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The major and the non-bank have revealed changes to policy to accommodate increased demand from borrowers.

Buying a house is cheaper than renting in less than 10 per cent of suburbs nationwide, with regional areas offering the best affordability amid high interest rates.

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Recent interest rate cuts are spurring some borrower confidence and helping turn around dwelling approval rates following a slump.

The clock has reset, ladies and gentlemen. The books have now closed on the financial year 2025 and I’m feeling an electric sense of possibility in the air.

The next wave of the Home Guarantee Scheme has been released, with 50,000 new places now available for the 2025–26 financial year.

Getting in early before the Reserve Bank’s meeting on 8 July, the major has cut its fixed rates.

The strong growth from the western state had plenty jumping on the bandwagon. However, this growth is likely to stagnate, said one buyer’s agent.

The non-major has revealed updated policy in a bid to remove confusion and increase transparency.

The long-discussed merger came into effect from 1 July, creating one of the country’s largest mutual banks.

The new product available today (1 July) aims to cut costs and reduce processing times.

The clawback debate has fired up once again, with industry figures expressing grievances with the practice, labelling it unfair.

Recent data highlighting a rise in investors seeking brokers compared to owner-occupiers paints a picture of the shifting landscape of lending.

Subdued interest rates are invigorating borrowers, resulting in climbing home values. However, a lack of stock is helping keep figures in proportion.

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