22 August 2026
Broker Notes #16: Jobless Rate Rises as Non-Banks Win a Growing Share of Home Loans
Unemployment rose to 4.5% in July as non-bank lenders lifted their share of new home loans to 10.7%.
22 August 2026
Cross-Collateralisation Explained for Property Investors
What cross-collateralisation actually means when a lender links two properties as security, and why investors should think twice.
20 August 2026
Does Refinancing With Multiple Lenders Hurt Your Credit File?
What happens to your credit file when you apply to refinance with more than one lender, and how to avoid unnecessary hits.
19 August 2026
What Break Costs and Discharge Fees Add Up to When You Refinance
Two separate charges can apply when you leave a loan early. Here's what each one actually covers.
18 August 2026
What’s Involved in Refinancing an Existing SMSF Property Loan
What to expect when refinancing a property loan held inside your self-managed super fund, from lender criteria to compliance steps.
17 August 2026
The Ongoing Costs of Running an SMSF Property Loan Structure
An SMSF loan doesn't stop costing money after settlement. Here's what keeps running in the background.
15 August 2026
Broker Notes #15: RBA Holds at 4.35% as Investor Lending Posts Its Steepest Fall in Four Years
The RBA holds the cash rate at 4.35 per cent as investor lending posts its steepest quarterly fall in almost four years.
15 August 2026
How an Existing Lease Affects Your Commercial Property Loan
A tenant's lease terms can shape how much a lender will offer on a commercial property purchase.
10 August 2026
Market Cycles – August 2026: Australian Property Market Downturn Broadens to Five Capitals
National home values fell 0.7% in July as Australia's property market downturn spread to five capital cities.