Broker Daily Podcast Network

As the fallout from the federal budget settles, the mortgage broking industry is facing a definitive shift in the borrower–broker dynamic, with brokers truly needing to step up to become credit advisers. In this week's Business Accelerator, guest host Liam Garman sits down with Jason Back from Broker Essentials to showcase how brokers can move beyond simple transaction management to become the cre...

With the 2026–27 federal budget just hours away, the Australian mortgage market is on high alert for changes that could fundamentally shift the property landscape. With rumours of major policy shifts circulating, brokers are preparing to guide jittery clients through a market already cooled by rising interest rates and tightening supply. Alex Whitlock is joined by brokers Eva Loisance and Costa Ar...

In this episode of the Finance Specialist podcast, Liam Garman and Trent Carter tackle the age-old debate for scaling a brokerage: do you build it from the ground up or buy your way to the top? This week, the Finance Specialist hosts look at some of the common mistakes brokers make when they're buying a back book - and how to avoid them. Plus, this week, the podcast looks at how brokers can naviga...

As the mortgage broking industry stands at a genuine inflection point, how can business owners distinguish between passing tech fads and the fundamental shifts that will define the next decade? In this week's Business Accelerator, Julian Barnes and Jason Back dive into the "moving target" of success in 2026. With the fifth industrial revolution well underway, the conversation explores how brokers...

As "decision day" arrives for the Reserve Bank of Australia, the Australian broker market is bracing for a groundswell of inquiries from borrowers looking to understand their borrowing capacity in the new environment. With the federal budget also on the horizon, all eyes are on how higher rates and tightened lending criteria could reshape the landscape for investors and first home buyers alike. Al...

Liam Garman and Trent Carter dive into the critical pitfalls that cause SME finance deals to stall and how brokers can bridge the gap between lodgement and approval. The number one reason deals fail? A lack of deep client understanding. Carter argues that rushing to lodge paperwork often leads to errors that delay the entire process. By "slowing down to speed up," brokers can identify cash flow nu...

How did mortgage broking become the dominant force it is today, and what can that journey teach brokers trying to build stronger businesses now? In this week's Business Accelerator – and the first episode in a new chapter for the series – Julian Barnes joins Jason Back to take stock of the broking industry's evolution, what has changed in the broker-client relationship, and why growth today demand...

Uncertainty and volatility are defining the SME lending market right now – and brokers are right at the centre of it. We sat down with Judo Bank to find out how this SME specialist is navigating the shift and what it means for brokers on the ground. Commercial lending has changed. Rising costs, softer demand, and higher rates are putting pressure on SMEs, while complexity is replacing the old, one...

Affordable homes are moving faster, buyers are crowding into the same price brackets, and the pressure on entry-level property is only building. Julian Barnes is joined by Finni brokers Costa Arvanitopoulos and Robert Lee to unpack the growing squeeze at the lower end of the market, as first home buyers, investors, and rate-conscious borrowers all compete for a shrinking pool of stock sitting bene...

As headlines warn of housing slowdowns and tax reforms loom, many investors and home owners are questioning whether now is the right time to act. But beneath the noise, demand remains strong, supply is tightening, and activity in the property market hasn't disappeared – it's just becoming more selective. That uncertainty is where informed brokers can take the lead. Speaking on the Finance Speciali...

If technology can do your job faster and cheaper, what's left that only you can deliver? In this week's Business Accelerator, Alex Whitlock and Jason Back explore how automation is reshaping broking – and why staying the same is the biggest threat. As loan processing becomes faster and more digitised, competing on speed or price alone is no longer enough. Instead, brokers need to rethink their rol...

There's no such thing as a "square deal" anymore. This week's Spotlight explores how brokers are adapting to a tougher commercial lending market using faster, more flexible non-bank solutions. Commercial lending has shifted – and brokers are right at the centre of it. As bank appetite tightens, costs rise, and deals become more complex, the old playbook isn't holding up. What's replacing it is fas...

Offshoring is quickly becoming a core part of how brokerages operate – but it's not without trade-offs. In this week's Broker Daily Uncut, Julian Barnes is joined by Finni brokers Costa Arvanitopoulos and Rebecca Carlson to break down how offshore teams, AI tools, and lender strategies are reshaping the broker workflow. From cost and scalability to training and service quality, they explore where...

If your business depends on you fixing everything, is it really scalable? In this week's Business Accelerator, Alex Whitlock and Jason Back take a closer look at why many growing brokerages hit a ceiling – and what's really causing it. They break down how brokers often mistake activity for progress – staying stuck in reactive mode as they juggle files, solve problems, and step in to fix team mista...

How can brokers keep up with increasingly complex commercial deals? This week's Spotlight looks at how Remara Money is simplifying the process through smarter systems, faster turnaround times, and closer collaboration. Broker Daily's Julian Barnes is joined by Andrew McVeigh, managing partner of Remara, and Lauren Severino, head of sales at Remara Money, to unpack how a diversified lending model,...

For this week's Broker Daily Uncut, Julian Barnes is joined by Finni brokers Costa Arvanitopoulos and Robert Lee to unpack the risks, the red flags, and the reality of working in an environment where not everything is what it seems. While fraud remains a small part of the market, recent allegations have brought it back into focus, highlighting how even a handful of cases can damage trust across th...

As interest rates climb and lending policies shift, brokers are facing a market that's harder to navigate but far from stalled. Credit is still flowing – but with tighter rules, rising costs, and more moving parts, clients are increasingly unsure of their next move. That uncertainty is where smart brokers can win. Speaking on the Finance Specialist podcast, Liam Garman and Trent Carter discussed h...

Is writing $100 million a year actually making you more successful or just busier? For this week's Business Accelerator, Alex Whitlock and Jason Back challenge one of the mortgage industry's most celebrated benchmarks and take a closer look at what those big numbers really mean. They unpack why volume can be a misleading measure, how chasing growth can quietly erode profitability, and why not all...

Commercial lending is taking centre stage, and brokers are moving with it. As part of Broker Daily's Commercial Lending Month, this week's Spotlight explores why this once-overlooked segment is fast becoming a serious growth play. Broker Daily's Julian Barnes is joined by Clive Kirkpatrick, managing director of Viking Financial Solutions, to break down the opportunity – and why Viking's launch as...

That's what brokers and borrowers are working through right now. Join Broker Daily's Julian Barnes and Finni brokers Eva Loisance and Costa Arvanitopoulos to unpack a housing market moving at completely different speeds. Auction clearance rates are easing, and borrowing power is tightening, but beneath the surface, the divide is growing. Some cities and regions are still surging, units are outperf...

Liam Garman and Trent Carter unpack the shift from transactional support to true partnership – and why the difference is becoming more critical in today's lending environment. As deals grow more complex and time frames tighten, brokers need more than product knowledge. They need clear answers, fast responses, and support that helps move deals forward with confidence. The BDMs who stand out are tho...

In this week's Business Accelerator, Alex Whitlock and Jason Back break down how brokers can identify their real competitors, uncover where they're vulnerable, and position themselves to win more deals. From slow response times and inconsistent client journeys to poor follow-up and unclear positioning, the gaps are everywhere. The advantage goes to brokers who move faster, nurture better, and crea...

In the new high-rate environment, is opportunity disappearing or shifting? That's what brokers and borrowers are working through together right now. In today's episode of Broker Daily Uncut, host Julian Barnes is joined by Finni brokers Eva Loisance and Costa Arvanitopoulos to break down a property market caught between caution and calculation. Auction clearance rates are slipping, stock is rising...

What happens when the credit taps start tightening – but your clients need money faster than ever? That's the tension brokers are stepping into right now. Liam Garman and Trent Carter break down the reality of a shifting lending market, where falling SME confidence, rising insolvency risk, and tightening credit policies are changing the rules in real time. Speed is still critical, but getting to "...

Specialist lending has moved from the margins to the mainstream. This week's Broker Daily Spotlight focuses on that shift.  Senior journalist Julian Barnes is joined by Belinda Wright (Thinktank's general manager of partnerships and distribution) and Joel Harrison (head of partnerships and distribution) to break down how specialist lending can redefine the broker playbook. As borrower scenarios be...