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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Amount of 5% deposit properties converted to investments revealed

New figures have revealed how many homes secured through the 5 per cent Deposit Scheme have been turned into investment properties.

BORROWER • Thu, 06 Aug 2026

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Bank of Sydney bolsters leadership ranks

Bank of Sydney’s new CEO Kieran McKenna has moved to reshape the lender’s leadership team for its next growth phase.

LENDER • Thu, 06 Aug 2026

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AMP Bank loan book records half-yearly decline

AMP Bank’s half-year results have revealed a softer loan book, with lending dynamics shifting.

LENDER • Thu, 06 Aug 2026

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Treasury revises tax overhaul after releasing new carve-outs

Draft changes to the federal government’s tax overhaul have outlined protections for widows, trusts, and new housing.

BROKER • Wed, 05 Aug 2026

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MFAA calls for changes to new discretionary trust tax

The MFAA has said the federal government’s new discretionary trust tax plan may punish businesses unless carve-outs and transition rules are improved.

BROKER • Wed, 05 Aug 2026

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ASIC unveils new strategy to sharpen small business support

The regulator has pledged clearer guidance, easier interactions, and tougher action on misconduct as it refreshes its national small business framework.

COMPLIANCE • Wed, 05 Aug 2026

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NAB appoints Anna Bligh to board

National Australia Bank has appointed former Queensland premier Anna Bligh to its board.

LENDER • Wed, 05 Aug 2026

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Complaints hit record highs as banking dominates case load

AFCA’s latest figures have shown consumer disputes climbing to new peaks, with banking and finance driving another year of six‑figure complaint volumes.

COMPLIANCE • Tue, 04 Aug 2026

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Household Capital completes Macquarie reverse mortgage acquisition

A major book transfer has brought thousands of new customers into the fold of a home‑equity lender.

LENDER • Tue, 04 Aug 2026

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