Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders

In this episode of Fintech Chatter, Dexter Cousins speaks with Mark Macduffie of Downsizer about the pressing issue of housing affordability in Australia.  They discuss the challenges faced by the downsizer segment, the innovative solutions being implemented in the FinTech space, and the importance of collaboration within the industry to address these challenges.  * Downsizer helps baby boomers find properties with zero cash deposit. * There are 1.9 million homeowners in Australia looking to downsize. * Downsizer has sold $168 million of property off the plan to downsizers. * The 'bank of mum and dad' is becoming a common transaction method. * Future plans include launching in the UK and expanding their white label technology offerings. Find out more https://Downsizer.com.au Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/703249/open_sms] Subscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/ [https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/] Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp [https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp]

In the third part of our Fixing Housing Affordability series, host Dexter Cousins speaks with Nir Golan and Robbie Baskin from Frontya. We showcase another innovative approach to tackling housing affordability in Australia. Frontya have identified the challenges faced by first home buyers are amplified by the role of property investors. Frontya's innovative funding model aims to double deposits for home buyers, enabling them to access the property market more effectively. On the other side of the problem they've developed a managed fund geared specifically to property investors, helping them spread their risk whilst also supporting first time buyers. To find out more go to https://frontya.com.au/ Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/703249/open_sms] Subscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/ [https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/] Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp [https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp]

In this episode of Fintech Chatter, host Dexter Cousins chats with James Bowe, CEO and co-founder of OwnHome, about the innovative solutions his company is bringing to the housing market.  James shares insights into the challenges of housing affordability and accessibility in Australia, and how OwnHome is empowering families to own homes sooner by funding deposits and providing buyer's agent support. James discusses the genesis of OwnHome, highlighting the financial and legal structuring challenges that inspired him and his co-founder to tackle the housing crisis.  Tune in to learn about the successes and partnerships that have propelled OwnHome forward, and gain valuable insights into the current state of the fintech industry. Whether you're a potential homeowner or interested in fintech innovation, this episode offers a compelling look at how OwnHome is making a difference. Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/703249/open_sms] Subscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/ [https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/] Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp [https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp]

Welcome to Fintech Chatter Podcast. We're dedicating the month of August to showcase the Australian founders passionate about solving the housing affordability crisis. Dexter Cousins kicks off the series with Lucinda Hartley of Mondus Capital. Lucinda shares how she's leveraging her background as a City Planner and SaaS founder to bring a zero deposit home loan to market. Find out more - https://www.mymondus.com/ Watch out for their upcoming rebrand https://zeroo.com.au/ Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/703249/open_sms] Subscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/ [https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/] Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp [https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp]

Welcome back to Fintech Chatter Podcast! In this episode your host Dexter Cousins invites guest No2 back onto the show. David M. Brear is CEO of 11:FS Group and 11:FS Holdings. The award winning digital consultancy has built digital banks all over the world and through 11:FS holdings, David and the team are finally going to build the next generation of financial services, this time for their own company! Having first appeared on the show in January 2020, David and Dexter talk about the evolution of fintech, the challenges facing the fintech industry, and the future of digital banking.  They also discuss the impact of AI on the consultancy model, the importance of understanding customer insights to drive innovation, plus the current state of fintech in the UK and Australia.  David also reveals his new favourite hobby, the increasing role of influencers in fintech media and his personal health challenges that have him more motivated than ever. Chapters 00:00 Introduction  01:16 About 11:FS 03:05 Changing the Fabric of Financial Services 17:20 Regulatory Challenges and Market Dynamics 23:07 The Future of UK FinTech 26:00 Maturity Challenges in FinTech 29:05 Emergence of Influencers in FinTech 33:26 The Power of Podcasting in FinTech 38:13 The Reality of FinTech Media 41:54 Cult of Personality in FinTech 48:55 Building 11FS Holdings 54:30 Health, Work, and Life Balance For more information on 11:FS - https://www.11fs.com/ Listen to Fintech Insider Podcast - https://content.11fs.com/podcasts Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/703249/open_sms] Subscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/ [https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/] Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp [https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp]