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
36 episodes
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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Episode 37
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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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Episode 36
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25:46
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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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Episode 35
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25:26
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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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Episode 34
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27:56
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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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Episode 32
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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 ...
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Episode 31
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23:28
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...
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Episode 30
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42:10
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. ...
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Episode 29
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23:40
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...
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Episode 28
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24:32
The Smart Way to Build Lasting Wealth
From amateur MMA fighter to concreter to financial adviser and director at Link Wealth - Josh Lee’s journey is anything but typical. But it’s exactly that mix of grit and experience that makes his advice hit different.In this epi...
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Episode 27
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24:41
Should You Buy Off The Plan? The Real Pros, Cons and Hidden Risks.
Thinking about buying a property before it’s even built? Let’s talk about what buying off the plan really means.Locking in a property today with settlement 18 months - or even 3 years - down the line can seem like a smart move. Lo...
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Episode 26
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24:23
Property Investment Tips: Negative Gearing, Trusts & SMSFs
Thinking about investing in property? Before you sign on the dotted line, let’s talk structure.It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of buying property - but when it comes to tax, the structure you choose can have a massive ...
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Episode 25
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24:50
The Expat's Guide to Securing a Home Loan in Australia!
Working overseas and earning foreign income? It may sound like a ticket to financial freedom, but when it comes to securing a home loan back in Australia, things can get tricky.From currency fluctuations to complex documentation and tax ...
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Episode 24
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21:12
Building Your New Home? Let’s Talk Construction Loans!
Thinking of building your dream home? A construction loan might seem like a complex, even intimidating process - but it could be a lot simpler than you think.From staged payments to interest-only phases and valuation traps, there’s a lot...
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Episode 23
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23:54
2025 Federal Budget: What’s In It For You?
The 2025 Federal Budget is out, but does it really offer a solution, or is it just another political play? From housing supply to first home buyer schemes, some big promises are on the table. But will they deliver, or is...
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Episode 22
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25:09
Stop Overpaying for Business Insurance (This Finance Hack Saves You Thousands!)
Smart Business Finance - Insurance Premium Funding & ATO DebtMost business owners don’t realize they can finance their insurance premiums instead of paying monthly with extra fees – and still get the full-payment discou...
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Episode 21
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27:18
How To Negotiate Your Tax Debt In 2025? Ft.Olga Koskie
In today’s episode, The Broker's Lounge dives into a unique and highly important topic: Tax Debt Negotiation. Carlo will be joined by Olga Koskie, a principal at Tax Assure and an expert in this field.They’ll cover key questions about A...
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Episode 20
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27:57
Latest RBA Rate Cut: What It Means for Your Financial Future!
Welcome back to The Broker’s Lounge – where savvy investors come to sharpen their edge.This episode, Eddie and Carlo are turning their focus to a hot-button issue: the latest interest rate cut by the RBA in 4 years!T...
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Episode 19
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25:16
Negative Gearing: Smart Strategy or Risky Move?
Welcome back to The Broker’s Lounge – where savvy investors come to sharpen their edge.This episode, Eddie and Carlo tackle every investor's favourite friend: negative gearing. They’ll bre...
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Episode 18
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20:51
Interest Rates Are Finally Falling In 2025? Here’s How To Take Advantage Of The RBA’s Decision.
To kick off 2025, Eddie and Carlo are back on The Broker’s Lounge with some BIG news! The RBA is expected to be cutting interest rates - what does this mean for your mortgage, property prices, and the economy? And more importantly, how should y...
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Episode 17
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20:34
2024 in the Rearview – Mortgage Broking Highlights and What’s Next in 2025
As 2024 winds down, Eddie and Carlo take a moment in The Broker’s Lounge to reflect on the year that was. From big wins in their business and personal lives to major shifts in the lending market, they share the highs, the challenges an...
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Episode 16
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32:31
Mortgage Tips and Tricks: Q&A with Eddie & Carlo
In this episode of The Broker’s Lounge, Eddie and Carlo tackle a fresh batch of listener questions in a Q&A-style format. They dig into everything from the pros and cons of redraw vs. offset accounts to strategies for improving you...
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Episode 15
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34:36
Real Estate Market Update
Inside Victoria’s Property Market with Charlie Williams - What You Need to KnowIn this episode of The Broker’s Lounge, Carlo welcomes a special guest, Charlie Williams from Aspire Advocates. While Eddie is away, Charlie s...
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Episode 14
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32:27
Avoiding LMI - What You Need to Know!
In this episode of The Broker’s Lounge, Eddie and Carlo break down everything you need to know about Lender’s Mortgage Insurance (LMI). They explain what it is, why lenders require it, and how much it can cost, using real examples to m...
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Episode 13
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24:02
Episode 12: Owner-Occupied or Investment - Which Path Should You Take?
In this episode of The Broker’s Lounge, Eddie and Carlo tackle one of the biggest questions for anyone starting their property journey: should you buy an owner-occupied home or dive straight into an investment property?They brea...
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Episode 12
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33:15