THE BROKER TIMES
Market Update: 2025

The Valuation Spike:
Selling in a Seller's Market

Historic highs in asset value have transformed mortgage trail books. Valuation multiples have jumped from 1.8x to 3.75x.

The Wealth Effect Simulator

Input your annual trail income to see the massive shift in potential sale value.

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Market Context:

Historic Avg: 1.8x
2025 Premium: 3.75x

Historic Value

$360,000

1.8x

2025 Potential Value

$750,000

3.75x
Gain: +$390,000

Valuation by Client Cohort

Not all books are equal. Buyers are paying premiums for "bond-like" residential income while discounting aged books due to runoff risk.

Residential (High Quality)

Considered stable income. Low refinance risk due to serviceability buffers.

2.75x - 3.75x

Older Clients (61+)

High risk of loan discharge due to downsizing or estate realization.

1.2x - 1.8x

What's Driving the Surge?

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Aggregator Consolidation

Large groups are aggressively acquiring books to secure market share and achieve economies of scale.

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Revenue Quality

In a volatile economy, the passive nature of trail income is prized by investors seeking to smooth cash flow.

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Asset Scarcity

High-quality, clean books with low arrears are in short supply, creating a true seller's market.

Action Plan

From "Book" to "Business"

To hit the 3.5x+ range, you must transition from a depleting asset to a going concern.

Brokers should start planning 2-5 years in advance to "groom" the book.

  • Systemization

    Document processes for lead intake and settlement.

  • Diversified Referrers

    Reduce risk by establishing partners beyond your network.

  • Retention Mechanics

    Automated reviews and fixed-rate expiry alerts.

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