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Parents have biggest influence on banking choices
by Will Paige • 16 Jul 2025
The majority of consumers still pick their bank based on parental influence, according to new research, potentially...READ MORE

Evolving SME finance landscape provides opportunity for brokers
by Annie Kane • 16 Jul 2025
More than half of Australia’s small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) intend to fund new investments with a... READ MORE
Perth and Brisbane

WA and Qld average mortgage size continues to rise: AFG
by Will Paige • 16 Jul 2025

The average mortgage size lodged by AFG brokers continues to rise, but the increase varies across states.

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‘Urgent’ reforms needed to fix housing crisis: CBA
by Will Paige • 16 Jul 2025
The major bank has pushed the government for ‘urgency’ to ensure the correct policy settings are in place to build... READ MORE

Convictions handed down for ‘interest-free mortgage’ lender
by Annie Kane • 15 Jul 2025
Officials of an unlicensed mortgage lender Remedy Housing have been convicted of dishonesty offences for their role in... READ MORE
AFG CEO David Bailey

Mortgage lodgements hit record high at AFG

by Will Paige • 15 Jul 2025
AFG brokers lodged a record $27 billion in home loans in the June quarter, a new quarterly record for the... READ MORE

Maxiron Capital unveils new loan for time-critical deals

by Ben Squires • 15 Jul 2025

The lender has unveiled a business bridging loan to help borrowers settle loans faster.

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Aussie doubles down on its evolution in new campaign
by Ben Squires • 15 Jul 2025
The iconic brokerage brand has launched a national marketing campaign as part of the repositioning of the 33-year-old... READ MORE

Aggregator to acquire broker-built fintech
by Annie Kane • 14 Jul 2025
A major aggregator has announced it is to acquire a lender policy and scenario fintech, with its founder joining the... READ MORE

How debt consolidation can help borrowers go from chaos to control
by Ben Squires • 14 Jul 2025
For some borrowers, debt consolidation can be an effective way to get a handle on outgoings. But how can brokers get... READ MORE

Macquarie to sell $1.5bn car loan portfolio to Allied Credit
by Ben Squires • 14 Jul 2025

The announcement comes over a year after the lender confirmed it would no longer be offering new car loans.

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Mortgage holders outspend renters and outright owners: CBA
by Ben Squires • 14 Jul 2025
Home owners with mortgages are increasing their spending more than renters and outright owners, according to the major... READ MORE

Mortgage Choice brokers contribute to record donations
by Ben Squires • 14 Jul 2025
The major brokerage has helped raise a record sum to support Australians in need through its charity... READ MORE

Australian Broking Awards finalists announced for 2025
by Reporter • 11 Jul 2025
The finalists have been revealed for the 15th annual Australian Broking Awards 2025, run in partnership with principal... READ MORE

Connective expands white label offering with reverse mortgage
by Ben Squires • 11 Jul 2025
The aggregator’s new white label reverse mortgage has been developed with specialist lender Household... READ MORE

Brokers exceed target in community fundraiser
by Ben Squires • 11 Jul 2025

Loan Market Group brokers have raised valuable funds to support Australians who are in desperate need of help.

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Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 7–11 July
by Ben Squires • 11 Jul 2025
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 11... READ MORE

Banks reaffirm August rate cut following shock July decision

by Annie Kane • 10 Jul 2025
Major bank economists have doubled down on their August rate cut forecasts after the RBA surprised the market consensus... READ MORE

More rate cuts would exacerbate house prices: Cotality
by Annie Kane • 10 Jul 2025
Incoming reductions to the cash rate will likely further elevate home values, according to property insights company... READ MORE

Experian and Stryd bring open banking solution to brokers
by Ben Squires • 10 Jul 2025
The two fintechs have collaborated to help brokers access both BankStatements.com data and real-time transaction data... READ MORE

Bizcap expands into continental Europe
by Annie Kane • 10 Jul 2025
The business finance lender has launched operations in Luxembourg in its latest overseas growth... READ MORE

Brokers crucial as SMEs face tough decisions: NAB
by Ben Squires • 9 Jul 2025
The major bank’s new report has underscored the ways commercial brokers can provide strategic support for SME... READ MORE

Aggregator takes minority stake in broker CRM fintech
by Annie Kane • 9 Jul 2025
Compass Aggregation has acquired a 15 per cent equity stake in a customer relationship management and finance workflow... READ MORE

RBA voting split ‘not about direction but timing’, says RBA...
by Annie Kane • 8 Jul 2025
For the first time, the central bank has published how the Monetary Policy Board voted on the cash rate decision and... READ MORE

RBA surprises with cash rate decision
by Annie Kane • 8 Jul 2025

The Monetary Policy Board has made its decision for the official cash rate for the month.

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Borrowers urged to ask lenders when they will action expected rate...
by Annie Kane • 8 Jul 2025
While the consensus is that the central bank will reduce the cash rate again today, borrowers are being urged to... READ MORE

Brokers welcome bank self-employed policy changes
by Annie Kane • 8 Jul 2025
Following several changes to major bank policies and requirements for self-employed borrowers, mortgage brokers suggest... READ MORE

ING becomes Australia’s sixth-largest mortgage bank
by Annie Kane • 8 Jul 2025
The non-major bank has overtaken Bendigo and Adelaide Bank to become the sixth-largest bank by loan book size in the... READ MORE
Broker advice

Borrowers could seek advice from brokers sooner, research shows
by Will Paige • 8 Jul 2025
Aspiring home buyers may be waiting too long to speak to brokers, as the upfront savings required could be less than... READ MORE

What do brokers think of the major banks?
by Annie Kane • 7 Jul 2025
ANALYSIS As the big four banks compete for market share, they are adopting varied approaches to meet the changing... READ MORE
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