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Rule changes make it easier for buyers

As of this week, it should be easier for Australians to borrow money to finance a home purchase. The change comes from the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA), who have eased existing residential lending guidance put in place back in 2014. When people apply for finance for a home loan, lenders typically apply something called […]

RBA cuts to lowest rate in Australian history

The Reserve Bank of Australia has slashed interest rates to a record low of 1 per cent for July 2019, paving the way for buyers to re-enter the housing market, and offering repayment relief for existing home owners. RBA Governor Dr Phillip Lowe said the back-to-back cuts (the first since 2012) are intended to help […]

Australian property insights: officially a great time to buy

New property data suggests it could be an ideal time for first home buyers and first-time investors to enter the property market. The ANZ-CoreLogic Housing Affordability report (released June 2019), shows housing is the most affordable for buyers since 2016. The analysis of property, economic and demographic data for the last two years has flagged […]

Reserve Bank cuts rates to record lows

Australia’s Reserve Bank announced at its monthly board meeting today that it would be cutting the official interest rate 25 basis points – from 1.5 to 1.25 per cent. Rates have remained steady at 1.5 since August 2016. Governor Phillip Lowe said the decision was designed to support employment growth and provide greater economic confidence. […]