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How low will prices actually fall?
Banks, economists and industry insiders have predicted that Australian house prices will collapse by as much as 30% in the wake of the pandemic. But is this truly accurate – and how can we genuinely forecast just how low prices will fall?
Is the economy ready to exit hibernation?
While many feared Australia could be stalled for months on end, economists now suggesting the worst is already behind us

Understanding the growing risks for borrowers
Heads of MFAA and FBAA encourage heightened caution for those looking to purchase property during the pandemic
No 'pandemic pricing' for property – yet
While those currently selling property may fear lower sales prices, experts say there's no need for panic selling just yet

Romancing the loan writers by Melanie Mingas
The big four banks are moving on from royal commission - and asking brokers to come with them
The end of easy money by Melanie Mingas
A new set of rules around credit cards could see thousands of consumers forced to consolidate their debts
Reacting to the royal commission by Melanie Mingas
Brokers have their say on the royal commission's interim report
The challenger bank by Melanie Mingas
The newly merged Finsure and Goldfields Money will provide lending solutions via broker distribution, but with a digital twist. Goldfields Money executive director and CEO Simon Lyons explains
Talking trail by Melanie Mingas
Trail Homes founder Nick Young explains how brokers can cash in on their trail book
Raising the bar for SME lending by Melanie Mingas
Australian Broker examines the benefits of the new Code of Lending for Australia's 2.1m SMEs