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As first home buyers tap into the expanded 5 per cent deposit scheme, the RBA governor noted that future house price increases will depend on supply and demand.

Inflation driven by government policy could force the RBA to squeeze Australia’s market sector, Westpac’s chief economist has warned.

AMP Bank has announced some changes to its lending policy, impacting how borrowers and brokers operate. Here’s what you need to know.

Changes are coming into motion after the recent announcement that the government will be looking into lending regulations to allow Aussies with HELP debt to take out home loans.

The business development manager (BDM) debate wages on, as industry experts weigh in on the future of the role and how tech will impact it.

Specialist bridging finance lender Bridgit has revealed updates to its loan policy to help provide greater flexibility for both borrowers and brokers.

Brokers have said that the Senate’s capital gains tax report highlights key issues but falls short of addressing the real drivers of Australia’s housing problems.

Electric and hybrid vehicle financing has surged by 20 per cent year on year, although the removal of key tax exemptions could stall momentum.

The major bank has introduced multiple changes to its lending policy, while simultaneously increasing its interest rates.

The Labor and Coalition governments have continued the campaign trail with a debate on housing policy. The election is continuing to place a strong emphasis on getting more Aussies into home ...

In this episode of Broker Daily Uncut, hosts Phil Tarrant, Alex Whitlock, and Jack Campbell discuss the upcoming election and how housing policy is likely to be a key influencer of both ...

Each party is continuing attempts to win over voters in the lead-up to the election with housing-related policies.

A lack of material data and uncertainty over the effects of global economic risks were discussed in the April minutes; however, the RBA seems to have left the door open for further cuts.

The major has announced changes to its lenders mortgage insurance (LMI) waiver policy. The expansion will allow more borrowers to be approved for this incentive.

As concerns mount about lending to trusts, a non-bank lender has become the latest to tighten up its policy for company and trust applications.