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mortgage stress saw a consecutive decrease in Australia

Mortgage stress saw a consecutive decrease across Australia despite high interest rates

Australia’s interest rates are currently at an eye-watering 4.35%, but levels of mortgage stress eased throughout November.
leafy adelaide suburb first home buyers

NHFIC and CBA unveil new trends and insights into first home buyer market

The analysis found the equity positions of HGS participants appeared to be growing in line with long run averages.
fixed rate cliff hits australian home loan borrowers

Fixed rate home loans begin to expire, but very few Australians are behind on repayments

Listings numbers are up, but distressed sales are not the primary driver.
maximising your borrowing capacity and serviceability

Ways to maximise your serviceability in a tough borrowing market

Cutting down on that takeaway coffee, or sticking to just one streaming service will be a step in the right direction, according to Lloyd Edge.
Image of house balancing out money

Mortgage repayments doubled for some, with financial stress at worrying highs

Many mortgage holders are struggling to keep up with their increasing home loan repayments.

Mortgage cliff could sting Australian borrowers 63% more in repayments

Average fixed rate borrowers could see their repayments jump $1,200 per month with they roll off onto higher variable rates.

Commercial borrowers struggle as lenders tighten criteria

Credit conditions are tight and lenders are becoming increasingly selective for commercial projects, according to a new survey.

How property investors can maximise their returns at tax time

Rising interest rates are making life tough for investors, but there are a number of things you can do at tax time that might help
Majority of Australian mortgagees don’t have repayment buffer

Majority of Australian mortgagees don’t have repayment buffer

Only one in four mortgagees are ahead on their mortgage, and rates cut by some banks and lenders

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