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RBA set to cut rates
by Staff Reporter • 20 Aug 2008
Despite the risk of inflation, minutes from the bank’s meeting showed the risk of a “deeper and more... READ MORE
First home buyer affordability remains at 24 year low
by Staff Reporter • 18 Aug 2008
The index inched up 0.3 per cent in the quarter but was still 6 per cent lower than the same time last year.
In... READ MORE
Lending competition healthy: RBA
by Staff Reporter • 15 Aug 2008
In its submission to the committee’s Inquiry into Competition in the Banking and Non-Banking Sectors, the RBA... READ MORE
Baby-boomers push younger borrowers from property market
by Staff Reporter • 15 Aug 2008
The report – derived from research by Roy Morgan – found that older Australians, buoyed by strong... READ MORE
Business credit slumps
by Staff Reporter • 12 Aug 2008
The result is down from 17 per cent six months ago.
Variable interest rates on large business loans had increased... READ MORE
Prospects for rate cut increasing: RBA
by Staff Reporter • 12 Aug 2008
The evidence to date, the statement read, was that “a significant moderation in demand is now occurring, and it... READ MORE
Rate cuts on the cards: RBA
by Staff Reporter • 6 Aug 2008
Glenn Stevens, monetary policy governor, said it was looking increasingly likely that demand would remain subdued and... READ MORE
Activity forecast for investor market
by Staff Reporter • 31 Jul 2008
Rental rates have surged by as much as 25 per cent in some locations over the past year, according to Australian... READ MORE
Calm Melbourne market provides opportunities for buyers
by Staff Reporter • 29 Jul 2008
The median detached house price rose by 4.9 per cent to $451,000, Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) data... READ MORE
US legislation milestone for housing market
by Staff Reporter • 28 Jul 2008
The legislation will provide for US$300 billion in assistance for troubled home owners as well as a rescue plan for... READ MORE
Lack of affordable housing keeps Gen Ys with mum and dad
by Staff Reporter • 25 Jul 2008
The proportion of Generation Ys living with their parents surpassed 50 per cent in 2006.
Housing Industry... READ MORE
Uni Credit Union and mecu merge
by Staff Reporter • 24 Jul 2008
The amalgamation will create a $1.7 billion credit union with 18 branches and 230 staff.
Peter Crocker,... READ MORE
Government urged to provide consumer education on mortgage market
by Staff Reporter • 18 Jul 2008
Lisa Montgomery, Resi’s head of consumer advocacy said consumer education of how non-banks help maintain low... READ MORE

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