Charlie Tchetchenian

Charlie Tchetchenian

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Charlie Tchetchenian is a senior journalist at Momentum's mortgage broking title, The Adviser. Charlie writes news, features and original articles about the Australian broking industry, the mortgage market, financial regulation and the wider lending landscape. Prior to joining The Adviser in early 2026, Charlie worked as a digital reporter for News24.com.au (formerly Sky News Australia) and has been a journalist writing for numerous independent community publications in Sydney’s north-west. Charlie has also worked as a political adviser for ex-New South Wales treasurer Matthew Kean. When Charlie is not writing news, he is performing as a jazz singer, holding regular headline shows around Sydney. Get in touch with Charlie at [email protected]

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5% deposit turbocharges cheaper homes as price gap widens

New figures have shown that properties that sit below the 5 per cent Deposit Scheme’s price caps are racing ahead, squeezing the pool of eligible suburbs nationwide.

BORROWER • Wed, 22 Apr 2026

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Brokers reveal loans they’re choosing not to write

Brokers have revealed the types of loans they are increasingly opting not to write, as more step away from highly leveraged, time-consuming deals.

BROKER • Tue, 21 Apr 2026

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Pepper powers into 2026 with double-digit lending surge

Quarterly applications and originations have jumped at Pepper Money, as the lender flags volatile conditions and rising borrower strain.

LENDER • Tue, 21 Apr 2026

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Brokers say shifting pre-approvals leaving borrowers exposed

Rapid rate hikes are rendering home loan pre-approvals unreliable, brokers have warned, leaving more buyers exposed at auction.

BROKER • Mon, 20 Apr 2026

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FBAA warns CGT shake-up will deepen rental pain

The Finance Brokers Association of Australia has said the federal government’s plans to wind back investor tax breaks will worsen rental stress and shrink supply.

BORROWER • Mon, 20 Apr 2026

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Upgraders power AFG flows as refinancing hits record low

Refinance share has slipped to its lowest point on record at Australian Finance Group, even as overall home loan activity remained at near peak levels.

AGGREGATOR • Mon, 20 Apr 2026

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Brokers slam major’s cash payments to retain borrowers

A major bank’s move to offer retention payments and rate discounts to stop borrowers from switching lenders has inflamed broker frustration and trust concerns.

BROKER • Sun, 19 Apr 2026

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Liberty appoints distribution veteran as new group manager

Liberty Network Services (LNS) has appointed long‑time distribution specialist Matthew Whyte as its new group manager.

BROKER • Sun, 19 Apr 2026

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FBAA urges banks to ‘eliminate’ introducer schemes amid fraud storm

The FBAA has said that banks must dump their controversial referral and introducer models as scrutiny over mortgage fraud intensifies.

BROKER • Sun, 19 Apr 2026

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