More Australians struggle with mortgage costs

RateCityMay 2, 2010( 1 min read )

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Refinancing on the rise, as rates stall

As the RBA leaves rates on hold at 1.50 per cent today, new figures show the number of Australians refinancing their home loans is on the rise.

Nov 1, 2016( 3 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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Further rate hikes a sign of what's to come'

The Commonwealth Bank is the latest lender to lift interest rates for homebuyers looking to fix their home loan, raising rates on a number of fixed products.

Dec 3, 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 )

Mortgages in arrears increasing. Average standard variable rate almost at November 2008 level.How to avoid late mortgage repayments.

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