{"id":5346,"date":"2023-11-07T14:06:58","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T04:06:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/financialplus.com.au\/?p=5346"},"modified":"2023-11-07T14:06:58","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T04:06:58","slug":"rba-increases-the-cash-rate-by-25-basis-points-up-to-4-35","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/financialplus.com.au\/rba-increases-the-cash-rate-by-25-basis-points-up-to-4-35\/","title":{"rendered":"RBA increases the cash rate by 25 basis points, up to 4.35%"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased the official cash rate by 25 basis points, taking it to 4.35%. So just how much will this year\u2019s Melbourne Cup day rate hike increase your monthly repayments?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some more tough news for mortgage holders around the country today.<\/p>\n

Despite the official cash rate being on hold since June (and many hoping it would stay that way), the RBA has decided to press ahead with a second consecutive Melbourne Cup day rate rise in an attempt to rein in inflation.<\/p>\n

This means we\u2019ve now had 13 rate hikes in 18 months since 1 May 2022, and it takes the official cash rate to its highest level since November 2011.<\/p>\n

It also happens to be the first rate hike under new RBA Governor Michele Bullock, who commenced in the role in September.<\/p>\n

So why did the RBA raise the cash rate?<\/h3>\n

Governor Bullock said while inflation in Australia had passed its peak, it was still too high and was proving more persistent than expected a few months ago.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile goods price inflation has eased further, the prices of many services are continuing to rise briskly,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile the central forecast is for CPI inflation to continue to decline, progress looks to be slower than earlier expected.\u201d<\/p>\n

Governor Bullock added the RBA Board judged an increase in interest rates was warranted today to be more assured that inflation would return to target in a reasonable timeframe.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf high inflation were to become entrenched in people\u2019s expectations, it would be much more costly to reduce later, involving even higher interest rates and a larger rise in unemployment,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

How much could this latest hike increase your mortgage repayments?<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re on a variable-rate home loan, the banks will likely be increasing the interest rate on it very shortly.<\/p>\n

For an owner-occupier with a 25-year loan of $500,000 paying principal and interest, this month\u2019s 25 basis point increase means your monthly repayments could go up by about $76 a month.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s an extra $1,211 a month on your mortgage compared to 1 May 2022.<\/p>\n

If you have a $750,000 loan, repayments will likely increase by about $114 a month, up $1,816 from 1 May 2022.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, a $1 million loan will increase by about $152 a month, up about $2,422 from 1 May 2022.<\/p>\n

Need help reining in your mortgage? Get in touch<\/h3>\n

Are you feeling the pinch? You\u2019re not alone. Many households around the country are feeling the effects of 14 rate hikes in 18 months.<\/p>\n

There are also lots of people on fixed-rate home loans wondering what options will be available to them once their fixed-rate period ends.<\/p>\n

Some options we can help you explore include refinancing (which could mean increasing the length of your loan and decreasing monthly repayments), debt consolidation, or building up a cash buffer in an offset account.<\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re worried about how you might meet your repayments going forward, give us a call today. The earlier we sit down with you and help you make a plan, the better we can help you manage your mortgage moving forward.<\/p>\n

Disclaimer:<\/strong>\u00a0The content of this article is general in nature and is presented for informative purposes. It is not intended to constitute tax or financial advice, whether general or personal nor is it intended to imply any recommendation or opinion about a financial product. It does not take into consideration your personal situation and may not be relevant to circumstances. Before taking any action, consider your own particular circumstances and seek professional advice. This content is protected by copyright laws and various other intellectual property laws. It is not to be modified, reproduced or republished without prior written consent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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