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Surge in Investor Refinancing Hits Record Levels in Australia
Surge in Investor Refinancing Hits Record Levels in Australia
28 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori
Recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals a significant surge in investor refinancing activities, reaching unprecedented levels in the final quarter of 2025. This trend underscores a growing inclination among property investors to restructure their mortgage arrangements to capitalise on favourable market conditions. - read more
ANZ Adjusts Variable Home Loan Rates in Response to RBA's Cash Rate Increase
ANZ Adjusts Variable Home Loan Rates in Response to RBA's Cash Rate Increase
28 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori
ANZ Bank has announced an increase in its variable home loan interest rates, following the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) recent decision to raise the official cash rate. Effective from 13 February 2026, ANZ's variable interest rates will rise by 0.25% per annum. - read more
Australian Homeowners Rush to Refinance Amidst Rising Interest Rates
Australian Homeowners Rush to Refinance Amidst Rising Interest Rates
28 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori
In the wake of the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) recent interest rate hikes, there has been a notable surge in home loan refinancing across the country. Homeowners are proactively seeking better mortgage deals to mitigate the impact of rising rates on their financial commitments. - read more

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