Calculated Lending

07/09/2026

Perth property listings have hit a three-year high, another sign conditions are continuing to shift across the Perth housing market.
PerthNow reports listings have risen to 7,312, with reiwa.com confirming this is the first time they have exceeded 7,000 in three years.

Property listings in Perth have jumped by a massive 145 per cent in only one year, as the property market continues to show signs of cooling.

28/07/2026

Bianca speaks to Australian Broker about how a new Lender joining the Help to Buy Scheme gives borrowers greater choice.

But will it move the needle on Australia's housing market?

13/07/2026

Bianca speaks to The Nightly about why regular interest rate reviews matter, and why the lowest advertised rate is not the only factor borrowers should consider.

A broker says borrowers should challenge their lender to avoid missing out on a mortgage rate cut.

06/07/2026

An interesting update from 9 News Perth. Listings in Perth have approximately doubled compared to 12 months ago, however the market remains well below the level typically considered balanced.

06/04/2026

Our Director, Bianca Patterson, recently spoke with Money Magazine Australia sharing practical insights on how to move from “one day” to a clear path to home ownership.

If buying a home is on your radar, this one’s worth a read 👇

07/02/2026

A great message for first home buyers from reiwa.com President Suzanne Brown

There is no denying it’s a very trying time if you are in the market to buy a home, particularly if you are a first home buyer.

02/02/2026

New data shows the cost to build a home in WA has surged nearly 100% in the past six years.

If you’re considering a build, renovations, or weighing up build vs buy, this is essential reading.

Planning early and structuring your finance correctly has never been more important.

The cost of building a new home in Western Australia has gone up an eye-watering amount in seven years, astounding figures show.

FULL STORY: https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/business/property/cost-to-build-a-new-house-in-wa-surges-nearly-100-per-cent-in-six-years-master-builders-analysis-shows-c-21499496

27/01/2026

Bianca speaks to Money Magazine Australia in their Best of the Best 2026 edition about the things to consider when applying for a mortgage.

11/11/2025

The Perth market continues to remain tightly held, with experts suggesting an additional 10,000 homes would be needed overnight to bring balance.
Strong population growth, limited supply, and ongoing construction delays continue to put upward pressure on prices and demand.

30/06/2025

A prudent reminder about the new buy now pay later regulations