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Australian regulator cracks down on high-risk lending as property prices surge. New rules limit mortgages over 6x income to protect financial stability and affordability.
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Mortgage experts warn surveyor down valuations are rising, with London properties marked down 10% on average, causing sales to fall through. Discover the impact on buyers.
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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's legal team accuses Trump administration of 'cherry-picking' facts in mortgage fraud case. Read the full defence details.
UK house prices fell 1.8% in November, the largest drop for the month in over a decade. Budget uncertainty and a surge in price reductions are impacting the market.
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Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell confirms he is the latest target of Donald Trump's retribution campaign, facing a federal criminal investigation for alleged mortgage fraud. Discover the full story.
Donald Trump proposes 50-year mortgages to address US housing affordability, but experts warn it could double interest payments and deepen inequality. Analysis of this controversial plan.
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Former PM John Howard joins current leader in rare bipartisan call for four-year parliamentary terms, marking 50th anniversary of Whitlam's dismissal. Read the full story.
The Bank of England's decision to maintain interest rates at 4% brings surprising silver linings for homeowners, businesses and the UK economy. Discover why stability might be the new growth.
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The Reserve Bank of Australia defies expectations by keeping interest rates steady despite unexpected inflation pressures. What this means for mortgages and the economy.
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