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Another lender moves on negative gearing serviceability recalibration
15 June 2026

ING has become the latest lender to reprogram its serviceability settings in response to the federal government’s negative gearing reforms, reducing borrowing capacity for some property ...

Loanoptions.ai launches novated leasing product
15 June 2026

Fintech and asset finance brokerage LoanOptions.ai has entered the novated leasing space with the launch of a new business division.

LMG expands commercial panel with new lender appointment
15 June 2026

Loan Market Group has broadened its commercial lending offering through the appointment of non-bank MA Money to its lender panel.

EVs power green finance surge
15 June 2026

As Australia continues to transition towards renewable energy, new data has shown a surge in demand for green equipment finance.

Brokers urged to back campaign against tax changes
12 June 2026

Brokers have been urged by the MFAA to support the ‘Fair Go’ campaign against the federal budget’s proposed capital gains tax and trust taxation changes.

The broker innovations that didn’t stop at the awards
12 June 2026

Although the dust has settled on last year’s Broker Innovation Awards, the innovations introduced by some of the recognised brokers have continued to evolve and make waves across the sector

Embrace ‘ferocious curiosity over convention’, brokers told
12 June 2026

Brokers have been pushed to adopt a mindset of “ferocious curiosity” to precipitate change, as the industry grapples with rapid technological development and evolving client expectations

How the family home is reshaping retirement finance
12 June 2026

Australians are increasingly turning to housing wealth to help fund retirement, as more borrowers enter retirement with growing pressure on traditional retirement income sources.

How Payday Super could trigger ‘structural shift’ in SME lending
11 June 2026

As Payday Super reforms loom, brokers have said the changes could trigger a structural shift in how SMEs manage cash flow and access credit.

Mortgages no longer Australia’s most protected debt
11 June 2026

New analysis suggests repayment priorities have shifted under financial pressure, with home loans now as likely as credit cards to be the first product to fall into severe arrears.

Help to Buy goes live in Tasmania
11 June 2026

The Australian government’s Help to Buy Scheme has officially launched in Tasmania, becoming the final state to launch the federal shared-equity program.

Brokers claim record slice of mortgage market
10 June 2026

Mortgage brokers have hit another major milestone, capturing a record 81 per cent of all new residential home loans settled during the March 2026 quarter.

Sydney car dealer found liable in unlawful lending case
10 June 2026

A Sydney car dealership and former director have been engaged in unlicensed lending and unlawful fees, the Federal Court has found.

New partnership brings property and finance under one roof
10 June 2026

Mortgage broker and debt advisory firm Balaton Financial has entered into a joint venture with Highland Property Group, bringing lending and property services under a single business.

Moneytech appoints new chief technology officer
10 June 2026

SME lender Moneytech has appointed a new chief technology officer as it looks to expand its use of artificial intelligence, data analytics, and automation across its lending operations.