Andy Taranto, Author at Zenlend

RBA cuts cash rate, but will the banks pass it on?

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points to a new record low of 0.75%. But will the banks pass on the interest rate...

Oct 1, 2019

by Andy Taranto

Four ways to dive into the property market with a smaller deposit

Three-in-five prospective first home buyers intend to buy soon with a smaller deposit, rather than wait until they have saved a 20% deposit. So how do they plan...

Sep 26, 2019

by Andy Taranto

Is the housing market drought finally over?

Marge, Marge, the rains are ‘ere! Home prices have recorded their first rise since October 2017, with national dwelling values increasing 0.8% over August, ac...

Sep 5, 2019

by Andy Taranto

Ever dreamed of starting your own business?

Ever been tempted to tell the boss you’re leaving to start your own business? You’re not alone. In fact, more than nine million Aussies dream about becoming...

Sep 5, 2019

by Andy Taranto

Buy now, pay now: the importance of budgeting for gifts

How much do you think the average Aussie spends on gifts each month? $20, $50 or 100? (hint: we’re a generous bunch). Today we’ll look at why it’s importa...

Aug 28, 2019

by Andy Taranto

Caviar and wine, anyone? What a court ruling means for you

Indulgences such as caviar, wagyu beef and the finest bottles of wine shouldn’t count against you when lenders assess your application for finance, a Federal...

Aug 15, 2019

by Andy Taranto

On the hunt for a new loan provider?

One in 10 consumers have switched credit products in the past year, according to new research, with Millennials and women in particular pouncing on offers from...

Aug 8, 2019

by Andy Taranto

Have your smashed avo and eat it too!

One of the most annoying myths for young homebuyers has to be the smashed avo breaky one. You know - to buy a property you have to forego delicious weekend brea...

Jul 25, 2019

by Andy Taranto

Got a spare pineapple? Pay off your mortgage faster

Reckon you could scrounge together an extra $50 each week to pay off your mortgage? If so, latest modelling shows the average household with a $400,000 loan cou...

Jul 18, 2019

by Andy Taranto

Housing affordability the best it’s been since 1999: HIA

Great news for home buyers - housing affordability is the best it’s been since 1999, according to new data released by the nation’s peak housing and buildin...

Jul 11, 2019

by Andy Taranto