Opinion

For most people, a mortgage broker is considered someone who can get them a better deal. They’ve either been told “no” by the bank, have a situation that’s too complicated to handle ...

If you weren’t born into extreme wealth, you’ll need to make it for yourself. Here’s what you need to really push things along…

Rising living costs are putting pressure on household budgets, yet new research from Arca, through its CreditSmart initiative, shows many Australians are avoiding help from their lenders ...

With interest rates falling and prices rising, hiring a buyer’s agent may seem like an added expense for those on the lookout. But purchasing the wrong property can cost you hundreds of ...

When was the last time you were inside your customers’ minds? When it comes to buying or selling a home, it’s not just any asset – for many, there are emotional and financial ties, and for ...

A great financial adviser is more than just a money expert, they are a trusted partner who genuinely listens, understands and cares about helping people achieve financial peace of mind.

Despite falling inflation and talk of rate cuts, APRA has recently confirmed it will keep the mortgage serviceability buffer at 3 per cent. So while rates may fall, borrowing won’t ...

Interest rates are falling, and that’s good news for first-time buyers who are trying to enter the market. However, while buying a property is an exciting milestone, it’s also one that trips ...

When most Australians start thinking about property investing, the focus tends to be on getting into the market. And fair enough; it’s a huge milestone. It’s exciting. And let’s be honest, ...

The call from the broker came just after 9pm. “Hey mate, I need to talk. It’s urgent.” He had one of those clients. Reliable, successful, usually calm under pressure. But after 14 years of ...

There was a time when finance brokers were united by a common goal: taking business from the banks. It felt like everyone was on the same team, carving out their share from a seemingly ...

Even with interest rates tipped to keep dropping, the one thing that often hurts investors the most is a lack of serviceability.

We hear it all the time… “I wish I’d started sooner.” “I should have bought back in the early 2000s.” “I’ve missed the boat, haven’t I?” If you’re in your 40s, 50s, or beyond, it’s easy to ...

The clock has reset, ladies and gentlemen. The books have now closed on the financial year 2025 and I’m feeling an electric sense of possibility in the air.

Once upon a time, trust was built face to face. Brokers met clients over coffee, shaking hands, and talking about their financial future. Today? Trust is built online.