In Australia’s volatile mortgage environment, there’s no such thing as a safe bet. Advocates, an economist and a broker share their perspectives on how households should respond to RBA’s rising interest rates Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email The Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to lift the cash rate this week has been unsurprisingly controversial. Rising interest rates are putting many homeowners in a precarious position. If you have a mortgage, chances are you’re going to feel the pinch, and you might also worry about how you’ll meet your repayments if rates continue rising. Sign up for our rundown of must-reads, pop culture and tips for the weekend, every Saturday morning In Australia, the national debt helpline is available on 1800 007 007. In the UK, Citizens Advice offers a debt helpline on 0800 240 4420 Continue reading...