NEWS & INSIGHTS

The federal election and your client's finances

With the federal election getting closer every day, let’s take a look at some of the housing and finance related changes currently on the table.

‘Speaking with MPs is working, don’t lose momentum’; Loan Market Chairman

Loan Market Executive Chairman Sam White has urged the industry to ‘maintain the momentum ahead of the Federal election, saying the campaign for the future of broking was ‘having a real impact’.

Loan Market celebrates its leading women

What’s a trailing commission and how does it work?

Right now, there’s a fair bit of discussion about commissions and how they work. I want to demystify this so you know why I’m paid my trailing commission.

The federal election and your finances

With the federal election getting closer every day, let’s take a look at some of the housing and finance related changes currently on the table.

Five things I do to earn trailing commission

Trail is a hot topic of conversation right now and I want to break it down. What is it? And what do I really do to earn it?

Will sense prevail in Royal Commission recommendations?

The Banking Royal Commission was supposed to defend the average Aussie, but instead recommended to hit them with a new fee. We hope common sense prevails, and consumers aren’t left to be the big losers in all of this.

My 35+ pathways to securing finance for your clients

Fallout from the Royal Commission and rumours of bank lending drying up faster than the Murray-Darling Basin, could make you and your clients fear they may never get finance for that property they have their eye on. But ignore the doomsdayers. Banks are still willing to lend, you just need to kno...

Will sense prevail in Royal Commission recommendations?

The Banking Royal Commission was supposed to defend the average Aussie, but ended up recommending to hit them with a new fee instead. We hope common sense has prevailed, and consumers won’t be the biggest losers, writes Loan Market Executive Chairman Sam White.

Royal Commission: Research shows Netherlands model for mortgages proven a complete failure

Investment property strategies explained

Property investment strategies can help you achieve your financial goals. So, what are the most common approaches? Loan Market guides you through them.

How stamp duty affects investment properties

Stamp duty is a major cost when purchasing property. Loan Market looks at what it is, how it's calculated, and how it affects property investors.

Utility bills blowing-out? Compare, Switch and Save with Home Now

Did you know that 3 out of 4 Australians are on the wrong energy plan and are paying too much? With so many utility providers touting different offers it can be confusing and time consuming to compare providers for electricity, gas and internet by yourself.