Featured Archives - Accredited Broker https://accreditedbroker.com.au/category/featured/ Industry News for Finance, Accounting and Real-Estate Professionals Sun, 09 Feb 2025 21:57:01 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cropped-Untitled-design-16-32x32.png Featured Archives - Accredited Broker https://accreditedbroker.com.au/category/featured/ 32 32 Why the December Lower Inflation Rate of 3.2% May Not Be Good News for Australian Home Borrowers after all https://accreditedbroker.com.au/why-the-december-lower-inflation-rate-of-3-2-may-not-be-good-news-for-australian-home-borrowers-after-all/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 05:43:53 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=6274 While a December inflation rate of 3.2% might initially seem like a positive development, it could spell trouble for Australian home loan borrowers. Here’s why: In summary, while a lower inflation rate might seem beneficial, the broader economic context and the interplay between RBA and FED rates could create challenges for Australian home loan borrowers. […]

The post Why the December Lower Inflation Rate of 3.2% May Not Be Good News for Australian Home Borrowers after all appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> Understanding the Impact of the Monthly CPI Indicator Rising 2.3% in the Year to November 2024 on the Mortgage Industry https://accreditedbroker.com.au/understanding-the-impact-of-the-monthly-cpi-indicator/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:29:28 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=6269 The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) recently released data indicating that the monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 2.3% in the year to November 2024. This increase in the CPI is a significant economic indicator that can have various implications for the mortgage industry. In this article, we will explore what this rise means […]

The post Understanding the Impact of the Monthly CPI Indicator Rising 2.3% in the Year to November 2024 on the Mortgage Industry appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> How the Reserve Bank of Australia’s Decisions Affect Mortgage Rates and the Housing Market https://accreditedbroker.com.au/how-the-reserve-bank-of-australias-decisions-affect-mortgage-rates-and-the-housing-market/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:19:25 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=6229 The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) plays a pivotal role in shaping the country’s economic landscape, particularly through its influence on mortgage rates and the housing market. Understanding how the RBA’s decisions impact these areas can help homeowners, potential buyers, and investors make informed decisions. In this article, we explore the mechanisms through which the […]

The post How the Reserve Bank of Australia’s Decisions Affect Mortgage Rates and the Housing Market appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> Will Mortgage Brokers be Replaced as Borrowers Turn to AI for Perfect Home Loans? https://accreditedbroker.com.au/will-mortgage-brokers-be-replced-by-artificial-intelligence/ Sat, 17 Jun 2023 08:27:25 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=6071 As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer in various industries. The mortgage lending sector is no exception, with AI-powered tools promising to simplify the process and assist borrowers in finding their ideal home loans. However, the question remains: will mortgage brokers be replaced by AI […]

The post Will Mortgage Brokers be Replaced as Borrowers Turn to AI for Perfect Home Loans? appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> Who’s Right, optimism of the share markets or the pessimism of the bond markets https://accreditedbroker.com.au/optimism-of-the-share-markets-or-the-pesimism-of-the-bond-markets/ Tue, 09 May 2023 11:38:15 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=6049 Who's Right, optimism of the share markets or the pessimism of the bond markets

The post Who’s Right, optimism of the share markets or the pessimism of the bond markets appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> Time to Wean State Governments and Councils off Property Taxes https://accreditedbroker.com.au/time-to-wean-state-governments-and-councils-off-property-taxes/ Tue, 07 Mar 2023 23:47:50 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=5910 States and councils rely on a variety of taxes to fund their activities and provide public goods and services to its residents. However, the traditional reliance on property taxes, such as land tax and stamp duty, has come under scrutiny in recent years. Many experts argue that state governments and local councils should broaden their […]

The post Time to Wean State Governments and Councils off Property Taxes appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> Long term trends in property finance https://accreditedbroker.com.au/long-term-trends-in-property-finance/ Tue, 20 Sep 2022 02:04:32 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=5843 There’s no doubt that the property market is in a downturn – with the Reserve Bank predicting price drops of around 15 per cent. However, one major developer is predicting the market will be in balance by 2024. Ups and downs are regular parts of the property cycle.  However, one trend that will continue regardless […]

The post Long term trends in property finance appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> Get your diploma before you get cut-off https://accreditedbroker.com.au/get-your-diploma-before-you-get-cut-off/ Fri, 25 Jun 2021 07:02:04 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=5624 Many brokers risk being cut off if they have not completed their mortgage broking diploma. Recent legislative changes mean brokers who want to obtain the diploma will be required to complete the new Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management course, (FNS50320) if they have not completed the previous diploma (FNS50315) by the end of […]

The post Get your diploma before you get cut-off appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> How to Kick-Start a Career in Mortgage Broking https://accreditedbroker.com.au/how-to-kick-start-a-career-in-mortgage-broking/ https://accreditedbroker.com.au/how-to-kick-start-a-career-in-mortgage-broking/#comments Fri, 14 May 2021 05:46:58 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=5574 How To Kick-Start A Mortgage Broking Career – Sticky Tickets Are you looking to own your own business with a great income?  Then come to our mortgage broking industry seminar on Wednesday 2 June 2021 at 6pm in North Sydney. There is strong demand for mortgage brokers.   If you: like finding solutions for clients enjoy consulting […]

The post How to Kick-Start a Career in Mortgage Broking appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> https://accreditedbroker.com.au/how-to-kick-start-a-career-in-mortgage-broking/feed/ 5 If there’s a lending clampdown, what happens to those employed in the industry? https://accreditedbroker.com.au/if-theres-a-lending-clampdown-what-happens-to-those-employed-in-the-industry/ https://accreditedbroker.com.au/if-theres-a-lending-clampdown-what-happens-to-those-employed-in-the-industry/#comments Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:50:09 +0000 https://accreditedbroker.com.au/?p=5566 The government and the Reserve Bank want to see the property market grow to boost the post-pandemic economy, but many experts believe that the banking regulator will soon put up roadblocks to stop the market running away from itself. What happens to the real estate agents, mortgage brokers etc if it suddenly becomes hard to […]

The post If there’s a lending clampdown, what happens to those employed in the industry? appeared first on Accredited Broker.

]]> https://accreditedbroker.com.au/if-theres-a-lending-clampdown-what-happens-to-those-employed-in-the-industry/feed/ 1