Spring has sprung, which means we're now in the midst of the busiest season in the property calendar. Here's what's making headlines:

• How to buy in the spring market

• Offset account balances rise 13.7%

• Housing affordability improves

• How credit cards affect home loans

Average home loan up 69% | Low-deposit scheme expands | Buying vs renting

This month's newsletter covers everything from buying costs and refinancing savings to property assistance schemes and electric vehicle trends. The stories include:

• Loan sizes & repayments rise

• Govt extends First Home Guarantee

• Where it's cheaper to buy than rent

• EVs no longer out of reach

We all know interest rates have been dominating the discussion recently, so I thought I’d share some other important topics in this newsletter:

• Property market keeps rising

• How to sell your home in spring

• Average loan size reaches $666k

• How to prepare for tax season

You’re probably being overwhelmed with election news over the past month, so here are some other interesting stories for you:

• Why negative gearing has risen.

• 97% of borrowers are in good shape.

• Can you afford a home loan?

• Pros and cons of balloon car loans.