Why changes in OPEC could influence fuel costs, groceries, and interest rates in Australia
For most Australian households, the weekly budget is shaped by familiar pressures: the price of fuel at the servo, the cost of groceries at the checkout, and the size of…
Adelaide is no longer the quiet achiever — it is forcing the east coast to rethink the market
Adelaide is no longer just the steady market. It is outperforming Sydney and Melbourne, reshaping affordability and forcing buyers and investors to rethink where real value sits.
Higher repayments are pushing borrowers to consider interest-only again
Interest-only repayments are back in the conversation — but they’re not a free lunch The Reserve Bank’s decision on 17 March 2026 to lift the cash rate by 25 basis points to…
UFinancial Group recognised as the 10th top brokerage in Australia
At Rise High, Part of the UFinancial Group, our mission has always been simple: to help everyday Australians turn their financial dreams into reality. That mission has guided every conversation we have with our…
Rise High’s award-winning mortgage team named dual finalist at the Better Business Awards 2026
Rise High is proud to once again be recognised at the Better Business Awards 2026, being named a finalist for both Best Customer Service (Office) and Best Large Non-Franchise Office….
Cash Rate Decision Looms As Borrowers Reassess Refinancing Strategies
Australia’s Reserve Bank (RBA) will announce its next official cash rate decision at 2.30pm on Tuesday 17 March, 2026. For homeowners with a mortgage — particularly those contemplating refinance strategies…
HECS-HELP Debt Demystified!
For many Australians, applying for a HECS-HELP loan feels like a no-brainer! But have you taken into consideration how this decision may impact your financial future and homeownership dreams and goals? Dive in as our experts demystify HECS-HELP loans to help you make the right move!
Escape the Mortgage Prison
Are you locked in by your existing lender and unable to refinance your home loan? There could be hope as lenders have recently announced avenues and opportunities for borrowers to break free from the mortgage prison!
Improve your credit score!
Having a look at your credit report to understand what lenders are seeing when they evaluate your application, will help you understand what you can do to enhance your creditworthiness.
Join us to discover what you can do to improve your credit score!
Home Loan’s Fixed Rate Ending
After multiple consecutive interest rate rises, it is quite likely that new rates on offer will dramatically increase your monthly repayments.
If the fixed-term interest rate of your existing loan is about to expire, you must make sure to have a plan!