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Haven Extras Spring 2019
Haven likes Diverse, funny, insightful and perfectly suited to fit into busy lives, the podcast’s popularity shows no sign of abating. Delivering bite-size chunks of
Will a lower buffer boost your borrowing power?
Now that Australia’s banking regulator has lowered the lenders’ borrowing buffer, more people should be able to borrow more funds to buy their new
RBA Cash Rate Decreased at 0.75%
For the 3rd time in five months the Reserve Bank of Australia has decided to reduce the official cash rate, this time to 0.75%, in
Is Spring really the season to sell?
As everyone awakes from winter hibernation, many people’s thoughts turn to selling or buying a home in spring. It’s no surprise. The sun starts shining,
Are Home Buyers Back in Power?
With the uncertainty of tax changes gone, a lessening of borrowing restrictions, and a new scheme to help first home buyers – coupled with two
Haven Win Spring 2019
Aeroplane horror stories Australians love to travel. It’s in our blood, it’s a part of our collective psyche. So, we know that a good number
RBA cash rate unchanged at 1%
The Reserve Bank of Australia has decided to leave the official cash rate unchanged at 1% as it awaits fresh economic data to allow it
Monthly Winner for August 2019
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RBA cash rate decreased at 1%
The Reserve Bank of Australia decided to once again reduce the official cash rate, this time to 1% in a concentrated effort to boost household
Monthly Winner for July 2019
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RBA cash rate decreased at 1.25%
With the uncertainty of the federal election behind it, the RBA has decided to reduce the official cash rate to 1.25% as it tries to
Haven Extras Winter 2019
Haven likes Mouse in the house This is a rodent you’ll be happy to have in your house! Laying or standing, let the resin
Monthly Winner for May 2019
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Cash rate still unchanged at 1.5%
The RBA has decided to leave the official cash rate unchanged at 1.5% for the 29th consecutive time and we’d like to share some thoughts
Haven’s top 10 tips for moving house
The most exciting thing about getting a new mortgage is moving into a new home. What’s less exciting is the actual move itself. With these
Why serviceability is the key to an affordable home loan
When you’re looking for a new home loan, the question is not, ‘How much can I borrow?’ Instead you should be asking, ‘How much
Credit where credit’s due
The way banks assess you and a loan application have changed in recent years. A credit score is now something they look at as an
Haven Win – Winter 2019
Our cover might’ve given it away: we’re looking for Australia’s most fabulous restored vintage car. Be it a classic Holden or a personality-plus 70’s VW
Cash rate still unchanged at 1.5% for the 29th consecutive time
The RBA has decided to leave the official cash rate unchanged at 1.5% for the 29th consecutive time and I’d like to share some thoughts
Monthly Winner for April 2019
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Monthly Winner for March 2019
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Cash rate remains unchanged at 1.5% for the 28th consecutive time
The RBA has decided to leave the official cash rate unchanged at 1.5% for the 28th consecutive time and I’d like to share some thoughts
Comprehensive Credit Reporting – Positive Changes from your Positive Information
Comprehensive Credit Reporting, or ‘Positive Reporting’ is here. And while the banks may not be happy about sharing their customers’ information with other banks, borrowers
How to Budget your Way to Financial Freedom
Talk to wealthy people and you will find most have one thing in common – they know how to manage their money. And that means
Quick Tips to Pay your Mortgage Faster
Most mortgages are spread out over 25 to 30 years, but it doesn’t have to be that way. With a few simple strategies you can
Haven Win – Autumn 2019
Kitchen reno In our last edition of Haven we featured a story about how much value an amazing kitchen can add to the resale price
Haven Extras – Autumn 2019
GreenthumbAdd some mid-century aesthetic to your pad with this Australian-made pot plant stand. Fashioned from a single piece of powder coated iron wire, it’s affordable
Monthly Winner for February 2019
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Cash rate unchanged at 1.5% for the 27th consecutive time
As financial markets digest the findings of the Banking Royal Commission, the Reserve Bank of Australia has made its first rate announcement for 2019. The
Monthly Winner for December 2018
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