04/06/2026
If you’ve been feeling the pinch lately, you’re not alone.
New Roy Morgan research shows 1.47 million Australians are now considered “at risk” of mortgage stress, following the Reserve Bank of Australia’s back-to-back rate hikes earlier this year.
Financial pressure has a way of sn*******ng. A late payment here, a missed bill there, and before long, your credit file starts to reflect the struggle, not the person.
But here’s the important thing: your credit score is not permanent.
It responds to recent behaviour more than past setbacks. Consistently paying on time, reducing credit card balances and regularly checking your report for errors can all help improve your score over time.
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