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Mortgage brokers 'create risks' for smaller lenders: Moody’s
by James Mitchell • 25 Sep 2015
A new report by Moody’s Investors Service claims that third-party channels create risks for Australia’s mutual... READ MORE
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Add value or risk becoming obsolete, says business leader
by James Mitchell • 25 Sep 2015
The head of the SME Association of Australia has urged brokers to consider the value proposition of diversifying into... READ MORE
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Bank of Sydney awarded five-star rating
by Huntley Mitchell • 25 Sep 2015
For the first time, Bank of Sydney has been awarded a five-star CANSTAR rating for one of its home loan products. READ MORE

Heritage cuts discount variable rate

by James Mitchell • 24 Sep 2015
Heritage Bank has just announced a new discount variable mortgage rate for owner-occupiers. READ MORE

Brokers demand upfront valuations from non-majors
by Emma Ryan & Adam Zuchetti • 24 Sep 2015
Brokers are pushing for changes to valuation ordering as a key priority from lenders in order to turn around loans... READ MORE
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Buyer’s agent winning big on broker referrals
by • 24 Sep 2015
A prominent Sydney buyer’s agent has revealed that half his business comes from broker-generated referrals, noting... READ MORE
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Young broker becomes franchise owner
by Huntley Mitchell • 24 Sep 2015
One young and highly successful broker is now the proud owner of a branded broking business he has worked at for eight... READ MORE
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One in three mortgages for self-employed borrowers
by James Mitchell • 24 Sep 2015
In an effort to highlight the cross-sell opportunities with residential lending and business loans, one of... READ MORE
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Broker writes loans for worthy cause
by Huntley Mitchell • 24 Sep 2015
Loan Market broker Fiona McLean has launched a new initiative within her local community to raise money for the... READ MORE

MyState admits 'increased risk' of broker strategy
by James Mitchell • 23 Sep 2015
The chairman of a listed Australian bank to which brokers contribute over 50 per cent of total loans says there is... READ MORE
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Connective brokers to benefit from new partnership
by James Mitchell • 23 Sep 2015
A loan protection specialist has partnered with Connective to integrate its online application process with the... READ MORE
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NAB Broker to launch new loan products
by James Mitchell • 23 Sep 2015
NAB Broker will soon launch new products for small business borrowers as part of a broader campaign to boost commercial... READ MORE
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Brokers eager to expand financial planning business
by • 23 Sep 2015
While much has been made about CPA Australia’s potential move into the broking space, at least two brokers are... READ MORE
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Spring tipped to be busiest season for owner-occupiers
by Huntley Mitchell • 23 Sep 2015
One comparison website is anticipating that more people will take out an owner-occupied home loan in spring than any... READ MORE
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APRA a ‘convenient alibi’ for rate rises: report
by James Mitchell • 22 Sep 2015
A new report argues that recent pricing and policy changes in the Australian mortgage market have little to do with... READ MORE
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Aggregator partners with property group
by James Mitchell • 22 Sep 2015
A listed Australian mortgage aggregator has announced a new partnership with a property group, allowing brokers to... READ MORE
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Sydney broker tops Loan Market ratings
by Huntley Mitchell • 22 Sep 2015
Loan Market's Ciaran Leahy has been recognised as the mortgage group’s best broker in Australia and New Zealand for... READ MORE
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Industry veteran to share top tips on best practice
by James Mitchell • 22 Sep 2015
One of the mortgage broking industry’s most experienced CEOs has announced a unique seminar for brokers looking to... READ MORE
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ASIC suspends lender’s credit licence
by James Mitchell • 21 Sep 2015
ASIC has suspended the Australian credit licence of a lender and its subsidiary, a lead generation company. READ MORE

Award-winning broker uses APRA changes to boost business

by James Mitchell • 21 Sep 2015
A South Australian broker specialising in finance for property investors has told The Adviser that recent changes to... READ MORE
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Sydney broker cops 10-year ban
by James Mitchell • 21 Sep 2015
The corporate watchdog has banned a Sydney finance broker for 10 years after he provided false documents to a luxury... READ MORE
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NAB unveils new home loan offer
by Huntley Mitchell • 21 Sep 2015
NAB has announced a unique offer that targets owner-occupier home loan customers to coincide with the busy spring home... READ MORE
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RBA yet to determine effectiveness of investor crackdown
by Nick Bendel • 21 Sep 2015
Conflicting signs have emerged as to what impact regulatory intervention has had on the investor market. READ MORE
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Submissions for Young Broker of the Year closing soon
by Reporter • 21 Sep 2015
The broking industry’s rising stars are encouraged to get their entries in quick for a chance to be crowned the 2015... READ MORE
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Property investors and tenants pay for APRA rules
by James Mitchell • 18 Sep 2015
Property investors and renters will be hit the hardest over the coming months as regulatory changes drive higher... READ MORE