Rate Rise Meets Housing Shortage
The Reserve Bank of Australia has officially increased the cash rate by 0.25 percentage points. This decision follows a re-acceleration of inflation to 3.8%, with underlying inflation still sitting above the RBA’s preferred 2%–3% target band.
What does this mean for the property market? While higher interest rates typically tighten borrowing capacity and can lead to a cooling in price growth, the “big picture” for 2026 remains one of resilience. The critical shortage of housing across the country continues to act as a powerful counter-balance.
Read More & Stay Informed You can read the full detailed report on these economic shifts via the link below: 👉 [Link Here]
We Are Here to Help Market shifts can be complex, and we know you may have questions about how this specifically impacts your home or investment in the local area. Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions or would like a confidential discussion about your property.
Dean Inzitari – Director & Principal Broker – dean.inzitari@loanmarket.com.au
