by Stephen Walsh | Mar 17, 2026 | News, Interest Rates
The Reserve Bank of Australia delivered a second consecutive rate increase for 2026, hiking the official cash rate today by a further 0.25%. Many borrowers had hoped that February’s rate hike would be a single adjustment for the year. Instead, the RBA has opted...
by Stephen Walsh | Feb 5, 2026 | Interest Rates, News
Last Updated: 05/02/2026 The Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted the official cash rate by 0.25 percentage points, adding fresh pressure to household budgets already stretched by the cost of living. As always, the RBA’s decision does not automatically mean every...
by Stephen Walsh | Feb 3, 2026 | News, Interest Rates
What Today’s Decision Means for Borrowers and the Property Market The Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted the official cash rate by 0.25% to 3.85%, delivering its first rate increase of 2026. The decision reflects the RBA’s growing concern that inflation remains too...
by Stephen Walsh | Aug 14, 2025 | Interest Rates, News
Last Updated: 14/08/2025 Great news for borrowers: following the RBA’s decision to cut the official cash rate by 0.25% on August 12, 2025, bringing it down to 3.60%, a number of lenders have already confirmed they’ll be passing the full reduction on to variable home...
by Stephen Walsh | Dec 19, 2024 | First Home Buyer
When it comes to understanding home loans and mortgages, having the right information can make all the difference. Whether you’re a first-time home buyer, property investor, or looking to refinance, it’s only natural to have questions. That’s why we’re breaking...
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