Housing inequity is not a new phenomenon; in many ways, inequity is the very reason the customer-owned banking sector was formed. Today, the 47 mutual banks and credit unions that … Read more
Australia’s customer-owned banking sector has told a parliamentary inquiry into intergenerational housing inequity that purpose-led, competitive lending and innovative community partnerships can help tackle the country’s housing challenges. Appearing before … Read more
For five years, NSW teacher Sophie, 27, and her electrician husband had been looking for a place to call home in the Lake Illawarra and Koonawarra area on the NSW’s … Read more
Housing affordability in Australia has plummeted to record low levels. According to the 2024 PropTrack Housing Affordability Report, a median household can afford to purchase only 14% of all homes … Read more
As the weather warms and spring fills the air, it’s the perfect time to consider making your home more environmentally friendly – and save money in the process. Your customer-owned … Read more
Investing in property can involve a number of steps. This brief guide runs through everything you might need to know. Australians love investing in property and it’s easy to understand … Read more
by Nicki Hutley, COBA’s Chief Economic Adviser Australia’s house prices, housing affordability, the housing and rental crisis – every day there are new stories in media about the nation’s property … Read more
If you’re struggling to qualify for a loan on your own, there may be other ways to secure your first home. Here are five popular strategies. With property prices still … Read more
Real-estate auctions are often a rite of passage to owning your first home, but they can be stressful without careful preparation and strategy. We have some tips on how to … Read more
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