Kate Hughes

Kate Hughes

Posts by Kate Hughes
Dream builds, realised here

Dream builds, realised here

I am pleased to introduce our new construction product, Elevate Construction, part of our Elevate product suite. Elevate Construction is a game-changer that reinvigorates Australia’s residential const …

30 April 2024
Migrants buy into the Australian dream

Migrants buy into the Australian dream

At Rate Money, we believe everyone, including hardworking, self-employed migrants, should have the chance to achieve the great Australian dream of buying a home to provide stability and security for t …

20 November 2022
Five ways to find your business niche and dominate it

Five ways to find your business niche and dominate it

More than 10% of working Australians are self-employed, but getting a home loan is notoriously hard.

16 November 2022
Backing yourself and knowing your customer

Backing yourself and knowing your customer

“I learn on the job, using the tools, and just chatting with a few old heads. They’ve been there and done it. They’ve seen things that I haven’t seen yet, or they’ve gone through growing pains.”

10 November 2022
Could working from home kill your small-business culture?

Could working from home kill your small-business culture?

I truly believe that working from home kills small business culture. Culture is key to success for small businesses. Having bums on seats, social interactions, and laughing is productivity fuel!

5 November 2022
Rate Money refuses to pass full rate rise

Rate Money refuses to pass full rate rise

BREAKING NEWS: After many lenders have been quick to pass the latest Reserve Bank of Australia‘s full 25bp rate hike onto their customers, Rate Money has announced it won’t be passing the rate rise on …

10 October 2022
Tips on starting up a new business

Tips on starting up a new business

In my experience, there are five costs to look out for. There are obvious costs to expect, such as your start-up capital and your wage bill if you decide to employ staff and their super.

10 September 2022
What a win for the Rate Money network

What a win for the Rate Money network

We are proud to announce that we have been recognised as the winner of the Mortgage Manager of the year award at the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) National Excellence Awards 202 …

10 August 2022
New Key Hires for Rate Money

New Key Hires for Rate Money

Non-bank lender Rate Money has strengthened its management team with a new national sales and distribution manager to help support its growth.

2 June 2022