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Growing divorce rate puts borrowing capacity in focus
18 September 2026

A growing number of divorces have led to fresh challenges for brokers around refinancing and post-break-up borrowing capacity.

Broker policy round-up: Lender changes at a glance 11–18 September
18 September 2026

As spring begins and another cash rate decision edges closer, lenders across the board are moving their credit appetite and adjusting their pricing. Here’s what brokers need to know.

Non-bank turnaround times stretch beyond a week
17 September 2026

Turnaround times among non-bank lenders have crept up to more than twice those of large banks, according to a new broker survey.

Finsure targets AI-enabled fraud with new CRM integration
17 September 2026

Aggregator Finsure has added document fraud detection to its newly built CRM through a partnership with technology provider Fortiro.

Macquarie brings broker, direct home loans under one leader
17 September 2026

Macquarie Bank has reshuffled its home loan leadership, with its head of broker sales now also overseeing direct home loans.

Agri lending grows, but the direction is changing
16 September 2026

Regional and agricultural businesses have continued to borrow despite rising costs and uncertainty, with working capital, equipment, and technology increasingly shaping lending demand.

HIA sounds alarm as new-build demand slumps
16 September 2026

The Housing Industry Association’s chief economist has warned that rate hikes and tax changes have left Australia’s new home market in a precarious position, with sales declining for the ...

Older borrowers lead consumer credit demand
16 September 2026

New figures have found that older Australians are fuelling a rebound in consumer credit demand, while younger borrowers are pulling back.

First Federal launches new Broker Portal
16 September 2026

Non-bank lender First Federal has launched a new broker portal, giving brokers real-time visibility over applications and access to a wider suite of digital tools.

Housing and financial security top major life milestones
15 September 2026

Home ownership and financial security supersede family and relationship goals in major life milestones, according to new research from NGM Group.

outsource Financial launches new platform to flag fraud
15 September 2026
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The aggregation group has a new document-checking platform to help brokers strengthen their verification processes.

Entries now open for the Better Business Awards 2027
15 September 2026

Submissions have officially opened for the Better Business Awards 2027, Australia’s premier state-based program recognising excellence across the mortgage and finance broking industry.

In Memoriam: Dr Harley Dale, 1968–2026
14 September 2026

Dr Harley Dale, a respected housing economist and a prominent voice in national economic policy, has passed away after a long period of illness.

Perks boosts finance brokerage with senior appointment
14 September 2026

Perks has appointed a senior commercial banking executive to lead its finance brokerage business.

Macquarie leads lenders across key broker metrics
14 September 2026

Macquarie Bank has come out on top among the lenders for broker usage, as well as having the quickest turnaround times and best overall broker experience.