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Unemployment rate nudges slightly higher in December
17 January 2025

Australia’s job market continues to show resilience, remaining at stable levels seen over the last few months.

Australia makes significant progress in scam prevention
17 January 2025

Domestic scam losses are down by a large margin and, compared to the rest of the world, Australia is performing considerably well.

Marketing and social media are ‘everything’ to the modern broker
16 January 2025

The new world of work has shifted operations across every industry. For brokers, being able to effectively market through social media is a new and exciting way to develop a client base.

Consumer sentiment continues to sour
16 January 2025

While sentiment remains in pessimistic territories, consumers are expecting economic conditions to improve.

Why refinancing could be a strong new year’s resolution
16 January 2025

2025 is off and running and new year’s resolutions are still fresh in the minds of many. Clients may be spending this time of year thinking about refinancing, a decision that could save ...

NAB CEO reflects on the year ahead
16 January 2025

The major bank’s CEO recently spoke on the various opportunities in housing, increased productivity, and AI over the next 12 months.

Brokers brace for confidence boost among self-employed borrowers
15 January 2025

With some economic conditions set to ease over the course of the year, brokers are expecting more optimism from self-employed borrowers.

4 steps every broker can use for effective planning
15 January 2025

Planning is an integral aspect of effective broking. Knowing what needs to be done and refining skills and processes are what can separate an average broker from a great one.

Mortgage stress rises amid lack of rate cuts
15 January 2025

With many Aussies hopeful the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) would cut rates towards the end of 2024, the decision to hold took a toll.

National rent value growth stagnating
15 January 2025

December saw stagnated rent value growth, highlighting a potential easing of prices. Despite this, prices are still considerably higher than pre-COVID-19 levels.

Trust lending: It has a place, but exercise caution
14 January 2025

Trust lending can be a powerful tool for an avid investor who knows what they’re doing. However, there is some confusion surrounding this method of borrowing and, for an ill-equipped ...

Major bank shifts cash rate and inflation forecast
14 January 2025

ANZ has revised its quarterly inflation and cash rate forecasts on the back of a “weaker-than-expected” monthly CPI print for November.

Housing market underperforms in 2024, but long-term growth strong
14 January 2025

Australia’s housing market underperformed in 2024, but long-term growth remains strong, with real estate outpacing equities over time.

Beyond Bank announces new CEO
14 January 2025

The customer-owned bank has announced the appointment of David Marshall as its new CEO.

Housing and politics expected to collide this federal election
13 January 2025

Experts have hinted at the likelihood of housing being a major focal point of the parties in the upcoming federal election.