As we prepare to move into a new financial year, my latest newsletter provides an overview of how the economy and commercial property market are performing:

• Economy sending mixed signals

• Commercial property stabilising

• Consumers reluctant to spend

• Investors eye up parking assets

In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find a nice mix of home loans, interest rates and property market stories:

• More listings hitting the market

• 5 ways to add equity to your home

• Home loan deals for essential workers

• RBA keeping eagle eye on inflation

Here’s some interesting economics, property and business news to begin the year:

• RBA says inflation still “too high”

• Landlords adjusting to shifting demand

• Jobs market causing concern

• Commercial investors targeting higher returns

After rising for 22 consecutive months, the national median property price fell in December, signalling a shift in market conditions. Here's what else is making news:

• Quick guide to first home buyer incentives

• The case for and against rate cuts

• How to buy your dream home in 2025

• How to know if it’s time to refinance