Balancing Act: RBA's Interest Rate Stance Amid Declining Inflation

Balancing Act: RBA's Interest Rate Stance Amid Declining Inflation

On February 6, 2024, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) made a pivotal decision to maintain the cash rate at 4.35%, marking its first policy announcement of the year. This decision comes against a backdrop of gradually declining inflation, which eased to 4.1% in the December quarter, down from 5.4% in September​​.

Investing in Australia's Real Estate Market: Why the Central Coast Shines

Investing in Australia's Real Estate Market: Why the Central Coast Shines

One location that stands out as an excellent option is the Central Coast of New South Wales (NSW). Offering a combination of affordability, growth potential, and lifestyle advantages, the Central Coast presents a compelling case for property investors. In this article, we will explore how to pick the right investment property in Australia and why the Central Coast of NSW deserves your attention.  

How will the proposed Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill affect residential property investors?

How will the proposed Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill affect residential property investors?

Although the title would suggest the amendment relates to changes surrounding the recent floodings in Northern NSW, the amendment instead focuses on changes to the core sections of the Residential Tenancies Act. These changes will directly affect how tenants and landlords can occupy, price, and vacate a property.

Australia's interest rate remains on hold at the historic low level of 0.1 per cent

Australia's interest rate remains on hold at the historic low level of 0.1 per cent

The Delta outbreak has interrupted the recovery of the Australian economy and GDP is expected to have declined materially in the September quarter. The outbreak is affecting many parts of the economy, but the impact is uneven, with some areas facing very difficult conditions while others are continuing to grow strongly.