Home Loan News

ANZ and Westpac lift fixed rates while the RBA eyes off another double cash rate hike

Australia’s fourth largest lender, ANZ, has today hiked fixed rates by up to 0.90 percentage points. This comes a day after Westpac hiked fixed rates by 0.50 percentage points for customers looking to lock in their rate.

Some of the best home loans for investors and refinancers in June 2022

Variable interest rates are likely to rise further before the year is out, with the RBA governor committing to “do what it takes” to get inflation under control. This could put more pressure on some Australian investors and refinancers, making it more important to compare available mortgage offers.

Pros and cons of NSW's shared home equity scheme

NSW government may help pay 30-40% of the value of properties for frontline workers, single parents, and older single Australians in a new shared equity trial scheme. Let's explore the pros and cons of this scheme.

Big bank mortgage rate hikes kick in

The big four bank mortgage rate hikes kick in, but millions of savers miss out.

Which banks have hiked home loan interest rates so far?

The cash rate is on the move again, and millions of Australian homeowners may be wondering if their bank is passing on the latest hike in full to their mortgage.

CBA hikes home loan rates and some savings accounts by 0.50%

Australia’s largest bank, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, has announced it will pass on yesterday’s full June RBA cash rate hike to its variable home loan customers.

27 home loan cashback deals up for grabs in June

In June, there are 27 lenders offering cash back home loan deals to eligible customers. These cash back deals range from $1,000 - $10,000, depending on the size of the home loan.

NAB and ANZ play follow the leader hiking for home loans, but staying ‘mum’ on savings accounts

NAB and ANZ have both announced they are passing on the RBA rate hike, in full, to their variable rate mortgage customers, effective 17 June.

Banks tightening lending and rates on the rise: how much can you still borrow?

Some of Australia’s biggest banks have tightened their lending standards. So, how much can you still borrow based on your income before you're taking on 'risky' debt levels?

Some of the best home loans in June 2022

With interest rates having increased following the May 2022 cash rate hike, and the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) potentially looking to raise rates further in the future, it’s important to compare and carefully consider your options before applying for a new home loan or refinancing an existing mortgage.