499 articles written by Nick Bendel
Real estate boom might be over for Sydney and Melbourne
Property prices went backwards in six of Australia’s eight capital cities during May.
Nick Bendel -
01 Jun, 2017 -
2 min read
New stats show big jump in use of offset accounts
Nick Bendel -
31 May, 2017 -
3 min read
Authorities on alert about housing market
Developments in the housing market pose a “key risk” to the economy, Treasury secretary John Fraser has warned parliament.
Nick Bendel -
30 May, 2017 -
3 min read
3 in 4 migrants move to NSW and Vic
NSW and Victoria are by far the most popular states for migrants, helping explain why the Sydney and Melbourne property markets are performing so strongly.
Nick Bendel -
29 May, 2017 -
3 min read
Car loan provider slugged $11m for lending violations
Motor Finance Wizard will pay more than $11 million to address concerns about its lending practices.
Nick Bendel -
26 May, 2017 -
2 min read
The China boom may be coming to an end
China’s credit ratings have been downgraded, reflecting growing economic problems for Australia’s largest trading partner.
Nick Bendel -
25 May, 2017 -
2 min read
Australians now hold $2.3 trillion in super
The nation’s pool of retirements savings continues to grow, with total superannuation assets increasing 11.2 per cent in the 12 months to March.
Nick Bendel -
24 May, 2017 -
2 min read
Banks warned about housing crash
S&P Global Ratings has reduced its credit rating for 23 lenders due to “an increased risk of a sharp correction in property prices”.
Nick Bendel -
23 May, 2017 -
2 min read
How to make money from the sharing economy
There’s never been an easier time to earn some extra income or even launch a side hustle.
Nick Bendel -
22 May, 2017 -
3 min read
Is the cheapest home loan always the best?
We all want to pay as little for our mortgage as possible, but it would be wrong to assume that lower-rate products are automatically better.
Nick Bendel -
22 May, 2017 -
3 min read