Irish first-time-buyer mortgages hit highest level since Celtic Tiger era

The number of first-time-buyer mortgages in Ireland has risen to its highest level since the Celtic Tiger period, driven by existing homeowners switching providers ahead of anticipated rate increases. This signals strong housing demand and potential overheating in the Irish property market, with implications for household debt and financial stability.

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