Broker Daily Podcast Network

In this latest episode of Broker Daily Uncut, host Alex Whitlock is joined by Finni brokers Eva Loisance and Costa Arvanitopoulos to unpack what's really happening on the ground as chatter of a rate rise grows.

The conversation covers expectations around the first RBA decision for 2026, sharp increases in fixed rates across the major banks, and why strong buyer and investor demand is persisting despite higher borrowing costs. The trio also explore ongoing housing supply shortages, rising prices across multiple capital cities, and what this means for first home buyers, investors, and renters.

The episode dives into key lending developments, including AMP's return to SMSF lending, growing reliance on non-bank lenders, and new APRA debt-to-income guidance – what it means in practice and why it may not be the immediate constraint many borrowers fear.

In this episode of Business Accelerator, Jason Back and Alex Whitlock take a critical look at how brokers are using social media, and where many are getting it wrong.

As production quality rises and platforms reward visibility, the conversation explores why likes, views, and followers can create a dangerous illusion of progress without delivering real commercial outcomes.

The conversation challenges common assumptions around social media "success", drawing a clear distinction between awareness and trust, popularity and relevance. Back outlines a practical framework to help brokers think more strategically about their presence, focusing on clear positioning, demonstrated expertise, and the disciplined use of content to support long-term decision making by clients.

This episode offers a considered perspective for brokers assessing the true return on social media, questioning whether visibility is supporting or distracting from business objectives, and seeking to build credibility without relying on controversy, polish, or performative success.

In this episode of Broker Daily Uncut, host Alex Whitlock is joined by co-founder and director of Momentum Media, Phil Tarrant, to unpack why securing a mortgage is becoming increasingly difficult and what that shift means for broker business models and borrower expectations.

As lending tightens and serviceability becomes more complex, the discussion reinforces why broker expertise is growing in value, not declining. Against that backdrop, the hosts scrutinise cashback and commission-refund mortgage models, questioning whether paying customers undermine broker credibility, attract the wrong client behaviour, and create fragile economics in a tougher credit environment.

The episode also explores what sustainable growth looks like for brokers as competition intensifies, including the importance of protecting the value of advice, investing in long-term client relationships, and avoiding business models that rely on volume at the expense of durability.

In this episode of the Finance Specialist podcast, hosts Liam Garman and Trent Carter unpack the key developments shaping the broking landscape as 2026 gets underway – from the launch of a new residential aggregator to tightening conditions in trust lending and the continued rise of non-bank finance.

Drawing on Carter's experience working closely with SME brokers and lenders, the duo explore whether new aggregator entrants can genuinely differentiate in a crowded, low-margin market and what brokers should consider before switching platforms. The episode also examines growing lender caution around trust structures, the regulatory and risk considerations at play, and how brokers can protect themselves when navigating these deals.

This week's Finance Specialist also takes a practical look at non-bank and private credit, including the importance of exit strategies, disciplined client conversations, and due diligence, before turning to interest rates and what realistic expectations brokers should be setting with clients.

In this week's episode of Business Accelerator, Alex Whitlock and Jason Back examine how the mortgage broking landscape is shifting in 2026 and why many brokers risk falling behind by relying too heavily on what has worked in the past.

The duo unpack how comfort and familiarity – from established processes and lender panels to predictable referral flows – can quietly introduce fragility into a broker's business as client expectations, lender behaviour, and technology continue to evolve.

Brokers face a challenge in balancing proven strengths with the need to adapt, with Back outlining practical ways to audit current business models, identify points of dependency, and reassess long-term relevance.

Tune in to hear why brokers who embrace curiosity, challenge assumptions, and introduce strategic discomfort into their businesses will be best positioned to remain relevant, resilient, and competitive in the years ahead.

In the first Finance Specialist episode of 2026, hosts Liam Garman and Trent Carter turn their attention to the habits and mindset that underpin long-term success in SME and commercial finance broking. As brokers reset for the year ahead, the focus is moving beyond transactions to how sustainable growth can be built in an increasingly complex lending environment.

Drawing on Carter's experience working with SME brokers and business owners, the episode explores why successful brokers prioritise a deep understanding of their clients' businesses, rather than relying solely on credit policy or product selection. The conversation also highlights the importance of inquisitiveness, clear expectation setting, and disciplined delivery.

With SME clients facing varied challenges across industries and stages of growth, the episode reinforces the value of playing the long game. Brokers who invest in relationships, choose a clear niche, and position themselves as trusted advisers, rather than transactional intermediaries, are better placed to generate repeat business, referrals, and sustainable growth.

In this latest episode of Broker Daily Uncut, host Alex Whitlock is joined by brokers Costa Arvanitopoulos and Rebecca Carlson to discuss how buyer and investor activity is tracking as the property market regains momentum early in the year.

The trio explore where inquiry is emerging across key markets, including Melbourne and Perth; the risks of investors chasing perceived hotspots; and how brokers are guiding clients through purchase decisions during shifting market conditions.

The episode also examines recent lender policy changes around trust lending, the outlook for fixed and variable rates, and how lenders mortgage insurance (LMI) is being used as an enabler for some borrowers navigating deposit constraints.

In this week's episode of Business Accelerator, Alex Whitlock and Jason Back unpack what this year means for brokers in an increasingly competitive market.

With brokers returning from the break motivated and the property market showing early momentum, the discussion focuses on why standing out now has less to do with rates and products, and more to do with trust, visibility, and how you show up for clients.

Whitlock and Back talk through why people choose one broker over another, the growing importance of personal brand and social proof, and how brokers can move beyond being seen as transactional.

They also dig into customer experience, expectation setting, and what it really means to be a trusted adviser, especially when deals get complex and pressure starts to build.

If you're thinking about how to position your business this year, build stronger client relationships, and make your brand easier to like, trust, and choose, this week's Business Accelerator is a good place to start.

In this latest episode of Broker Daily Uncut, host Alex Whitlock is joined by Finni brokers Eva Loisance and Costa Arvanitopoulos to take stock of how the lending market is shaping up at the start of the year.

The trio discuss buyer and investor activity during what is typically a quieter period, why having finance organised early can create opportunities, and what brokers are seeing from returning clients and referrals as the market re-engages.

The episode also looks at recent lender policy changes around trust lending, alongside the latest inflation figures and interest rate expectations, and considers how these developments are influencing borrower behaviour.

In this week's episode of Business Accelerator, Alex Whitlock and Jason Back kick off 2026 by exploring what the year ahead holds for mortgage brokers, with a sharp focus on growth, technology, and winning market share in a finite market.

Drawing parallels between mortgage broking and property management, the hosts unpack why forward-thinking operators with strong systems, clear value propositions, and a long-term mindset are best placed to take share from slower-moving incumbents.

The conversation then turns to technology, with Whitlock and Back debating how brokers should approach tech in 2026 – moving beyond "window shopping" to genuinely integrating tools that save time, reduce friction, and improve the client experience.

Tune in to hear why 2026 could be a defining year for brokers who embrace systems, rethink their service proposition, and use technology as an enabler – not a distraction – to stand out in an increasingly competitive market.