The Broker's Lounge
Welcome to The Broker’s Lounge with Eddie & Carlo - the podcast where we make the world of mortgages and finance feel a whole lot less intimidating.
If you’re here, chances are you’re thinking about buying a home, maybe your first, or maybe you’ve been down this road before. Either way, you’re in the right place.
So, who are we? We’re Eddie and Carlo, two senior mortgage brokers from Link Wealth Finance with over 30 years combined experience helping people just like you navigate the sometimes confusing, often overwhelming, but ultimately rewarding journey of buying a home.
We’ve seen it all - the highs, the lows, the "I didn’t know that" moments - and we’re here to share what we’ve learned.
So, whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your financial game plan, The Broker’s Lounge is here to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
Tune in, get comfortable and let’s talk about how we can help you turn that dream home into a reality.
Episodes
52 episodes
Will AI replace mortgage brokers?
AI is changing the way finance works, but does that mean brokers are on the way out?In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and Carlo unpack how AI is already being used in lending, from comparing rate...
What we wish we knew in our 20s
Advice we’d give ourselves in our 20sYour 20s can feel like a rush to figure everything out, but some of the biggest lessons only make sense later.In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and ...
The true cost of owning a home in 2026
The true cost of owning a home in 2026Buying a home is not just about saving the deposit and getting the loan approved.In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and Carlo unpack the true co...
Can you buy commercial property through your SMSF?
Commercial property inside an SMSFWith recent changes affecting residential property in self-managed super funds, more investors and business owners are starting to look at commercial property as an alternative.In this epis...
The property rules investors can’t ignore
Negative gearing, SMSF changes and the new lending landscapeThe lending landscape is changing, and investors are feeling the impact.In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and Carlo unpac...
How negative gearing changes could affect investors
Negative gearing changes and what investors need to knowNegative gearing changes could reshape how investors borrow, buy and plan their next property move.In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie
How to buy property without overpaying
How to buy property with more confidenceBuying property can be emotional, stressful and easy to get wrong, especially when the market is moving quickly and agents are working for the seller.In this episode of The Bro...
What lenders look for when you apply for a loan
What lenders really look at when assessing your loanGetting a loan isn’t just about your credit score and this episode explains why.Eddie and Carlo break down how lenders assess loan applications, borrowing capacity, and r...
Should you refinance after the latest rate rise?
Should you refinance after the latest rate rise?With the RBA lifting rates again, many mortgage holders are asking the same question: should I refinance, restructure, or just sit tight?In this episode of The Brokers’...
Could New CGT Rules Change the Way Australians Invest in Property?
Could capital gains tax changes shake up the property market?Capital gains tax is back in the spotlight after the latest Federal Budget, and the proposed changes could have a real impact on property investors, first home buyers a...
Buying Off the Plan? The Risks Most Buyers Don’t See Coming
Buying off the plan? Know the risks before you signIn this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and Carlo unpack what buyers need to know before purchasing off the plan.They cover the appeal o...
This refinancing mistake can ruin your next purchase
When refinancing first makes sense and when it can backfire.In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and Carlo break down when refinancing before your next property purchase actually makes sense, and wh...
Buying at auction? What you MUST know before you bid
Buying at auction can move fast, and if you are not prepared, it can get expensive very quickly. In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and Carlo break down what buyers need to know before auction day, from ...
Upgrading your home without the financial headache
Thinking about upgrading your home but not sure how to make the numbers work?In this episode of The Broker’s Lounge, Eddie and Carlo unpack the key things to think about when moving from one property ...
Should you fix your mortgage rate in 2026?
Should you fix your mortgage rate or keep it variable?In this episode of The Broker’s Lounge, Eddie and Carlo break down one of the most common questions borrowers are asking right now. With rates moving aro...
Before you buy your first home… listen to this!
Buying your first property is exciting, stressful, emotional and, if you are not careful, expensive in ways you did not expect.In this episode of The Brokers Lounge, Eddie and Carlo break down what first...
How emotions shape the way we buy, sell, and move
Buying, selling, upgrading, downsizing… every property decision comes with emotion. In this episode, Eddie and Carlo dive into the emotional side of property and finance, from first home buyer nerves to the excitement and nostalgi...
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Dream lifestyle or risky strategy? Rentvesting explained!
Rentvesting: How to live where you love and still grow your wealthCan you live in your dream suburb and still get ahead financially? In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and Carlo unpack rentvesting, what it actu...
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RBA says “Hold”, so what happens next?
Why the RBA held rates and what it means for borrowers, investors and the economyThe RBA has hit pause on rate cuts again, and while it wasn’t a surprise, it left a lot of homeowners wondering, “What now?”In this episode of...
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Top 10 mortgage questions answered by brokers
Your most asked home loan questions, answeredWith so many rules, policies, and exceptions in the lending world, it’s no wonder people get confused. In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie and Carlo take on a rapid-f...
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Refinance or wait? Here’s what you should do
Why refinancing now could be one of the smartest moves you makeInterest rates are finally falling and with that shift comes a huge opportunity if you know how to take advantage of it. In this episode of The Brokers Lounge...
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1975 vs 2025: The real cost of living in Australia
From $28k homes to $1.2m price tags: how did we get here? What if you could buy a house in Sydney for just $28,000? In 1975, you could, and most families did it on a single income. Fast forward 50 years and that same home is ...
How mindset impacts property decisions in today’s market (with Baz Gardner)
In this episode of The Brokers’ Lounge, Eddie sits down with Baz Gardner, a mentor and expert in human behaviour, mindset and purpose, to look beyond the numbers and into what’s really going on in the minds of today’s buyers.With interes...
What Labor’s $33 billion housing plan means for you?
What does Labor’s $33 billion housing plan actually mean for you?In this episode, Eddie and Carlo unpack the federal election results and how the Albanese government’s massive housing commitments could impact the property market. ...
Rate cuts, buyer FOMO and rising property prices: What’s next?
Interest rates are on the move again, and this time it's good news. The latest RBA rate cut has a lot of people asking, "What does this mean for me?"In this episode of The Broker's Lounge, Eddie and Carlo break down what the cut m...