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Brisbane market jumps in sub-$1m bracket

by Steven Cross • 6 Dec 2013
The Brisbane property market is making a staggering recovery, with the sub-$1 million price bracket leading the...READ MORE

Shortage of stock driving 'bubble talk'

by Vivienne Kelly • 6 Dec 2013
A shortage in stock for sale across the country has driven up prices in several capital cities, creating the idea of a... READ MORE

Solid start predicted for housing market in 2014

by Staff Reporter • 6 Dec 2013
The property market is set for a solid 2014, according to Australian Property Monitors’ state of the market... READ MORE

Flawed data skews home buyer perception

by Steven Cross • 5 Dec 2013
Questionable data and extensive media coverage of a decline in first home buyers has given Australians an inaccurate... READ MORE

No market let up before Christmas

by Michael Masterman & Stacey Moseley • 5 Dec 2013
Record housing market activity is set to keep brokers busy in the lead-up to Christmas, according to a leading property... READ MORE

Consumers on a free data ride

by Stacey Moseley • 5 Dec 2013
Consumers will have greater access to property sales information, with one of the nation's leading portal websites... READ MORE

'Comfort' in property investment: Homeloans

by Staff Reporter • 5 Dec 2013
The ‘comfort factor’ is a primary reason for Australians investing in property rather than shares, according to a... READ MORE

Specialist lender nets mortgage fund award

by Staff Reporter • 5 Dec 2013
La Trobe Financial’s Pooled Mortgages Option has been awarded Best Mortgage Fund in Australia 2014 by Money... READ MORE

Diversified brokers to bolster profits in 2014

by Steven Cross • 4 Dec 2013
An improving economy will prove beneficial for brokers who have diversified into equipment and motor vehicle finance... READ MORE

Increase in affordability not enough

by Michael Masterman • 4 Dec 2013
First home buyers are still suffering despite improved housing affordability, according to the latest Adelaide... READ MORE

Demand for fixed-rate loans soaring

by Staff Reporter • 4 Dec 2013
Demand for fixed-rate loans is at a six-year high, with almost one third of all loans written in November being... READ MORE

Stock on market up in November

by Staff Reporter • 4 Dec 2013

Residential property listings increased substantially during November, according to SQM Research.

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Brisbane and Adelaide set for growth: RP Data

by Staff Reporter • 4 Dec 2013
Brisbane and Adelaide's housing markets are expected to outperform all other capital cities, moving into 2014,... READ MORE

RBA rate announcement - Dec 2013

by Steven Cross and Stacey Moseley • 3 Dec 2013
The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced the outcome of its last board meeting of the... READ MORE

Soaring investor market prime for brokers

by Steven Cross • 3 Dec 2013
Almost 40 per cent of all mortgages written in November were for investors, highlighting the importance of this... READ MORE

Building approvals down

by Staff Reporter • 3 Dec 2013
Residential building approvals eased slightly in October, from a three and a half year high in September, according to... READ MORE

NSW and VIC withstand super auction weekend

by Brendan Wong • 3 Dec 2013
A high volume of listings across Sydney and Melbourne presented a challenge to the market, but both capital cities... READ MORE

Melbourne and Sydney markets have peaked: RP Data

by Stefanie Garber • 3 Dec 2013
Growth in the Sydney and Melbourne property markets may have peaked, according to RP Data senior research analyst... READ MORE

A passion for business is key to broker success

by Michael Masterman • 3 Dec 2013
A passion for running a small business is the most important attribute for new brokers, according to the head of... READ MORE

Don't rely on commissions: CEO

by Steven Cross & Michael Masterman • 2 Dec 2013
Brokers shouldn’t rely on increased commissions to improve their profitability, according to the head of a leading... READ MORE

Top young brokers celebrated

by Michael Masterman & Stacey Moseley • 2 Dec 2013
Australia’s top young brokers gathered in Sydney on Friday to celebrate The Adviser’s Young Broker of the Year... READ MORE

Non-major appoints new CEO

by Staff Reporter • 2 Dec 2013

BankSA has announced the appointment of Nick Reade as its new chief executive.

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Houses outperform units in capitals

by Staff Reporter • 2 Dec 2013
Detached houses have now overtaken units as the best performers across the capital city property markets, according to... READ MORE

Mortgage processing firm invests in tech company

by Staff Reporter • 2 Dec 2013
First Mortgage Services (FMS) has announced it has made a strategic investment in Australian software company Mogo... READ MORE

Mortgage Choice fined over advertising claims

by Steven Cross • 29 Nov 2013
One of Australia’s largest broker franchise groups has been fined by ASIC for false... READ MORE

Banks recognised for innovation

by Staff Reporter • 29 Nov 2013
The banking sector is leading the way in innovation, with three major banks ranked in the top 15 in BRW’s most... READ MORE

Pre-Christmas rush to hit auction market

by Brendan Wong • 29 Nov 2013
Christmas may be just a few weeks away but the auction market shows no signs of slowing down as sellers continue to... READ MORE

Broker group piloting new offering

by Staff Reporter • 29 Nov 2013
Aussie is currently piloting an innovative insurance offering in South Australia, with a national roll-out expected in... READ MORE

Retiring brokers offered alternative exit strategy

by Stacey Moseley • 29 Nov 2013
A new business buying initiative will not be for retiring brokers who want a quick fix, according to the award-winning... READ MORE

Investors, downgraders ignoring brokers

by Steven Cross • 28 Nov 2013
Investors and downgraders are expected to drive a vast majority of next year's property activity, but will have little... READ MORE
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