A survey commissioned by Realco found that nearly 80% of Lithuanian residents own their homes, with renters spending significantly more on housing than those with mortgages.

More first-time buyer loans were concluded in the first half of this year compared to the same period last year, according to the Kadaster, with over 8% of first-time mortgage holders in early 2026 using such financing.

Australian mortgage holders have "dodged a bullet" as new ABS data shows inflation unexpectedly eased to 3.8%, lower than anticipated. This development makes an interest rate hike by the Reserve Bank next month less likely.

Mortgage holders are advised to prepare for potentially three interest rate hikes this year as the European Central Bank convenes this week. The ECB's decision is a key event in the business week, alongside other financial assessments.

The Court of Justice of the European Union (TSUE) is examining whether a strict application of the statute of limitations could unduly hinder Polish 'frankowicze' (Swiss franc mortgage holders) from exercising their rights to challenge loan agreement terms.

A report categorizes mortgage holders into three groups based on their interest rates, ranging from rock-bottom to over 6%, highlighting the implications for each group.

Oil prices have risen sharply in recent weeks, leading to significant economic implications. Norway is identified as a major beneficiary, China as a key player, and Swedish mortgage holders as potential losers.

Australia's falling house prices are being presented as a positive development for mortgage holders, a trend noted by RBA governor Michele Bullock.

Australia's financial regulator, ASIC, found that banks charged mortgage holders an additional $55 million in interest due to errors with offset accounts, accusing them of 'not getting the basics right'.

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a ruling impacting Polish 'frankowiczów' (Swiss franc mortgage holders), stating that faulty annexes should be treated as if they never existed, allowing national courts to restore original agreements.

Reserve Bank of Australia’s second consecutive increase lifts cash rate target to where it was in February last year Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The Reserve Bank has increased interest rates amid a global energy shock that threatens to push Australian inflation towards 5%. The hike takes the RBA’s cash rate target from 3.85% to 4.1%, back to where it was in February 2025, wiping out the relief offered by...

First-time buyers in the UK are benefiting from the largest selection of low-deposit mortgages since 2008, while a new mortgage crisis is quietly impacting vulnerable homeowners.

The Riksbank has issued a warning about a potential interest rate hike, advising mortgage holders on how to consider their options. This announcement comes after a recent interest rate decision, signaling possible future monetary policy adjustments.

New regulations have come into effect, automatically suspending mortgage payments for 'frankowiczów' (Swiss franc loan holders) and establishing new rules for AI, including deepfakes, chats, and texts. These changes impact both financial and technological sectors.

Hundreds of thousands of Czech mortgage holders who secured rates around two percent five years ago are now facing substantial increases, with interest rates potentially starting at five percent upon refinancing, marking the largest wave of refixations since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mortgage holders are rushing to fix their home-loan rates, fearing that a spate of increases are on the way.

Strikes by Israel and the United States in Iran have been reflected in interest rates. Experts explain the effects of the war on mortgage holders.