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Over 50 lenders to pass rate cut in full

More than 50 lenders, including the “big four”, have announced plans to cut variable home loan rates by 0.25...
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The Australian investor market continues to grow, with investor loans rising by 22 per cent in 2024, more than three...
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Following weeks of speculation and constantly shifting forecasts, the Reserve Bank of Australia has handed down its...
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While the number and total value of new investment loans declined in the December 2024 quarter, the average home loan...
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Westpac has cut its fixed-rate mortgages a week ahead of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) meeting, now reaching the...
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NAB slash fixed-rate mortgages

NAB cut its fixed-rate mortgages two weeks ahead of the RBA meeting, leading the way among the “big four” banks.
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Interest rates to shape property market throughout 2025

Experts have predicted that the Australian property market will thrive with both higher listings and buyer demand.
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NAB has joined the other major banks in bringing forward its first rate cut to February, with all “big four” now...
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RBA eyes rate cut in February as inflation figures surge

The RBA rate cut in February is becoming more likely following the latest consumer price index results and Westpac’s...
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Rate cuts will still leave borrowers wanting: CoreLogic

As the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) first cash rate decision for 2025 draws closer, an industry expert has...
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First home buyer activity surged in 2024

First home buyers have been taking the market by storm, with the number of FHB investor and owner-occupier loans...
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Rate drop: Macquarie cuts fixed rates ahead of RBA meeting

Macquarie Bank has reduced its fixed-rate mortgages weeks before the Reserve Bank of Australia’s first meeting of...
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Sooner rather than later: ANZ forecasts interest rate cut in February

ANZ is now expecting a first interest rate cut within weeks when the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) meets in...
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ANZ is now expecting a first interest rate cut within weeks when the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) meets in...
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Latest inflation figures spark interest rate speculation

Consumer price index (CPI) has remained in the Reserve Bank of Australia’s target band, according to the latest...
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RBA delivers final cash rate call for 2024

After weeks of anticipation, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has handed down its eighth and final cash rate...
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Property investors, developers turn to private credit

Developers, investors, fund managers and brokers have turned from traditional banks to private credit to fund their...
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RBA hands down November cash rate

After weeks of speculation, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has delivered its seventh cash rate decision for the...
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Government payments masking inflationary issues: Master Builders

Australia’s peak building and construction industry association has said that the recent inflation rate has failed to...
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The shadow assistant minister for home ownership has argued for MPs to play a greater role in mortgage regulation.
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How to increase value of your investment property?

How do you increase your home's market value? Whether you’re an avid investor, seller, or looking to lease out your...
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What is one of the most effective ways you can build wealth? Investing in your future is something we should all take...
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Coalition members have called for a rethink of APRA lending regulations, including stress tests which ensure borrowers...
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Savings needed for first home deposit up 99% in 12 years

New research has revealed just how much young Australians are forced to save for their first home deposit.
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