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Brokers on track for majority market share: MFAA

by Staff Reporter • 25 Feb 2014
Mortgage brokers grew their volumes by 23 per cent in 2013 and will continue to increase their share of the...READ MORE

Broker targets $1bn of loans and national expansion

by Nick Bendel • 24 Feb 2014
One of Melbourne’s top brokerages has forecast it will double in size within three years to become a billion-dollar... READ MORE

Lender extends discounted rate to 80pc LVR

by Staff Reporter • 24 Feb 2014
One lender has targeted “a far bigger pool of customers” by extending its discounted fixed rate to 80 per cent LVR... READ MORE

‘It’s the broker that helps the most people that wins’

by Nick Bendel • 24 Feb 2014

One of the keys to long-term success is sacrificing short-term sales, according to one advertising expert.

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Major reports increased share of mortgage market

by Nick Bendel • 24 Feb 2014

NAB has reported “good growth in mortgages” along with an 11.1 per cent rise in profits.

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Non-bank launches online pre-approval system

by Nick Bendel • 24 Feb 2014
State Custodians has launched a new website that will allow customers to receive conditional pre-approval... READ MORE

Another major cuts fixed rates

by Nick Bendel • 21 Feb 2014
One of the biggest mortgage lenders has cut up to five basis points from its two- and three-year fixed-rate... READ MORE

Brokerage dominates inaugural Better Business Awards

by Staff Reporter • 21 Feb 2014
Victoria’s third-party mortgage industry turned out in force last night to recognise the state’s top brokers and... READ MORE

New e-signature tool lets brokers track client progress

by Nick Bendel • 21 Feb 2014
Half of Australia’s mortgage brokers will be using a new electronic signature tool by the end of 2014, according to... READ MORE

A leaner Firstfolio announces loss

by Nick Bendel • 21 Feb 2014

Firstfolio has reported a $294,000 loss after suffering a $1.3 million revenue decline.

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High auction numbers to test Melbourne, Sydney markets

by Staff Reporter • 21 Feb 2014
Auction numbers continue to hover near record highs, with the almost 2,000 properties to go under the hammer in... READ MORE

We’ve got the leads, now we want the brokers: LJ Hooker

by Nick Bendel • 20 Feb 2014

LJ Hooker Home Loans plans to recruit a network of hungry brokers to drive a 40 per cent growth spurt.

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Leads for the taking: 22pc of vendors don’t have finance

by Nick Bendel • 20 Feb 2014
Property research firm RP Data has revealed how brokers can generate 75 strong leads per year from their local... READ MORE

Diversification equals dollars, say lenders

by Nick Bendel • 20 Feb 2014
Brokers who diversify into debtor finance and personal loans can “increase their income stream with a minimal amount... READ MORE

ASIC says penalties are too soft

by Nick Bendel • 20 Feb 2014
ASIC has asked parliament for increased powers and has called for law-breakers to be hit with tougher... READ MORE

COBA calls for more competition

by Staff Reporter • 20 Feb 2014
The Customer Owned Banking Association has called for financial regulation reforms to deliver a more equitable... READ MORE

More rules won’t clean up industry, say brokers

by Nick Bendel • 19 Feb 2014
Brokers are adamant the industry does not need more regulation, despite another broker losing his credit... READ MORE

Better Business Summit registrations top 2,000

by Staff Reporter • 19 Feb 2014
Brokers and industry heads have shown strong support for the Better Business Summit, with the Melbourne leg now sold... READ MORE

Non-major grows loan book by 11.2pc

by Nick Bendel • 19 Feb 2014

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank customers are repaying their home loans too quickly for the bank’s own good.

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RBA predicts a 'period of stability in interest rates'

by Staff Reporter • 19 Feb 2014
Minutes from the latest RBA board meeting indicate the cash rate is set remain unchanged for some time after the board... READ MORE

Corporate collapses will always happen: govt

by Staff Reporter • 19 Feb 2014
Assistant Treasurer Arthur Sinodinos has said “no amount of regulation” can prevent collapses in the financial... READ MORE

Melbourne broker’s credit licence cancelled

by Staff Reporter • 18 Feb 2014

A Victorian mortgage broker has had his credit licence cancelled after ASIC raised concerns about his conduct.

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Choice adds 60 brokers, growing at 28pc

by Nick Bendel • 18 Feb 2014

Choice has revealed plans to more than double its network of retail brokers by targeting growth corridors.

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Non-banks make a broker 'look like a star'

by Nick Bendel • 18 Feb 2014

Non-banks say they are taking the fight to mainstream lenders and forecasting a greater share of the market.

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Award-winning young star diversifies into content marketing

by Nick Bendel • 18 Feb 2014
A star entrepreneur who combines mortgage broking with dry cleaning is about to launch a financial guidance newsletter... READ MORE

I’m turning around my business one lead at a time: broker

by Nick Bendel • 18 Feb 2014

A new Melbourne brokerage has blamed a lack of local marketing for its below-par performance.

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Auctions yet to disappoint

by Stacey Moseley • 18 Feb 2014

The auction market is yet to disappoint, with another weekend of strong performances across the country.

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CBA stars at Australian Lending Awards

by Nick Bendel • 17 Feb 2014
The Commonwealth Bank has praised brokers for their “excellent service” after being named Mortgage Lender of the... READ MORE

Five lenders announce rate changes

by Nick Bendel • 17 Feb 2014

Three major banks have cut their three-year fixed rates, while two non-majors have increased their fixed rates.

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Major cuts rates, offers bonuses, adds staff

by Nick Bendel • 17 Feb 2014
One major bank has responded to the “increasingly competitive market” by cutting rates and offering $1,000... READ MORE
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