...

Cleara Finance
Nov 24, 20223 min read
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5 surprising reasons for home loan heartbreak
Whether it’s your love life or your home loan application, no one likes getting rejected. There are many reasons why it could happen, and...

Cleara Finance
Nov 17, 20223 min read
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Buying could be cheaper than renting for a third of properties
For many Australians, rate hikes and inflation have made the dream of property ownership feel ever more distant. But a recent analysis...

Cleara Finance
Nov 10, 20223 min read
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