Mortgage stress is hard, so here are three good reasons to call your lender now
Affording your home is important: mortgage stress can drain your finances and mental health, and evidence suggests it’s mounting in Australia.
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Are there home loan programs for veterans and active military personnel?
With many Australians currently wondering how they can enter the housing market, some currently (or previously) serving members of the Australian Defense Force may be wondering if there are any government home loan programs they can participate in.
According to RBA governor Philip Lowe, inflation must come down – no matter what
In a speech at the Morgan Stanley summit, Reserve Bank of Australia governor Philip Lowe explained the thought process behind this week’s unforeseeable hike to official interest rates.
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How does property inheritance work?
The passing of a loved one can obviously be very challenging and sometimes comes with the additional strain of handling family personal affairs. One such area of concern can be an inheritance. While it can be emotionally difficult, it’s important to know what you need to keep in mind when you’re looking at property inheritance.
Will the RBA hike the cash rate in June 2023? CBA, ANZ, NAB, and Westpac home loan predictions
We’re nearing the end of the tightening cycle – and home loan lenders know it. Last month, the Reserve Bank of Australia’s surprise decision sent shockwaves through an unprepared market. Mortgages jumped far more than the expected 25 basis points, while property prices remained surprisingly buoyant.
Sydney’s buoyant property market leads Australia’s real estate recovery
Sydney continues to lead what is being called a "recovery trend" in the property market, posting a 1.8% lift in home values in May, according to Corelogic’s latest data.
June home loan snapshot: Has the home loan rate war ended?
Last month, the Reserve Bank defied expectations with an additional 0.25% hike to the official cash rate. Lenders soon jumped at the opportunity to lift their interest offers on variable home loans – with some outrunning even the RBA with 35 - 50 basis point jumps.
Are RBA rate hikes actually stopping inflation in the housing market?
Despite 3.75% worth of Reserve Bank rate rises behind us, the housing market seems to have made a remarkable recovery, showing critical signs of life such as lifting auction clearance rates and a rebound in capital values.
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Home loan review: Is it time to refinance?
Borrowers have been feeling the squeeze since RBA began its rate hike spree and many have been trying to find strategies to keep themselves afloat—and refinancing might just be one of the favourites amongst Aussies.
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