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Nationwide Slashes Mortgage Rates Below 4%

Nationwide Building Society has intensified the mortgage rate war, cutting its fixed-rate deals to as low as 3.60%. Discover how this impacts borrowers and the UK housing market.

One in Five First-Time Buyers Over 40

New Santander figures reveal a staggering rise in older first-time buyers, with one in five now over 40. Experts warn the UK property market is 'broken'. Discover the data and the urgent call for more homes.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

RBA holds rates at 12-year high amid cost crisis

The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains its tough stance against inflation, keeping interest rates at 4.35% while households face mounting financial pressure from rising expenses across housing, utilities and essentials.

RBA Governor's sporting cliches amid rate pain

As the Reserve Bank governor deploys sporting metaphors, stretched Australian households face mounting financial pressure with no relief in sight for cost of living crisis.

RBA Holds Rates as Inflation Surprise Rattles Economy

The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates despite unexpected inflation data, signalling cautious optimism amid economic uncertainty. Analysis of what this means for mortgages and the broader economy.

Risky 'Arm' Loans Make Worrying UK Comeback

Exclusive investigation reveals dangerous interest-only mortgages are returning to Britain's housing market, raising alarm bells among financial experts as economic uncertainty grows.

Forever Home Dream Dies as UK Owners Stay Put for 12 Years

New data reveals British homeowners are staying put for nearly twice as long as two decades ago, with soaring costs and mortgage rates killing the 'forever home' aspiration. Exclusive analysis shows how the property ladder has become a mountain to climb.

Barefoot Investor: RBA flying blind on rates

Financial guru Scott Pape delivers scathing assessment of Reserve Bank's interest rate decisions, claiming Australians are paying the price for economic mismanagement in cost of living crisis.

Westpac housing scheme applications double

Australia's Westpac reports unprecedented demand for Labor's Help to Buy scheme, with applications doubling as aspiring homeowners rush to secure shared equity mortgages.

UK Economic Storm: Energy and Mortgage Crisis Deepens

Millions of British families face financial turmoil as energy prices skyrocket and mortgage costs escalate, creating a perfect storm for household budgets. New government data reveals alarming trends that could push the UK toward recession.

US Housing Market Crash: Economists Sound Alarm

A dramatic plunge in American property transactions has triggered alarm bells among leading economists, who warn this chilling trend could signal serious trouble for the entire US economy.

Australian Mortgage Crisis: 1 in 3 in Severe Financial Stress

Exclusive analysis reveals nearly a third of Australian mortgage holders are experiencing 'severe financial stress' with interest rate hikes pushing thousands toward breaking point. Experts warn of potential defaults and economic fallout.

Mortgage Shock 2025: Why You Must Act Now

Exclusive expert analysis reveals the looming mortgage crisis set to hit UK homeowners in 2025. Discover crucial strategies to protect your finances as fixed-rate deals expire and payments soar.

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