Industry Body: RBA

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The Reserve Bank of Australia

decoding australian home loan and borrowing terminology 10052024

Thinking of borrowing for a new home? We decode the home loan lingo and explore a common mistake

We take a look at everything from principal and interest to rates and more.

A window of opportunity could be open for savvy Australian property investors, but time is ticking

One expert has noticed investors are on the move while there’s less competition and fewer buyers in the marketplace.
home builders choose melbournes outer suburbs to call home

Melbourne property market sees mom and dad builders flock to outer suburbs for the best bang for buck

The cost of building a house in these top 20 suburbs started at $272,944 and topped out at $387,688.
rba keeps interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent for march 2024

Reserve Bank keeps rates on hold at 4.35% for March meeting

The hold was largely predicted, with many experts expecting a rate cut towards the end of this year.
Australia’s inflation rate stays at 3.4% What it means for borrowers and savers

Australia’s inflation rate stays at 3.4%: What it means for borrowers and savers

Annual inflation for January remained steady at 3.4%, signalling stability since November 2021 and a trend towards the RBA’s target band.
PropTrack reveals record-breaking listings in Sydney and Melbourne for January 2024

PropTrack reveals record-breaking listings in Sydney and Melbourne for January 2024

The new year sees a surge in property market activity, surpassing last year’s listings, according to the PropTrack report.
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.
Lending rises for owner-occupiers, investors, and refinancing also lifts in November 2023

Lending rises for owner-occupiers, investors, and refinancing also lifts in November 2023

The number of new owner-occupier loan commitments rose 7.3% in the year to November 2023.
Interest rate cycle cuts to start in 2024

First interest rate cuts expected close to the end of 2024 and where the property hotspots will appear

All eyes will be on the RBA governor during 2024 as mortgage holders across Australia eagerly anticipate the start of the rate cutting cycle.
2024 will likely be a better year for Australia's commercial real estate, but industry must adapt or risk failing

2024 will likely be a better year for Australia’s commercial real estate, but industry must adapt or risk failing

Challenges persist in the office sector, but pockets of strength noted, especially in premium, centrally located offices.