Average mortgage rates have hit a 14-month low, falling below 6.2% for the first time since October 2024. Experts say this offers a 'welcome gift' for homebuyers. Read more on what this means for the UK housing market.
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Nationwide Building Society has intensified the mortgage rate war, cutting its fixed-rate deals to as low as 3.60%. Discover how this impacts borrowers and the UK housing market.
Australia's banking regulator introduces debt-to-income limits on mortgages, capping high-risk lending at 20% to improve housing affordability and financial stability.
The Australian dollar jumped after inflation surged to a 16-month high of 3.8%, crushing hopes for interest rate relief. Experts warn mortgage holders face a difficult Christmas.
New report reveals 'dire' housing affordability crisis in Australia with property prices surging 47.3% since 2020 while incomes grew only 15%. Discover the widening wealth gap.
Australian property values have surged 50% since 2020, forcing households to spend 45% of income on mortgages. Essential reading for property market insights.
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains its tough stance against inflation, keeping interest rates at 4.35% while households face mounting financial pressure from rising expenses across housing, utilities and essentials.
Nationwide Building Society has launched significant mortgage rate cuts across its product range, offering relief to borrowers amid changing market conditions.
As the Reserve Bank governor deploys sporting metaphors, stretched Australian households face mounting financial pressure with no relief in sight for cost of living crisis.
Discover expert strategies to slash your mortgage costs as interest rates shift. Learn how to compare deals, understand fees, and secure massive savings on your home loan.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates despite unexpected inflation data, signalling cautious optimism amid economic uncertainty. Analysis of what this means for mortgages and the broader economy.
Financial guru Scott Pape delivers scathing assessment of Reserve Bank's interest rate decisions, claiming Australians are paying the price for economic mismanagement in cost of living crisis.
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Australia's Westpac reports unprecedented demand for Labor's Help to Buy scheme, with applications doubling as aspiring homeowners rush to secure shared equity mortgages.
Exclusive analysis reveals nearly a third of Australian mortgage holders are experiencing 'severe financial stress' with interest rate hikes pushing thousands toward breaking point. Experts warn of potential defaults and economic fallout.
Exclusive expert analysis reveals the looming mortgage crisis set to hit UK homeowners in 2025. Discover crucial strategies to protect your finances as fixed-rate deals expire and payments soar.
Barclays, HSBC and Santander lead charge with significant mortgage rate reductions, offering relief to borrowers amid shifting economic landscape. Find out which deals could save you thousands.
Nationwide Building Society expands its Helping Hand mortgage scheme, allowing borrowers to secure loans up to 5.5 times their income with new flexible criteria.
The Australian government announces a landmark $10 billion housing package as new data reveals home ownership is becoming a distant dream for millions. Exclusive analysis shows the true scale of the affordability crisis gripping the nation.
Australia's beloved Bluey has triggered an unprecedented coin collecting craze as the Royal Australian Mint releases limited edition 50-cent pieces featuring the Heeler family, causing queues and sell-outs across the country.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Australia's staggering property price surge has created unprecedented wealth for ordinary homeowners, transforming the nation's economic landscape and creating a new class of property millionaires.
In a stunning upset that's shaking the wine world, Western Australia's Margaret River region has dethroned traditional favourites to produce the country's best Shiraz, according to prestigious international judging.
Exclusive investigation reveals why Australian travellers are queuing outside Middle Eastern airlines in Sydney's CBD amid growing safety concerns about domestic carriers and airport security.
The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.
The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese embraces pragmatic governance amid challenging political headwinds, balancing ideology with practical solutions in what experts call 'the era of messy politics'.