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Nat Barr grills minister over housing crisis

In a fiery television exchange, Sunrise host Natalie Barr confronts Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil about Australia's worsening housing affordability crisis, with young Australians facing what many call an 'impossible dream' of home ownership.

CBA deals crushing blow to mortgage holders

Australia's largest lender Commonwealth Bank warns of significant mortgage pain ahead as interest rates are predicted to climb, leaving homeowners facing financial strain.

Trump's 100% Tariff Threat to Australian Industry

Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.

Bondi Vet Dr Kate Adams' shocking mortgage struggle

Beloved Australian veterinarian and television personality Dr Kate Adams opens up about her desperate battle to secure a mortgage for her first home, facing unexpected rejection despite her public success.

NatWest and RBS Slash Fixed Mortgage Rates

In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.

Australian Music Legend Jon English Dies Aged 73

The entertainment world mourns the loss of Jon English, the trailblazing Australian musician and actor, who has died aged 73. Remembered for his role in 'Against the Wind' and a stellar music career.

Teacher rejected for mortgage quits job for van life

A young teacher's dream of homeownership was crushed by a shockingly low mortgage offer. Discover how she turned rejection into liberation by quitting her job and buying a van to explore the UK.

UK House Prices Hit Record High for Third Month Running

UK property market continues its remarkable surge as Halifax reports house prices rose 0.9% in September, marking the third straight monthly increase and pushing average prices to a new record high of £293,835.

Fed's Lisa Cook faces mortgage investigation

US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is under investigation by the House Judiciary Committee over allegations of improper mortgage approvals during the pandemic. Discover the details of the claims and the Fed's response.

UK Property Market Plunge: Homebuyer Panic Hits Record

Exclusive: Britain's housing market faces a severe crisis as a record number of panicked buyers abandon purchases amid soaring mortgage rates and economic uncertainty. Property chain collapses hit unprecedented levels.

Pound Crashes to Record Low After Truss's Mini-Budget

The UK faces a severe economic crisis as the pound sterling crashes to a historic low against the dollar following Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng's mini-budget, triggering emergency warnings from the Bank of England and soaring mortgage costs for millions.

Major Lenders Slash UK Mortgage Rates to 7-Month Low

In a major boost for the UK housing market, leading lenders including Halifax and HSBC have cut mortgage rates to their lowest point since last summer, offering new hope for first-time buyers struggling to get on the property ladder.

Bank forgives £1m debt for terminally ill cancer patient

Bank of Scotland clears £1,000,000 debt for terminally ill cancer patient Ian Pritchard after his emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this act of compassion brought relief to a family facing unimaginable hardship.

£10,000 Bonus for New Homeowners in Govt Scheme

Exclusive: New homeowners could receive a life-changing £10,000 bonus under a radical government proposal to boost property ownership and slash mortgage costs. Find out if you qualify.

Deported fraudster jailed for £1.3m property swindle

Anopkumar Maudhoo, an illegal immigrant and serial fraudster, has been sentenced to six years for orchestrating a sophisticated property scam that netted over £1.3 million from victims across London and the South East.

UK House Prices See Sharpest Annual Drop Since 2011

New data from Nationwide reveals UK house prices fell by 5.3% annually in December 2023, marking the most significant decline in over a decade as higher mortgage rates continue to dampen the property market.

DOJ Investigates Trump Over Alleged Mortgage Fraud

The US Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into Donald Trump and the Trump Organisation, examining potential bank and insurance fraud linked to a controversial $100 million mortgage on a New York skyscraper.

Reeves Scraps Landlord Tax Relief to Fund NI Cut

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her first Budget with a major blow to landlords, scrapping the mortgage interest tax relief to fund a cut in National Insurance for millions of workers.

Labour Scraps Home Guarantee Scheme for First-Time Buyers

The Albanese government has officially terminated the Home Guarantee Scheme, a flagship initiative designed to help Australians get on the property ladder with smaller deposits, sparking outrage from aspiring homeowners.

US Home Prices Crash: Sellers Slash Prices in Major Cities

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in property price reductions across the United States, with nearly half of all cities experiencing significant declines. Sellers are forced to make steep cuts as high mortgage rates and economic uncertainty cool

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