33 - Unlocking Rising Rates, Market Uncertainty and What It Means for First Home Buyers

There's a lot happening right now. Another interest rate rise, global uncertainty, fuel and supply issues, and a federal budget just around the corner. If you're a first home buyer, you might be wondering what all of this actually means for you and your plans.In this market update episode, Jack Elliott and Chris Bates sit down to talk through what's going on in the market, what first home buyers are actually seeing, and most importantly, what you should focus on right now.We break down the practical impact of the latest interest rate rise on your repayments and borrowing capacity, talk through your options around fixing versus variable rates, and share a three step plan to help you move forward with clarity and confidence, no matter what the market is doing externally.In this episode: 🔑 What's actually happening in the market right now for first home buyers🔑 The practical impact of the latest interest rate rise on repayments and borrowing capacity🔑 Fixed versus variable rates and how to decide what suits your situation🔑 A three step plan to help you focus on what you can controlTimestamps 00:00 - What We're Seeing in the Market Right Now06:57 - The Impact of the Rate Rise09:54 - Should You Fix Your Rate?13:17 - Your Three Step Action PlanUnlock your Free ResourcesDownload Your Goals & Visions WorkbookDownload Your April 2026 Market Update ResourceMentioned Episodes: Episode 25 | Unlocking Interest Rates and Why They MoveWant to keep the conversation going? 👉 Join the First Home Unlocked Facebook Community📅 Book a chat with Jack for tailored support📱Follow Us on social media: Instagram, TikTok, Youtubefirsthomeunlocked.com.au