Interest Rate Surge: $100 Billion in Fixed Mortgages Set to Expire by Year-End

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With just four months remaining in the year, the colloquially termed “fixed-rate cliff” is now passing its midway point. Over $100 billion in fixed-rate mortgages are set to expire by year-end. After a 400-basis point increase in interest rates across 12 incremental steps, we assess the situation at the edge of this so-called cliff. Firstly, …

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Inflation Eases, RBA Nears End of Rate Hikes: A Silver Lining for Renters

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As inflation approaches its post-peak phase, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is edging closer to concluding its series of rate hikes. This development could bring some positive prospects for renters, given the historical relationship between rent values and fluctuations in the cash rate. Typically, rent values tend to closely align with movements in the …

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Loan Commitments Signal Growing Confidence in Property Market

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In May 2023, there was a notable surge in new loan commitments, which rose by 4.8% to reach a substantial amount of $25 billion. This upward trend indicates a growing level of activity among property buyers, despite enduring a staggering 12 interest rate hikes since May 2022. Among the various segments, investor lending experienced the …

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Factors That Significantly Increase Home Values: Insights for Australian Homeowners

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As a homeowner, you may have wondered about the key factors that can enhance the value of your property. Understanding what drives home values can help you make informed decisions when it comes to renovations, improvements, and investments. In this blog post, we will explore the factors that have the most significant impact on increasing …

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Gold Coast one of the least affordable places to rent in Australia

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The Gold Coast is one of the most unaffordable places to rent in Australia. Essential workers have been pushed out of towns across Australia as rental price increases have outpaced pay growth, with the Gold Coast being the most expensive region in the country. Workers earning award salaries in 15 essential service occupations would need …

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