Fixed home loan expiring soon? Here’s what you should consider
The Reserve Bank’s continuing push with interest rate hikes has brought into focus the dilemma that borrowers now face in choosing their home loans.
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As property prices hold, home loan research is even more crucial
National home prices rose for a third consecutive month in March, as limited supply and strong demand continue to hold up the property market, according to the PropTrack Home Price Index.
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April home loans snapshot: Rate hikes may be drawing to a close
The Reserve Bank’s relentless rate hike campaign — which commenced in May last year and has brought the cash rate to its highest level since 2012 — may finally be coming to a close.
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Meet the killer home lender stealing bank borrowers in droves
Home borrowers looking to lower the cost of their mortgage are increasingly switching to smaller, low-cost lenders right now, and one rival lender has unveiled a refinance home loan that is sure to send a stampede of savvy switchers their way.
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UBank helps out homeowners with $5,000 cashback offer
UBank has long been a favourite for cost-conscious Aussie borrowers looking to save on their home loans. Its stellar range of low-cost loans are even more attractive with their generous limited time cashback offer.
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Will the RBA hike the cash rate in April 2023? CBA, ANZ, NAB, and Westpac home loan predictions
It’s been nearly one year since the Reserve Bank of Australia began raising the cash rate to curb inflation, taking us from 0.10% in May 2022 to 3.60% in March 2023. Many economists agree we’re approaching the end of this tightening cycle, as the economy has shown signs of contraction. But has the RBA gone far enough in its crusade to slow the economy?
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How much could switching to Unloan actually save you?
If you’re refinancing your home loan, one of the most popular recommendations to check out these days is Unloan.
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Three strategies to get into the property market
Saving up to buy property in today’s market can be an uphill battle. Australian homes are already some of the most expensive in the world, and when you factor in rising interest rates, it can feel like there’s no end to the challenges first home buyers face.
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Time to save for a home loan deposit now shorter, but challenges persist
As property prices fall further from their peaks, young Australians looking to take out a home loan have been given a second wind, with data from Domain showing the time required to save a deposit has fallen in almost all capital cities.
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What happens to your home loan if your bank goes bust?
For most Australians, home ownership is the ultimate symbol of security. But a lot could happen before your mortgage is paid off and your home is officially yours.
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