Will Paige is a senior journalist at mortgage broking title, The Adviser. He writes news and features about the Australian broking industry and property market, reporting on regulation, lending trends, banking and emerging technology. Before joining The Adviser in 2024, Will covered M&A and debt financing news at London-based publication TMT Finance. He has previously written about business and finance news for a variety of media brands including Insider Intelligence, The Sunday Times Fast Track and Alliance News. Contact Will at: [email protected].
What do brokers think of crypto-backed mortgages?
With plans announced for Australia’s “first Bitcoin-backed home loan”, brokers have unpacked their thoughts on the viability of crypto-backed mortgages.
BROKER • Wed, 16 Jul 2025
Franchisee growth drives record loan volumes at Resolve Finance
The brokerage settled $2.2 billion in loans over FY25, following a ‘standout year’ of franchise growth.
BROKER • Wed, 16 Jul 2025
Parents have biggest influence on banking choices
The majority of consumers still pick their bank based on parental influence, according to new research, potentially missing out on better rates.
LENDER • Tue, 15 Jul 2025
WA and Qld average mortgage size continues to rise: AFG
The average mortgage size lodged by AFG brokers continues to rise, but the increase varies across states.
BORROWER • Tue, 15 Jul 2025
‘Urgent’ reforms needed to fix housing crisis: CBA
The major bank has pushed the government for ‘urgency’ to ensure the correct policy settings are in place to build new homes.
COMPLIANCE • Tue, 15 Jul 2025
Mortgage lodgements hit record high at AFG
AFG brokers lodged a record $27 billion in home loans in the June quarter, a new quarterly record for the group.
BORROWER • Mon, 14 Jul 2025
Bizcap expands into continental Europe
The business finance lender has launched operations in Luxembourg in its latest overseas growth push.
LENDER • Wed, 09 Jul 2025
Borrowers could seek advice from brokers sooner, research shows
Aspiring home buyers may be waiting too long to speak to brokers, as the upfront savings required could be less than expected, according to Great Southern Bank.
BORROWER • Mon, 07 Jul 2025
Rate cuts drive pre-approvals rise
Pre-approval rates are climbing as interest rates ease, according to brokerage Loan Market.
BORROWER • Sun, 06 Jul 2025