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Interest Rate Cut: What does it actually mean and where to from here?

24th February 2025 27m 24s Guest: Steve and Luke from Loan Gallery

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The cash rate cut is here, but what does it actually mean for homebuyers and homeowners? In this episode, finance experts Steve and Luke from Loan Gallery break down how the 0.25% reduction impacts borrowing capacity, mortgage repayments, and market sentiment, revealing where the real opportunities lie in today's property market. Don't miss it!

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