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Brokers ramp up lender comparisons as exported scenarios climb

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 13 Mar 2026
Rising scenario volumes and export rates point to a sharper deal pipeline, according to Quickli. READ MORE

Mortgage stress service to widen reach after funding lift

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 13 Mar 2026
The Victorian government has unveiled a $4 million budget boost to expand Mortgage Stress Victoria’s free support for... READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 9–13...

by Reporter • 13 Mar 2026
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 13... READ MORE

Winners crowned at Better Business Awards Qld

by Annie Kane • 12 Mar 2026
A total of 22 Queensland-based winners have been announced for the annual Better Business Awards. READ MORE

Big 4 unite behind twin March, May hikes

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 12 Mar 2026
All of the nation’s major banks have now converged on a sharper interest rate path as markets brace for a pivotal... READ MORE

RBA flags hotter inflation as expectations soar

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 12 Mar 2026
Reserve Bank of Australia deputy governor Andrew Hauser has flagged higher inflation as consumer inflation expectations... READ MORE

Perth sprints ahead as Sydney, Melbourne stall

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 12 Mar 2026
New figures have found mid-sized capitals are racing ahead, while the nation’s two largest cities continue to lose... READ MORE

Homesafe taps new distribution chief to broaden equity access

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 12 Mar 2026
A new partnerships chief is set to steer Homesafe’s first major tilt into the third‑party channel. READ MORE

NAB, CBA, and Westpac tip back-to-back rate hikes

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 11 Mar 2026
Three of Australia’s biggest banks have shifted their calls on the Reserve Bank’s next move, now tipping an earlier... READ MORE

Lenders turn to AI to scale mortgage operations

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 11 Mar 2026
New research has revealed AI is set to reshape how Australia’s lenders process and approve loans. READ MORE

Supply crunch locks out new wave of first home buyers

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 11 Mar 2026
New figures from a major bank have suggested that tight housing stock is increasingly dictating who gets a foothold on... READ MORE

ANZ becomes final major bank to join 5% Deposit Scheme

by Annie Kane • 10 Mar 2026
After being the only major bank not to be part of the government’s 5 per cent Deposit Scheme, the big four bank will... READ MORE

MFAA launches new push to channel borrowers to brokers

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 10 Mar 2026
A fresh national marketing blitz is set to spotlight brokers and provide borrowers with a revamped digital gateway to... READ MORE

Housing-rich retirees tap just 1% of equity pool

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 10 Mar 2026
A new survey has revealed a vast reserve of untapped home equity, as older Australians cautiously expand their use of... READ MORE

Open banking pitched as antidote to AI-fuelled loan fraud

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 10 Mar 2026
New research has shown lenders are turning to consent-based data sharing to tackle mounting mortgage fraud risks. READ MORE

LMG brings back WA leader to steer new growth phase

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 10 Mar 2026
A familiar face has returned to guide Loan Market Group through its next period of expansion. READ MORE

ASIC confirms it is investigating CBA loan fraud

by Annie Kane • 9 Mar 2026
The financial services regulator has confirmed it is “making compliance inquiries” into CBA’s alleged mortgage... READ MORE

Macquarie surges as ANZ slumps in January mortgage shake-up

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 9 Mar 2026
January bank data has revealed Macquarie Bank powering ahead across both borrower types, while ANZ’s total loan book... READ MORE

ASIC urges lenders to help shape roadmap for AI innovation

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 9 Mar 2026
The corporate watchdog has said it wants industry leaders to drive safe AI adoption in lending, but under clearer... READ MORE

GSB turbocharges broker-led home loan growth

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 9 Mar 2026
Broker-originated mortgages and surging home loan balances have powered a half-year uplift for Great Southern Bank. READ MORE

Cash, risk, and planning: Maxine Horne’s blueprint for brokers

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 9 Mar 2026
Business entrepreneur and Better Business Summit keynote speaker Maxine Horne has shared the no-nonsense tips she said... READ MORE

Who are the top female brokers in Australia?

by Annie Kane • 6 Mar 2026
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we’re showcasing the leading female brokers in Australia, in... READ MORE

Grants for first home buyers driving up prices and debt

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 6 Mar 2026
A new white paper has warned that popular first home buyer grants are driving up prices and debt, even as they help... READ MORE

Offset offsets: Young borrowers turbocharge NAB’s mortgage buffers

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 6 Mar 2026
New figures have revealed younger home owners are rapidly embracing offset accounts to blunt rising interest costs. READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 2–6 March

by Charlie Tchetchenian • 6 Mar 2026
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 6... READ MORE