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18/06/2026

The mortgage broking industry has notched up an exciting record with the news that brokers now account for 81% of Australia’s residential lending market. Here’s why. 🙌

The mortgage broking industry has notched up an exciting record with the news that brokers now account for 81% of Australia’s residential lending market. Here’s why. For some time now, mortgage brokers have been tantalisingly close to clearing the 80% market share benchmark, and we’ve finally ...

17/06/2026

😬 First home buyer regrets to avoid 😬⁣
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Here are the top regrets of first home buyers have about their mortgage, according to a survey by Money.com.au.⁣
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Paying too much in loan fees was the number one mistake. 💸⁣
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That’s followed by not having a loan with a competitive interest rate. 📉⁣
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Money.com.au found many first-time home buyers just apply for a loan with the first lender they come across. ⁣
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It’s only later they realise they have a loan that doesn’t suit their long-term needs. ⁣
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Skip the potential regrets. 🚫⁣
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Talk to us about a home loan that matches your needs, backed by a competitive rate. 👇⁣
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To find out more, DM us or contact Connect Financial Solutions on:

☎️ – 0439 300 999
💻 – [email protected]

15/06/2026

⚠️ Renovations that could lower your home’s value ⚠️⁣
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There’s a lot at stake with home renovations - just because you spend money on home improvements, doesn't guarantee it will increase its value.🛠️⁣
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Homewares retailer Cooper & Co says more than one-in-three Aussies have renovation regrets. 😬⁣
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Some projects could even wipe up to $36,000 off your home’s value, they say. ⁣
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Prime culprits can include poor-quality laminate flooring, dark finishes that don’t have wide appeal, and open-plan designs that lack privacy. ⁣
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They suggest to skip here-today-gone-tomorrow trends, and instead pick reno options that are more timeless choices. ⏳⁣
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They’re more likely to appeal to buyers and protect long-term value. 🏡⁣
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Looking at renovating your place in 2026? Contact us for ways to fund your home improvements. 👇⁣
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To find out more, DM us or contact Connect Financial Solutions on:

☎️ – 0439 300 999
💻 – [email protected]

12/06/2026

📄 Could your home loan pre-approval be out of date? 📄⁣
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Not only does pre-approval have a limited time span, usually 3–6 months, but it can be impacted by the recent rate hikes. ⁣
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A couple's borrowing power could have been reduced by more than $72,000* since the three recent cash rate hikes. ⁣
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DM us to find out your current borrowing power and to bring your home loan pre-approval up to date. 👇⁣
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To find out more, DM us or contact Connect Financial Solutions on:

☎️ – 0439 300 999
💻 – [email protected]


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* Canstar research

11/06/2026

🗞📰 𝟱 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗯𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 📰🗞⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Worried you’ll still be paying off your mortgage in retirement? New research shows you’re not alone. Here are five tips to help clear the slate before you hang up your work boots. 🥾⁣⁣⁣⁣
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https://www.connectfinancial.net/5-tips-to-help-you-clear-your-mortgage-by-retirement/

10/06/2026

🏡 Keen to buy a home? Here's how to know you won't be stretched 🏡⁣
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Over 1-in-10 first home buyers plan to buy in the next 12 months. ⁣
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And almost 1-in-3 want to buy but they’re unsure if they’re financially ready. ⁣
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So, what are the signs that show you’re home-loan-ready right now? 💡⁣
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First, you usually have to have a stable job with a steady income. 💼⁣
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Next, you'll want at least a 5% deposit. You could qualify for the 5% Deposit Scheme. ⁣
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Finally, do you feel ready to commit to a place of your own? 🏠⁣
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Ticked all the boxes? ✅⁣
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Talk to us and we'll help you assess your borrowing power to see if you're ready to become a home owner. 👇⁣
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To find out more, DM us or contact Connect Financial Solutions on:

☎️ – 0439 300 999
💻 – [email protected]

09/06/2026

There's nothing we love more than helping our clients move into their dream home! Thanks for the great review Pete! 😊

08/06/2026

🏡 Offset accounts surge as homeowners aim to beat rising rates 🏡 ⁣
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Looking for potential ways to beat higher interest rates?⁣
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You're not alone. One of Australia’s big 4 banks, NAB, says they're seeing the uptake of offset accounts “surge”. ⁣
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Here's how they work.⁣
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Instead of being paid interest on the money in the linked offset account, the balance is deducted from your mortgage when loan interest is calculated. ⁣
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And that’s just the first way you can save on interest. 💰⁣
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Because you're paying off more of the principal each month, that allows you to chip away at your home loan balance quicker, which in turn can also help you save on interest over the long run. ⁣
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Call us to see if an offset account could be suited to your needs. 👇⁣
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To find out more, DM us or contact Connect Financial Solutions on:

☎️ – 0439 300 999
💻 – [email protected]

05/06/2026

☕ 5% Deposit Scheme helps 300,000+ first home buyers ☕⁣
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There are no waitlists. ⁣
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No income limits. ⁣
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No place limits. ⁣
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And you’re free to buy an established home or build a new place. ⁣
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DM us to find out if you're eligible for the 5% Deposit Scheme and bring forward your home-buying plans. 👇⁣
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To find out more, DM us or contact Connect Financial Solutions on:

☎️ – 0439 300 999
💻 – [email protected]

04/06/2026

House price growth is slowing but experts say not to expect a crash. We look at what’s changed, and why today’s market may offer good opportunities for homebuyers. 🏡

House price growth is slowing but experts say not to expect a crash. We look at what’s changed, and why today’s market may offer good opportunities for homebuyers. Recent home price data from Cotality may be just what homebuyers have been waiting for. The latest figures show zero (0%) increase i...