With the RBA delivering another blow to mortgage holders’ borrowing capacity in May, data nerds Arjun Paliwal and Leigh Paliwal offer insights into how mortgage holders can improve their financial positions.

Arjun, founder of InvestorKit, and Leigh, director at Hills Finance, take a closer look at how the lending landscape has shifted in the wake of 11 interest rate hikes, including banks scrapping cashback offers, adjustments to fixed rates, and tightening in serviceability requirements.

Amid the challenging high-interest rate environment, the duo explore strategies for borrowers to find flexibility in their mortgages.

Lastly, they unpack the investment opportunities available to property buyers in Queensland who are working within a budget of $500,000 and below.