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Aggregators lash elevenfold jump in brokers’ CSLR special levy
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 16 Oct 2026
Aggregator leaders have condemned the elevenfold increase in brokers’ CSLR special levy and are demanding urgent... READ MORE

Broker hit with hefty penalty for exploiting migrant workers
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 16 Oct 2026
A Melbourne-based finance brokerage has been hit with a massive penalty after exploiting vulnerable workers, including... READ MORE

Household spending on mortgages reaches 3-decade high
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 16 Oct 2026
New figures have revealed how deeply housing debt is cutting into incomes as repayment pressures intensify. READ MORE

ASIC finds aggregators under-reporting complaints against brokers
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 15 Oct 2026
The financial regulator has uncovered gaps in complaint reporting, which it said raised questions about the picture... READ MORE

Mortgage demand collapses as refinancing retreat gathers pace
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 15 Oct 2026
Australia’s mortgage downturn has deepened, with refinancing weakening as affordability pressures weigh on borrowing... READ MORE

Lodgements drop at AFG as majors gain ground
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 15 Oct 2026
AFG’s latest figures have revealed softer mortgage activity alongside a marked shift in reported lender shares. READ MORE

RBA hints at further hikes in ‘hawkish’ minutes
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 15 Oct 2026
The RBA has left further interest rate increases on the table in September meeting minutes, which the major banks have... READ MORE

Mortgage industry says cheapest isn’t always best after BID review
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 14 Oct 2026
Industry leaders have backed stronger standards while warning that price alone cannot settle every borrower’s... READ MORE

NGM Group names insider to succeed founding CEO
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 14 Oct 2026
NGM Group has appointed an internal senior executive as its next CEO. READ MORE

How does ASIC evaluate ‘cheapest loans’?
by Annie Kane • 13 Oct 2026
The financial services regulator has lasered in on how mortgage brokers evaluate, present, and justify the cost of a... READ MORE

ASIC releases best interests review findings
by Annie Kane • 13 Oct 2026
A major report on how brokers are adhering to the best interests duty and handling complaints has been released by the... READ MORE

Mortgage burden edges towards near 40-year high
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 13 Oct 2026
Australian households are facing a mounting repayment squeeze, with another rate rise threatening a historic... READ MORE

MFAA challenges proposed 1,000% surge in brokers’ CSLR levy
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 13 Oct 2026
The MFAA is questioning a steep proposed increase in brokers’ CSLR special levy bill and is seeking answers from... READ MORE

Prime Capital launches broker portal
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 13 Oct 2026
The non-bank lender has unveiled a digital addition to its broker service, extending existing technology. READ MORE

ASIC commissioner joins Women in Finance Summit 2026
by Reporter • 13 Oct 2026
Commissioner Kate O’Rourke has been confirmed as a headline speaker for the upcoming Women in Finance Summit 2026,... READ MORE

Aggregators back lender competition as Suncorp closes loan...
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 12 Oct 2026
Aggregators have stressed that lending competition remains strong following Suncorp Bank’s closure to new... READ MORE

REA warns rate rise will extend housing price retreat
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 12 Oct 2026
REA Group has warned that the ensuing borrowing squeeze threatens the housing outlook, as contrasting market signals... READ MORE

AFG expands referral program with new integration
by Ben Squires • 12 Oct 2026
AFG brokers will now have access to home, contents, landlord, and motor insurance referrals with Allianz through its... READ MORE

Peter White appointed chairman of aggregation board
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 9 Oct 2026
Former FBAA managing director Peter White has been appointed chairman of an asset finance aggregator. READ MORE

Borrower pressure builds as arrears lift
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 9 Oct 2026
Rising mortgage arrears rates in outer-suburban Sydney and Melbourne are exposing growing pressure on younger and... READ MORE

ASIC blocks mortgage fund offers as private credit scrutiny...
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 9 Oct 2026
The regulator’s latest intervention has put mortgage investment disclosures under scrutiny as its sector crackdown... READ MORE

Investor-focused brokerages announce merger
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 9 Oct 2026
Two brokerages are joining forces, with leadership changes setting the stage for expansion. READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 5–9...
by Ben Squires • 9 Oct 2026
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 9... READ MORE

Finalists announced for the Commercial Finance Awards 2026
by Reporter • 8 Oct 2026
After receiving a record-breaking number of submissions from Australia’s commercial and asset finance sectors, the... READ MORE

Brokers flock to Connective as Finsure and Lendi retreat
by Charlie Tchetchenian • 8 Oct 2026
EXCLUSIVE. Fresh broker movement data has revealed contrasting fortunes among aggregation heavyweights, as Connective... READ MORE