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News is useful. Understanding the impact is better. We highlight lending, RBA, housing and government policy updates alongside our own educational webinars and practical guides.
Finance news
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- APRAMonthly Authorised Deposit-taking Institution Statistics
- NewsMortgage holders aren’t alone in paying for rate hikes. Here’s how the RBA spreads the pain
- NewsInflation jumps to 4.3%, adding to pressure for RBA rate rise next week
- RBAOpening Statement to the Senate Economics Legislation Committee (Supplementary Budget Estimates)
- NewsCould the ban on card surcharges lead to a rise in tax evasion?
- NewsIf we want a better Australia, we need to raise the GST – and cut income taxes
- NewsThe government wants trusts to pay a minimum 30% tax. What’s behind the changes?
- NewsUnemployment in Australia hits a five-year high of 4.7%, making a rates hike less likely
- RBAAppointment of Chief Risk Officer
- NewsRenters and home buyers are seeing AI-‘enhanced’ property photos. Now NSW is changing the rules
- APRAAuthorised deposit-taking institutions' points of presence statistics
- NewsA record 82% of Australian home loans now rely on mortgage brokers. Why?
- NewsSome small businesses are paying tax bills with credit cards. What will happen when they can’t?
- APRAQuarterly authorised deposit-taking institution statistics
- RBAStatements on Monetary Policy
- RBAFinancial Stability Review - March 2026
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Masterclasses and explainers
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Buying, borrowing, investing and structuring, explained the way Rahul explains it to clients.
Buying2:03:24Where to buy under $550k in 2026, and where to avoid
Featured masterclass
Where to buy under $550k in 2026, and where to avoid
One of Rahul's most-watched sessions. 2:03:24 long, free on YouTube.
Investing1:39:42SMSF Masterclass
First home1:22:12First Home Buyer Masterclass 2026: deposit, grants and the buying process
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Investing1:41:27Ask me anything: investments and real estate, with PK Gupta
Investing1:19:10Post-budget clarity: property investor edition
Buying1:18:06What to look for in a contract
Planning40:59Wills, estate and succession planning
First home7:37Everything you need to know about pre-approvals
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