Eventus Financial Featured in Australian Broker: Industry Leaders React to RBA Interest Rate Rise
As Featured in Australian Broker | Expert Commentary By Alex Veljancevski
Eventus Financial Founder and Director Alex Veljancevski has been featured in leading mortgage industry publication Australian Broker, alongside prominent economists and industry leaders, providing expert commentary on the Reserve Bank of Australia's latest interest rate increase.
Following the RBA's fourth interest rate rise of 2026, which brought the official cash rate to 4.60%, Alex highlighted the growing challenges facing Australian first home buyers, particularly the impact of higher interest rates on borrowing capacity and property affordability.
Alex explained that even when a buyer's income, living expenses and deposit remain unchanged, rising interest rates and stricter servicing requirements can significantly reduce the amount banks are willing to lend.
He also highlighted how first home buyers may face increased competition from property investors targeting more affordable properties, placing additional pressure on an already challenging housing market.
For some buyers, reduced borrowing capacity could mean reconsidering their property preferences, exploring different suburbs or adjusting their expectations from houses to townhouses or apartments.
The feature reinforces Eventus Financial's expertise in mortgage lending, borrowing capacity assessments and helping Australians navigate changing interest rate environments to make informed property decisions.