The report also found the big four gained $1.1billion as a result of 2017 rate increases
New figures show the value of home loans in October, but some areas show a big improvement
The group recently merged with a bank, which has now seen growth across all metrics
The online lender will now have access to the mortgage group’s more than 450 brokers
Home loan arrears fell in April, with the biggest drop for non-conforming mortgages
The reserve bank has considered recent economic conditions to make a decision
The reserve bank is due to announce its decision on the cash rate
The bank joins a group of others which have recently raised their rates, despite a cash rate hold
Changes to First Home Owner Grants will affect buyers in QLD and ACT
Eight recommendations have been made to help increase the supply of capital to SMEs