First home buyers at more risk of mortgage stress

RateCityApr 12, 2010( 1 min read )

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Cash rate holds at 1.5%, yet mortgage stress on the rise

The RBA has left the cash rate on hold at the historical low of 1.5 per cent today. Yet, new research shows that the financial pressures of paying off a home loan are increasing.

Dec 6, 2016( 2 min read )

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Financial inequity extends beyond the workforce: research

Not only do women earn substantially less than men – 17.7 per cent less, on average – but new research reveals that a financial disparity between genders extends beyond the workforce into household finances.

Nov 29, 2016( 3 min read )

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Singles priced out of the property market Australia wide

Only two of Australia’s eight capital cities have a median house price that can be afforded by an average single income, new analysis by Australia’s leading financial comparison website, RateCity.com.au, shows.

Sep 28, 2016( 3 min read )

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RBA stalls, yet home loan rates continue to drop

The RBA may have left the cash rate unchanged at 1.50 per cent at today’s Board meeting, but home loan rates continue to drop with close to 200 cuts in the past month.

Oct 4, 2016( 2 min read )

Home loan repayments increased by 3% of average household income – recent first home buyers at more risk. Veda Advantage survey shows highest debt stress in 2.5 years.

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