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Younger generations face major money hurdles
by Francesca Krakue • 10 Aug 2016
A new survey has revealed that when it comes to achieving key life milestones, Gen X and Gen Y are experiencing more...READ MORE
Six lenders pass on full rate cut
by Francesca Krakue • 9 Aug 2016
Australia’s smaller banks have led the way with sharper pricing after six small lenders announced that they will pass... READ MORE
Relationship with ASIC ‘top priority’, says MFAA
by James Mitchell • 9 Aug 2016
The industry association says its ongoing search for a new CEO will not affect its “solid relationship” with ASIC... READ MORE
Mortgage managers to join forces
by James Mitchell • 9 Aug 2016
A Sydney-based mortgage manager and a Gold Coast non-bank lender will unite to form one group as the non-bank sector... READ MORE
Banking industry ‘welcomes’ government invitation
by Staff Reporter • 9 Aug 2016
The banking industry has welcomed the opportunity for the big four banks to appear annually before the House of... READ MORE
Broking group enters real estate market
by Francesca Krakue • 8 Aug 2016
New-to-industry broking franchise MoneyQuest has announced it is expanding its service portfolio to include buyer... READ MORE
Challenger banks cut home loan rates
by Francesca Krakue • 8 Aug 2016
More non-major banks have announced that they will reduce their lending rates following the RBA’s historic cash rate... READ MORE
Brokers to unlock productivity, retain clients and boost profit
by James Mitchell • 8 Aug 2016
A leading banking and finance executive will present to brokers across the country on how to boost productivity and... READ MORE
Fat-cat banks not bothered about customers’ plight, says broker...
by Tim Neary • 8 Aug 2016
The head of one of Australia’s largest brokerages has expressed frustration at some lenders putting shareholder... READ MORE
Non-majors reduce variable rates
by James Mitchell • 8 Aug 2016
Two non-major lenders have today announced that they will cut their variable home loan rates in light of the... READ MORE
Brokers in ‘unique position’ to benefit from fintech: CEOs
by James Mitchell • 5 Aug 2016
The heads of an Australian lending business and an industry association believe forward-thinking mortgage brokers are... READ MORE
Insurer makes broker-centric appointment
by Tim Neary • 5 Aug 2016
A specialty insurer has strengthened its business offering with the appointment of a new regional sales manager,... READ MORE
Strict legislation needed to clean ‘festering sore’ late fees
by Tim Neary • 5 Aug 2016
One of the industry’s most influential associations has criticised the ‘exorbitant’ charges and fees on late... READ MORE
Industry leader “bitterly disappointed” at big four banks
by Francesca Krakue • 4 Aug 2016
A broking industry body has criticised the major banks’ failure to fully pass on the RBA’s historic cash rate... READ MORE
Industry veteran to lead broker delegation to UK
by James Mitchell • 4 Aug 2016
One of the mortgage industry's most respected leaders has confirmed he will host the delegation of Australian mortgage... READ MORE
Non-majors lead the way with rate cuts
by Francesca Krakue • 4 Aug 2016
The Reserve Bank's decision to reduce the official cash rate to a record low of 1.50 per cent has sent a flurry of... READ MORE
Rents slide in capital cities, rise in regional areas
by Tim Neary • 4 Aug 2016
A recently released national market analysis shows rental income has fallen across the combined capital city markets in... READ MORE
Regional bank cuts home loan and small business rates
by James Mitchell • 3 Aug 2016
A non-major bank has joined a handful of lenders by today announcing it will reduce its standard variable home loan... READ MORE
Brokers the channel of choice for Branson's mortgage play
by James Mitchell • 3 Aug 2016
Sir Richard Branson’s local mortgage offering through Virgin Money Australia was built on thorough research of the... READ MORE
Big banks react to cash rate call
by James Mitchell • 3 Aug 2016
Three of the big four banks have reduced their variable mortgage rates but held back a fair chunk of the RBA's 25 basis... READ MORE
Surge in number of brokers using credit reports
by James Mitchell • 3 Aug 2016
New research from Veda has recorded a 72 per cent increase in the number of credit checks executed by mortgage brokers... READ MORE
Land price growth falls in early 2016
by Tim Neary • 3 Aug 2016
A new report has found growth in national land prices slowed to 1.2 per cent during the March 2016 quarter, while... READ MORE
Q&A with a referral partner: buyer's agent
by Francesca Krakue • 3 Aug 2016
Sebastian James, managing director of Hunter James — Exclusive Buyers Agents & Property Advisors, talks to The... READ MORE
Bank passes on full 25 basis point rate cut
by James Mitchell • 3 Aug 2016
One Australian bank has outdone the big four by passing on the Reserve Bank's full rate cut, slashing its variable rate... READ MORE
Reserve Bank decides on cash rate - AUGUST 2016
by Francesca Krakue • 2 Aug 2016
The Reserve Bank of Australia has delivered the decision of its monthly board meeting.
READ MOREChoice founder launches new ‘broker-owned’ aggregator
by James Mitchell • 2 Aug 2016
One of the founders of NAB-owned aggregator Choice has announced the launch of a new broker-owned sub-aggregation... READ MORE
Major mortgage group partners with US-based fintech player
by James Mitchell • 2 Aug 2016
One of Australia’s largest providers of mortgage broking services has formed a strategic alliance with an... READ MORE
Xero boss to drive online lending platform
by Francesca Krakue • 2 Aug 2016
Alternative small business lender Moula has appointed former managing director of Xero to its board.
READ MORERate cut on the cards
by Francesca Krakue • 2 Aug 2016
The Reserve Bank of Australia is likely to cut the cash rate today following July’s inflation results, according to a... READ MORE
Property survey highlights major paradox
by Tim Neary • 2 Aug 2016
Almost two out of every three Australian’s think now is the right time to get into the market, a new survey has... READ MORE

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