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How Rising Living Costs Are Shaping the Australian Housing Market

As the holiday season approaches, Australians are making adjustments to their spending habits due to increasing living costs. The latest CommBank iQ Cost of Living Insights report reveals that spending has grown by only 1.5% over the past year, lagging behind inflation. This data highlights significant differences in spending patterns across generations and regions. Young …

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Wage Growth in Australia Slows Down: Here’s What It Could Mean for Interest Rates and Your Wallet

Sluggish Wage Growth and Rising Costs Recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows wage growth slowing down, with the Wage Price Index (WPI) rising just 3.5% for the quarter ending in September. For the first time since mid-2023, WPI growth has dropped below 4%, and average hourly wage increases have slipped to …

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Homeowners Save Thousands as Mortgage Rates Continue to Drop!

The observed decline in trends has compelled lenders to lower interest rates, thereby creating a favorable opportunity for both prospective homebuyers and current homeowners to explore their mortgage options. Today’s update. South West Slopes Bank Launches Lowest Fixed Rate Home Loan in a Year • South West Slopes Bank, has finally launched the building’s new …

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