Annie Kane is the managing editor of Momentum's mortgage broking title, The Adviser. As well as leading the editorial strategy, Annie writes news and features about the Australian broking industry, the mortgage market, financial regulation, fintechs and the wider lending landscape. She is also the host of the Elite Broker, New Broker, Mortgage & Finance Leader, Women in Finance and In Focus podcasts and The Adviser Live webcasts. Annie regularly emcees industry events and awards, such as the Better Business Summit, the Women in Finance Summit as well as other industry events. Prior to joining The Adviser in 2016, Annie wrote for The Guardian Australia and had a speciality in sustainability. She has also had her work published in several leading consumer titles, including Elle (Australia) magazine, BBC Music, BBC History and Homes & Antiques magazines.
NAB changes clawback policy
A new clawback structure is now in place at the major bank to “better align” its products in market.
LENDER • Fri, 06 Sep 2024
‘Higher mortgage interest costs’ slowing spending: Chalmers
As new GDP figures show the economy barely grew in the June quarter, the federal Treasurer flagged that consumer spending has plummeted as home loan costs bite.
BORROWER • Wed, 04 Sep 2024
Connective brokers settled record volume in FY24
Brokers aggregating under Connective settled a record $98.5 billion in the financial year 2024, with commercial lending growth outpacing residential growth.
AGGREGATOR • Wed, 04 Sep 2024
Serviceability pressures easing for refinancers, say brokers
While serviceability continues to be the main barrier for refinancing, brokers have flagged that reduced buffers are easing the burden.
BORROWER • Tue, 03 Sep 2024
COG financed record volumes in FY24
Australia’s largest asset finance aggregation group achieved record volumes in the financial year 2024 as a result of organic growth and acquisition.
AGGREGATOR • Tue, 03 Sep 2024
Home lending competition ramps up
ANALYSIS It’s just two months into the financial year 2025 and there are already signs that this year will be a hot one for home loan competition.
LENDER • Tue, 03 Sep 2024
Wellness Wednesday: Elijah Barrett, Mortgage Choice Sandringham
With the world of broking being as busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure that they can deal with the stress of a constant barrage of phone calls, emails, and ...
GROWTH • Tue, 03 Sep 2024
Banks benefit as pricing grows in importance for brokers
The latest Broker Pulse Residential Lending survey shows product pricing is an increasingly important factor for brokers when recommending lenders to clients.
BROKER • Mon, 02 Sep 2024
Apartment surge drives approval growth
The total number of dwelling approvals rose 10.4 per cent in July, largely driven by an increase in approvals for high-density apartments.
BORROWER • Mon, 02 Sep 2024