976 articles written by Alex Ritchie
How many more interest rate hikes do we have left?
The RBA is expected to hike the cash rate next Tuesday. Millions of Australian homeowners must be wondering how many more interest rate hikes they can reasonably expect to pay.
Alex Ritchie -
27 Oct, 2022 -
5 min read
Another 50bps rate hike? What to expect from the RBA November meeting
Three of the big four banks are predicting another 25 basis point cash rate hike on Tuesday at the Reserve Bank of Australia’s next Board meeting to set the cash rate.
Alex Ritchie -
27 Oct, 2022 -
6 min read
Inflation rate hits 7.3%: what does this mean for the cash rate and your home loan?
Inflation has reached a record not seen since the 1990s, according to the latest figures released by the ABS. This could spell bad news for mortgage holders across the country.
Alex Ritchie -
26 Oct, 2022 -
5 min read
If I don't like my new lender after I refinance, can I go back to my previous lender?
Struggling with refinancers' remorse? Discover your options if you've switched lenders but realised you want to go back to your old lender.
Alex Ritchie -
25 Oct, 2022 -
4 min read
RBA expects property prices may fall by 20%: the rising risk of mortgage prison
National property prices could fall by as much as 20% off the back of the cash rate increases, according to the Reserve Bank of Australia, in documents released under Freedom of Information.
Alex Ritchie -
24 Oct, 2022 -
5 min read
Who hiked interest rates October so far?
Last week, the RBA hiked the cash rate to 2.60%, the sixth consecutive monthly increase since May 2022. Millions of Australian homeowners may be curious to know when their bank may be passing this rate change on to them.
Alex Ritchie -
13 Oct, 2022 -
4 min read
Credit cards with bonus frequent flyer points to take you from LA to London in October
Daydreaming of a holiday? A credit card with bonus frequent flyer points on sign up may help make your dream a reality – if you know where to look.
Alex Ritchie -
12 Oct, 2022 -
4 min read
Earn 300k bonus points on sign up with October’s top credit cards
Attention points chasers: this month, there are up to 300,000 bonus credit card points on offer for those who know where to look. In October, there are ten credit cards offering six-figure bulk points bonuses on sign up.
Alex Ritchie -
11 Oct, 2022 -
3 min read
You might qualify for a LMI waiver - but you'll have to be a doctor or an accountant
In Australia, some professionals can qualify to have LMI waived – but they may not be the borrowers you expect. RateCity research shows that the major banks offer a LMI waiver for medical and legal professionals.
Alex Ritchie -
11 Oct, 2022 -
5 min read
The biggest home loan cashback deals on offer in October for refinancers and new purchases
This month, there are 32 cash back deals on offer for refinancers, with six available for new purchases, ranging anywhere from $1,500 to $10,000, depending on the value of the property.
Alex Ritchie -
11 Oct, 2022 -
3 min read