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]
Treasurer Jim Chalmers backs Fed chair following criminal investigation
The federal Treasurer has thrown his support behind the RBA’s public defence of Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, after a criminal investigation was launched against ...
BORROWER • Mon, 19 Jan 2026
Brokerage expands regional presence after new acquisition
A leading brokerage has acquired a longstanding mortgage broking firm in Ballarat, as it widens its reach in regional Victoria.
BROKER • Fri, 16 Jan 2026
Brokerage reveals new EGM as it builds franchise model
A leading independent brokerage has appointed its first executive general manager of sales and distribution as it prepares to launch a franchise model.
BROKER • Thu, 15 Jan 2026
MFAA releases broker guides on growing their businesses
The association for mortgage and finance brokers has completed its new guide to promote “sustainable and successful” business with the issuance of two new points.
BROKER • Thu, 15 Jan 2026
Investor surge fuelled national home price boom in 2025: NAB
A housing monitor conducted by the major bank has revealed investors are snapping up loans at record paces, signalling a demand-driven 2026 housing surge.
LENDER • Thu, 15 Jan 2026
Non-bank lender announces new head of sales and strategic partnerships
Cath Ryan, former general manager of Viking Commercial Aggregation, has been appointed to lead the non-bank’s sales and strategic partnerships team.
LENDER • Wed, 14 Jan 2026
Finstro unveils senior appointment to bolster broker-led solutions
A veteran of the finance and technology sector has been named as Finstro’s new strategic partnerships manager to help boost its broker arm.
LENDER • Tue, 13 Jan 2026