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How did property prices go in 2024? And what’s tipped for 2025?
As we head towards the end of 2024, let’s take a look at how property markets performed over the last year – and discover what the...

Trent Carter
Dec 12, 20243 min read


Thinking of buying a holiday home? Here’s what to weigh up
The coming weeks will see millions of Aussies enjoy a well-earned getaway, and for some, a memorable holiday will inspire plans to buy a...

Trent Carter
Dec 5, 20244 min read


Thinking of installing a swimming pool for summer?
There are few better ways to beat the summer heat than floating in your very own pool. With a range of price points to choose from, a...

Trent Carter
Nov 28, 20243 min read


Client Success Story - Tax Debt Relief
How we helped a business clear a $108K tax debt in just 2 DAYS! At Provident, we understand the pressures that tax debt can place on a...

Trent Carter
Nov 19, 20242 min read


Do you really need a building inspection?
Your home is possibly the most valuable asset you will ever own. So it’s worth taking precautions to help ensure you buy a place that has...

Trent Carter
Nov 14, 20243 min read


Can we expect the RBA to cut back rates this summer?
With just one RBA rate decision left for 2024, homeowners may be holding onto hopes of a summer cut. We look at when rates may start...

Trent Carter
Nov 7, 20243 min read


How much does LMI really add to a home’s cost?
Saving for a 20% house deposit is like house training a wilful Labrador. It requires plenty of patience and persistence. Not your thing?...

Trent Carter
Oct 31, 20244 min read


How to nail a home loan if you’re self-employed
It’s the great Australian dream for many: giving the 9-to-5 grind the flick and running your own show. But when it comes to taking out a...

Trent Carter
Oct 24, 20243 min read


What’s going on with negative gearing?
Negative gearing is in the headlines again. But what is it all about, and could it affect you? We explain how negative gearing works, why...

Trent Carter
Oct 22, 20243 min read


How long it takes to save a deposit (and how to fast-track it)
Planning to buy your first home? It takes (on average) about five to six years to save a deposit at present. But who’s got the patience...

Trent Carter
Oct 10, 20244 min read


Could rate cuts mean house prices heat up again?
Thinking of holding off buying until interest rates fall? Wait until you see what could happen to home prices. Here’s why it could make...

Trent Carter
Oct 3, 20243 min read


Why 9 out of 10 first-home buyers use a mortgage broker
Remember the first time you stepped into a gym? It’s unlikely you swaggered your way over to the free weights rack and started busting...

Trent Carter
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Fixed rates tumble: a sign of things to come?
When will interest rates fall? It’s the question everyone is asking right now, and while speculation swirls about future rate cuts, the...

Trent Carter
Sep 12, 20243 min read


The home loan feature 70% of new borrowers are hooked on
When it comes to home loan features we’re spoiled for choice. Even basic loans can come with a fisherman’s basket full of options. But...

Trent Carter
Sep 5, 20243 min read


How much has your home’s value risen by?
We’ve all heard the rule of thumb about property being a long-term investment. Well, get this: many home owners have seen the value of...

Trent Carter
Aug 29, 20243 min read


Property market set to blossom this spring
The sun is out – and so are the buyers! Spring is traditionally a peak period for property, and there’s a good reason why spring 2024 is...

Trent Carter
Aug 27, 20243 min read


How to buy an investment property using your home’s equity
Want to grow your investment portfolio but have most of your wealth tied up in your family home? You may be able to leverage recent gains...

Trent Carter
Aug 15, 20243 min read


Does your job come with home loan perks?
Your job can provide more than an income. When it comes to being approved for a home loan, certain roles can enjoy favourable treatment...

Trent Carter
Aug 9, 20243 min read


Why multi-bedroom homes could be appealing for investors
A cost of living crunch is driving a new trend among renters – and it’s changing the wish lists of some property investors. We reveal...

Trent Carter
Aug 1, 20243 min read


Is fear of rejection holding you back from your life goals?
Scared to apply for a home loan? You’re not alone. Fear of rejection has stopped one in five Aussies from applying for finance over the...

Trent Carter
Jul 25, 20243 min read
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