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.
The Broker's Lounge
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 worth around $1.2 million and the path to homeownership looks very different.
In this episode of The Brokers Lounge, Eddie and Carlo take a fascinating look at how Australia has changed since the mid-70s. They compare house prices, wages, and the cost of everyday essentials like bread, milk, and petrol, and explore why the great Australian dream is harder to reach today.
From inflation and lifestyle shifts to the rise of “wants” over “needs”, they unpack what is really driving the gap between earnings and expenses. But it is not all bad news. They also share why today’s world offers more opportunities, access to information, and professional support than ever before.
Whether you are nostalgic for the “good old days” or curious about how far we have come, this episode will have you rethinking what has changed, what has not, and what it all means for your financial future.
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Disclaimer: The information contained within this podcast is general in nature
and does not take into account your personal circumstances. Please reach out if
you wish to discuss your personal situation