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Funding search continues for group with $60m debt

by Nick Bendel • 8 Apr 2014

Firstfolio has received a debt extension as it continues to pursue new sources of funding.

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Allegations raised about 'lender of last resort'

by Staff Reporter • 8 Apr 2014

ABC television has raised questions about the ethics of a Sydney “mortgage trading business”.

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Lender adds two more BDMs

by Staff Reporter • 8 Apr 2014

Adelaide Bank has added two former mortgage brokers to its team of relationship managers.

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Brokers divided on looming interest rate rise

by Nick Bendel • 7 Apr 2014

Rising interest rates could generate more home loans business, some brokers believe.

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Lender tastes success with Centrelink clients

by Nick Bendel • 7 Apr 2014
Borrowers who rely on welfare can still be good home loan clients, the Senate Inquiry into Housing Affordability has... READ MORE

Here’s how you get leads: forum to reveal secrets

by Nick Bendel • 7 Apr 2014

Real estate experts will teach young brokers how to boost their leads as part of a new industry event.

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Stamp duty proposal could cost borrowers $14,000

by Nick Bendel • 7 Apr 2014
Western Australia’s government has been warned that first home buyers will suffer if the state's stamp duty exemption... READ MORE

German brokers charge 3pc: ING Direct

by James Mitchell • 7 Apr 2014

Mortgage brokers in Germany can charge up to 3 per cent commission, according to ING Direct.

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New franchise calls for brokers to work its leads

by Nick Bendel • 4 Apr 2014
A new mortgage group that plans to recruit 250 brokers said it would not be a threat to other big franchises like... READ MORE

Entries for national awards now open

by Staff Reporter • 4 Apr 2014
Previous winners at the Australian Broking Awards have been praised for raising standards and inspiring other... READ MORE

Top broker urges govt to embrace high LVRs

by Nick Bendel • 4 Apr 2014

One of Australia’s leading brokerages has urged the government not to reduce maximum LVRs.

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Aggregators challenged by rising broker numbers

by Nick Bendel • 4 Apr 2014

One aggregator has warned that industry growth has created bottlenecks in broker support services.

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Lender cuts application fees

by Staff Reporter • 4 Apr 2014

A leading non-bank lender has extended a special offer that could save clients almost $2,000.

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NAB chief executive resigns

by Staff Reporter • 3 Apr 2014

NAB chief executive Cameron Clyne has announced he will retire in four months.

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Broker to sell lead generation franchises

by Nick Bendel • 3 Apr 2014

A broker is offering partnerships in a lead generation business he says has boosted his volumes by 50 per cent.

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Who will be crowned Australia’s best brokerage?

by Staff Reporter • 3 Apr 2014

Leading industry groups have just three weeks left to nominate themselves as the country’s best brokerage.

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Aussie tells PM: we need a long-term housing plan

by Nick Bendel • 3 Apr 2014
Aussie Home Loans has urged the federal government to help first home buyers by including 10-year housing development... READ MORE

The future of mortgages: faster, simpler, online

by Nick Bendel • 3 Apr 2014

The Commonwealth Bank has held out the vision of 24-hour mortgage settlements.

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Specialist lender cuts rates

by Staff Reporter • 3 Apr 2014
Investec Australia has reduced the interest rates on its tailored home loan offering for independent financial... READ MORE

Banned broker fights back against ASIC

by Nick Bendel • 2 Apr 2014

A former broker has revealed he has spent more than $40,000 on legal fees to overturn a lifetime ban by ASIC.

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Lender announces new LVR tiers

by Staff Reporter • 2 Apr 2014

One non-major bank has introduced new LVR tiers, effective immediately.

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Give our kids finance lessons, govt urged

by Nick Bendel • 2 Apr 2014
Teaching financial literacy at schools will produce a fairer and more competitive financial system, according to Yellow... READ MORE

Property values keep going up, up, up

by Staff Reporter • 2 Apr 2014
RP Data has forecast a cooling in the housing market, with Sydney property values now almost 16 per cent higher than... READ MORE

Mum and dad buyers drive record investor activity

by Staff Reporter • 2 Apr 2014

Investor activity has reached record levels, according to AFG’s latest monthly statistics.

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RBA cash rate announcement - Apr 2014

by Staff Reporter • 1 Apr 2014

The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced the outcome of its monthly board meeting.

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Major Lender of the Year revealed

by John Bastick • 1 Apr 2014
Over 650 brokers have given their feedback on the big four banks to reveal which is best servicing the needs of... READ MORE

CBA shows first home buyers the money

by Nick Bendel • 1 Apr 2014
The Commonwealth Bank has responded to a “very high” demand for loans from first home buyers by extending a $1,000... READ MORE

Big banks come under fire again

by Nick Bendel • 1 Apr 2014

Some brokers have defended the big four banks after they were attacked by another industry association.

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High-speed rail will help first home buyers: real estate boss

by Nick Bendel • 1 Apr 2014
Australia’s proposed high-speed rail link could “solve the affordability issue in Sydney” and boost regional... READ MORE

Investor group warns brokers about SMSF advice

by Katarina Taurian • 1 Apr 2014

Mortgage brokers have been warned about unlawfully giving SMSF advice.

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