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As the year draws to a close, the mortgage and finance broking industry finds itself reflecting on what has been one of the most eventful and transformative periods in recent memory. From major government policy changes to shifting lending conditions, industry consolidation, and new regulatory priorities, 2025 brought a wave of developments that shaped how […]
A Big Year for Borrowers: The Moments That Shaped 2025 Read More »
Inflation has taken an unexpected turn, climbing back to the top of the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) 2–3 per cent target band — a move that’s dimming hopes of a rate cut in November. The latest data shows trimmed mean inflation rising to 3.0 per cent for the September quarter, up from 2.7 per
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Australia’s property market has reached a new milestone, with more suburbs than ever now carrying a median value of $1 million or more. According to recent research from property insights firm Cotality, one in three Australian housing markets has officially joined the “million-dollar club.” More Markets Join the Million-Dollar Club The report found that as
More Aussie Homes Are Hitting $1 Million — Here’s How to Keep Up Read More »
For years, many borrowers felt trapped in “mortgage prison”—unable to refinance their home loans due to strict serviceability requirements and rising interest rates. Now, new research shows that the doors are finally opening, giving more Australians the chance to refinance and take back control of their mortgages. Refinancing Is on the Rise The latest Mortgage
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Starting 1 October 2025, buying a first home in Australia could become much easier. The Government has announced major updates to the Home Guarantee Scheme, a program designed to help Australians purchase property sooner by allowing eligible first home buyers to enter the market with as little as a 5% deposit and avoid costly Lenders
Unlocking Doors: Big News for First Home Buyers Read More »
With property prices reaching record highs, many homeowners are searching for ways to unlock their equity – sometimes even before selling their current home. Bridging finance has become an increasingly valuable tool in this process, providing flexibility and new opportunities for buyers, investors, and those going through major life transitions. Different Ways Bridging Loans Are
Bridging, Not Risking: Unlocking Equity the Easy Way Read More »
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has reduced the official cash rate to 3.60 per cent, its lowest level in over two years, following the third 25-basis-point cut of 2025. This move follows earlier cash rate reductions in February and May of the year. The cut was unanimously approved by the RBA board and was
3.60% Cash Rate: The Door to Better Deals Just Opened Read More »
Australia’s housing market is shifting rapidly in response to recent rate cuts. With two reductions to the official cash rate already delivered in 2025, the country has officially entered its first cycle of rate cuts in four years. While this monetary easing boosts borrowing power, it also presents new challenges — most notably, rising property
Can Rate Cuts Really Make Buying a Home Easier? Read More »
Mortgage arrears in Australia remain at historically low levels, and experts anticipate they will continue to decline as interest rate cuts reduce pressure on borrowers, according to the latest data from property analytics firm Cotality. Arrears Edge Higher—But Still Historically Low Data from the March 2024 quarter shows a slight increase in mortgage arrears, rising
Mortgage Market Stays Strong as Arrears Defy the Odds Read More »
In a move that has taken many in the industry by surprise, National Australia Bank (NAB) has announced the closure of its white label lending arm, Advantedge. The closure will be rolled out over the next 12 to 18 months, marking the end of an era for a business that has supported brokers and borrowers
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