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RBA Rate Rise Puts Household Budgets Back Under Pressure

04 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori

The Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted the cash rate target by 25 basis points to 4.85%, taking borrowing costs to their highest level since the global financial crisis period and reminding households that the inflation fight is not yet finished. The 3 November 2026 decision was not unanimous, with six board members voting for the increase and three preferring to leave rates on hold. - read more

Cup Day Rate Rise Resets the First-Home Budget

04 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori

The Reserve Bank of Australia's November 2026 decision to lift the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.85 per cent has made the first-home affordability equation more complicated again. For buyers still saving, comparing loans or relying on an earlier borrowing estimate, the latest move is a reminder that a purchase budget can change quickly even when property prices are softening. - read more

Apartment approvals rise, but the new-home signal is mixed

04 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori

Australia’s new housing pipeline has delivered a mixed signal for first-home buyers, with the ABS reporting a September lift in total dwelling approvals but a fall in private house approvals. The 2 November 2026 release suggests future supply may be leaning more heavily towards apartments and other higher-density homes, a shift that could matter for buyers weighing affordability, location and loan size over the next year. - read more

Latest EV Delivery Data Adds Another Budget Check for Buyers

04 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori

Australia’s electric vehicle market has entered the final stretch of 2026 with another sign of sustained buyer interest, after the Electric Vehicle Council’s October vehicle sales report showed combined Tesla and Polestar battery electric deliveries of 4,168 vehicles for the month. The figure does not cover the whole EV market, but it is still useful for finance-minded buyers because it shows that demand for popular electric models remains active even as household budgets stay under pressure. - read more

What the November RBA Rate Rise Means for Motorbike Buyers

03 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori

The Reserve Bank of Australia’s 3 November 2026 decision to lift the cash rate target by 25 basis points to 4.85 per cent gives motorcycle buyers a fresh reason to slow down and check the finance numbers before committing to a bike. The move does not mean every motorbike loan will automatically become more expensive overnight, but it does increase pressure on the broader cost of credit and may influence how lenders price new fixed and variable-rate offers. - read more

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Truck Loan Articles

Commercial Truck Loans in Australia: A Buyer's Guide for Businesses

Commercial truck finance can help Australian businesses spread the cost of buying or using a truck over time. This guide explains how commercial truck loans work, what to compare, which documents lenders may request, and how to think about repayments, running costs and loan management before committing to a finance contract. - read more

5 Tips on Securing Low-Interest Rates for Your Vehicle Purchase

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Why a Pre-Approval Can Give You an Advantage When Buying a Truck

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How to maintain your truck to extend its lifespan in Australian conditions

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