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International buyers are still eyeing off Australia as a great place to invest in property with New Zealanders the most...

Helen Avis and the AMA 2023 Awards

In the world of mortgage broking, the Australian Mortgage Awards are an unparalleled recognition of excellence and innovation, celebrating individuals...

Women In Finance, Broker Of The Year 2023

The Women in Finance Awards 2023 is an exciting nationwide recognition program showcasing the outstanding women and businesses positively shaping...

Helen Avis

The Perth property market still holds plenty of appeal for investors although a lack of quality stock is proving a...

The Women in Finance Awards 2023 ceremony will be held on 10 November 2023 in Sydney. (Image source: Women in Finance Awards)

Specialist Mortgage, a leading name in the mortgage broking industry, continues to make waves not only for its exceptional financial...

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Mortgage brokers are an intrinsic component in any real estate investment strategy, says award-winning finance expert from Specialist Mortgage, Helen...

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A leading property management expert has identified three key areas landlords can address to ensure they get off to the...

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While the pause in interest rates has come as a relief to many, everyone from first home buyers to owner...

Mortgage stress is on the rise but a mortgage broker may be able to help steer the finance ship into calmer waters. (Image source: Shutterstock.com)

Life can present unexpected challenges and financial difficulties are a common concern. So, what can a mortgage broker do for...

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The Reserve Bank Governor Philip Lowe has used his final monthly meeting to leave interest rates on hold for a...

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With the mortgage cliff around the halfway point of its gradual transition from low fixed to high variable rate loans,...

ANZA Article

SMATS Group was recently featured in ANZA Singapore 75th anniversary issue magazine. Click here to view the double page spread...

Drone Aerial view of Suburban federation residential house in Sydney NSW Australia

Australia’s property market has clocked up a fourth straight month of home value increases, with Sydney again leading the way,...

Helen Avis on glittering background with MFAA 2023 Finance Broker Business Award - State Winner.

Specialist Mortgage, part of the SMATS Group, won the prestigious Finance Broker Business Award WA category in the Mortgage and...

Helen Avis (centre), Finance Director at Specialist Mortgage, and her team, including mortgage brokers Charlotte Greer (right) and Carolyn Xaftellis (left), have been nominated for two MFAA State Excellence Awards.

While record numbers of mortgagees are refinancing, it’s still a small proportion of overall lenders at a time when significant...

Helen Avis of Specialist Mortgage accepts her award at the gala Better Business Awards presentation in Perth

Helen Avis, Director, Specialist Mortgage, has added another accolade to her impressive list of achievements, this time securing the Western...