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More lenders announce investor servicing reset
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 26 May 2026
Two more lenders have begun hard‑wiring Labor’s negative gearing changes into their systems, tightening how... READ MORE

Third-party fraud dropped in 2025
by Annie Kane • 26 May 2026
As the mortgage industry continues to untangle a major fraud crisis, data has revealed a surprising trend: third-party... READ MORE

Albanese locks in CGT, negative gearing bill date
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 25 May 2026
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed when his housing‑focused tax overhaul will hit Parliament while... READ MORE

MFAA presses for fair share of soaring CSLR bill
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 25 May 2026
The MFAA is calling for fundamental changes to prevent brokers from subsidising financial advice compensation claims... READ MORE

Aussie moves to new conveyancer as Settle Easy goes into...
by Annie Kane • 25 May 2026
Aussie Home Loans has had to move to a new conveyancing partner for in-house conveyancing services after the news that... READ MORE

Octet bolsters sales team as SME lending demand climbs
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 25 May 2026
Rising demand for non‑property‑backed SME finance has prompted Octet to ramp up its broker‑focused sales... READ MORE

Assetline taps new NSW/ACT leader as volumes climb
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 25 May 2026
Assetline Capital has reshaped its leadership ranks in NSW and the ACT, as demand for its specialist loans continues to... READ MORE

APRA says banks and borrowers can ride out downturn
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 25 May 2026
Australia’s prudential regulator has said banks and borrowers are well placed to ride out a downturn, yet cautioned... READ MORE

NAB shifts rate hike call as jobless rate rises
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 22 May 2026
National Australia Bank has pushed back its time frame for the next cash rate increase after the unemployment rate... READ MORE

Mortgage Choice unveils AI tool to flag active buyers, sellers
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 22 May 2026
Mortgage Choice has introduced a new AI‑driven intent signal for its broker network, tapping data to highlight which... READ MORE

AFG maps next chapter with tailored growth plan
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 22 May 2026
AFG’s aggregation arm is sharpening its focus on tailored member support and technology “optionality” as it sets... READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 18–22 May
by Reporter • 22 May 2026
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 22... READ MORE

Gen Z stampedes into housing as 5% scheme spurs demand
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 21 May 2026
New figures have revealed a sharp lift in first home buyer inquiries as younger cohorts rush to use the uncapped 5 per... READ MORE

Bendigo rolls out ‘virtual banker’ support for brokers
by Annie Kane • 21 May 2026
A team of 50 personal bankers and home lending specialists is now offering brokers and their customers support on the... READ MORE

Plenti’s loan book exceeds $3bn as originations surge
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 21 May 2026
Rapid loan growth and an expanded partnership with NAB have capped a milestone year for the fintech lender. READ MORE

Tasmania locks in $20k grant for first home builds
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 21 May 2026
Tasmania has moved to keep extra support flowing for first home construction, confirming its budget would deliver a... READ MORE

Revealed: Finsure–Hai Money break-up laid bare
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 20 May 2026
Court documents have exposed how Finsure shifted from supporting Hai Money to terminating the sub-aggregation agreement... READ MORE

Senate probe reveals structural drivers of housing crisis
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 20 May 2026
A Senate inquiry has warned that the federal government is on track to fall short of its housing targets as major fault... READ MORE

RBA reveals logic behind May hike as majors split on outlook
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 20 May 2026
Fresh minutes have shown inflation and war‑driven cost shocks tipped the balance towards a May cash rate hike, with... READ MORE

CBA appoints first chief AI scientist
by Reporter • 20 May 2026
The major has appointed an internationally recognised artificial intelligence (AI) researcher to the new role. READ MORE

Why 2026 represents the biggest opportunity for new brokers
by Annie Kane • 19 May 2026
Artificial intelligence is enabling emerging mortgage brokers to set up for success faster than ever before, creating a... READ MORE

New deal announced to unlock 51k Qld homes
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 19 May 2026
A new federal–state pact will channel infrastructure funding into key growth areas, while reserving a large tranche... READ MORE

Macquarie scraps negative gearing add-backs for investors
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 18 May 2026
Macquarie Bank has rewritten its investor credit rules, stripping out key tax benefits as the major banks weigh their... READ MORE

Court freezes Finsure’s bid to cut ties with Hai Money
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 18 May 2026
A judge has stepped in to pause Finsure’s attempt to sever its sub‑aggregation agreement with Hai Money. READ MORE

ASIC pursues steeper fines against payday lenders

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 18 May 2026
ASIC is taking its Cigno and BSF payday lending case back to the Full Federal Court, saying that a $7 million penalty... READ MORE