Home Loan News

Gateway Bank slashes home loans by up to 124 basis points

In a subdued week for rate movements, Gateway Bank led the charge, with its biggest cuts coming in the investment home loan space.

By Harrison Astbury ● September 18, 2020

RBA: Rents to remain below pre-COVID levels for several years

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an 'unprecedented' effect on the rental market, and the Reserve Bank says rent growth in many areas will remain subdued over coming years.

By William Jolly ● September 17, 2020

Westpac: House prices to rebound by 15% in coming years

Westpac has forecast a 5% fall in house prices through to late 2021 before a 15% surge in the following two years.

By Alex Brewster ● September 17, 2020

Housing affordability still a significant barrier to housing aspirations

While those who currently own a home are satisfied with their housing situation, those who don't are still facing major barriers to ownership, new research shows.

By William Jolly ● September 17, 2020

Queensland renters facing evictions again, social groups 'concerned'

The Queensland Government's decision not to extend moratoriums on rental evictions has been criticised by various tenant and social groups across the state.

By Harrison Astbury ● September 17, 2020

Almost 70% of investors still keen to buy, Queensland the place to do it

A new survey has revealed 67% of investors still believe now is a good time to buy residential property.

By Alex Brewster ● September 16, 2020

A series of unprecedented events: How coronavirus has changed our economy

The coronavirus pandemic has changed our economy and way of life on a scale not seen for generations. Here's a summary of all key ways it did.

By William Jolly ● September 14, 2020

Top 10 unit oversupply suburbs in Australia revealed

New data has identified the top ten danger zones for high settlement and cash flow risk for units.

By Alex Brewster ● September 14, 2020

Macquarie slashes interest-only home loan rates for investors

Macquarie Bank has slashed a wide range of interest-only investor home loans by up to 55 basis points.

By Harrison Astbury ● September 11, 2020

After six months, how have the Big Four banks responded to COVID-19?

As the initial wave of six month mortgage holidays come to an end, how have the Big Four banks helped customers throughout COVID-19?

By Emma Duffy ● September 11, 2020

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