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Government given property ‘wake-up call’
by Georgia Brown • 22 Jul 2016
New research has ignited a discussion on the level of relevance the federal government places on the relationship...READ MORE
Small business tax cuts still on the cards: KPMG
by Miranda Brownlee • 22 Jul 2016
While tax cuts for large enterprises have essentially been ruled out following the election, KPMG believes there is... READ MORE
Aggregators blacklist new broking platform
by Huntley Mitchell • 21 Jul 2016
A number of aggregation groups have refused to partner with a new mortgage platform that has already rattled the... READ MORE
Choice announces key appointment
by Reporter • 21 Jul 2016
Choice Aggregation Services has appointed a new strategic accounts manager to strengthen its support of large broker... READ MORE
Fintechs ‘no threat’ to brokers – yet
by Tim Neary • 21 Jul 2016
There is nothing for brokers to fear about the current fintech surge shading the mortgage landscape, according to a... READ MORE
Minister’s new role brings stability to broking: FBAA
by Reporter • 21 Jul 2016
The FBAA says Kelly O’Dwyer’s appointment as the federal government’s new Minister for Revenue and Financial... READ MORE
Rent prices rise while vacancies remain tight
by Reporter • 21 Jul 2016
Rental vacancy rates remain tight for most of the country despite a recent national apartment-building boom, new... READ MORE
QBANK launches lead generation program
by Huntley Mitchell • 20 Jul 2016
Following its recent rebrand, Queensland-based lender QBANK has launched a new initiative that refers mortgage leads to... READ MORE
Regional bank streamlines SME loan lodgements
by Tim Neary • 20 Jul 2016
A non-major lender has taken steps to help brokers diversify their revenue streams, reinforcing its pledge of support... READ MORE
4 things you need to know about the UK mortgage market
by James Mitchell • 20 Jul 2016
The FBAA's Peter White recently announced that he will be travelling overseas to gain a deeper understanding of how... READ MORE
Foreign investors facing $65,000 tax
by Huntley Mitchell • 20 Jul 2016
A new report has revealed just how much foreign investors face in stamp duty costs to enter Australia’s property... READ MORE
Property market confidence falls further
by Reporter • 20 Jul 2016
New research has revealed that Australians are continuing to lose confidence in the property market, with sentiment in... READ MORE
Fintech lender launches unique broker portal
by James Mitchell • 19 Jul 2016
An alternative online lender has launched a free digital marketing portal for mortgage brokers as it looks to... READ MORE
FBAA to review broker commissions
by Reporter • 19 Jul 2016
The FBAA is set to conduct a review into the remuneration structures for mortgage brokers overseas to prove that the... READ MORE
Foreign demand for residential property 'continues to shrink': NAB
by James Mitchell • 19 Jul 2016
Overall demand from foreign buyers continues to shrink following the announcement of higher taxes and fewer domestic... READ MORE
Major bank arrears rise, non-banks fall
by Reporter • 19 Jul 2016
The number of housing loans in arrears has extended its rise for the seventh consecutive month, new figures have... READ MORE
Sydney leads for post-GFC property price growth
by Reporter • 19 Jul 2016
New research by CoreLogic shows Australia’s capital city housing market has been “extremely interest... READ MORE
Brokers warned over off-the-plan property sales
by Reporter • 18 Jul 2016
A buyer's agency director has highlighted the dangers brokers face in giving clients unqualified property investment... READ MORE
Banks continue to move on rates
by Huntley Mitchell • 18 Jul 2016
One of the big four banks has significantly reduced fixed rates for investors, while a non-major has targeted... READ MORE
Mortgage pricing headed for correction
by Reporter • 18 Jul 2016
A mortgage industry veteran has warned borrowers to brace for interest rate rises from the major banks despite the... READ MORE
First home buyer market ‘collapsing’: report
by Francesca Krakue • 18 Jul 2016
New findings suggest that rising property prices and negative media about home finance markets are scaring young... READ MORE
Decline in house rents largest on record
by Reporter • 18 Jul 2016
Rental rates are continuing to fall across the combined capitals despite annual growth in some markets, new figures... READ MORE
Disruptive mortgage platforms ‘about to explode’: CoreLogic
by James Mitchell • 15 Jul 2016
The boss of Australia’s largest data provider believes the online mortgage market is set for a significant... READ MORE
Non-banks and brokers face added commissions scrutiny
by Huntley Mitchell • 15 Jul 2016
ASIC is not the only industry body concerned with remuneration practices in the third-party channel, with the... READ MORE
FBAA makes key appointment
by Reporter • 15 Jul 2016
The Finance Brokers Association of Australia has appointed IT veteran Serge Burjak as its new chief information... READ MORE
Aussie cooks for a cause
by Reporter • 15 Jul 2016
Aussie Home Loans partnered with a food rescue charity this week to provide meals for the needy in the Perth... READ MORE
Banks slash investor rates by up to 70 basis points
by Huntley Mitchell & James Mitchell • 14 Jul 2016
Two regional banks have today announced fresh mortgage rates, with one lender reducing its rates for investors by 70... READ MORE
Resilience and tenacity key to top broker’s success
by Francesca Krakue • 14 Jul 2016
Crowned Broker of the Year at this year’s Australian Broking Awards, Brad Sewell shares with The Adviser the secret... READ MORE
Virgin Money cuts variable and fixed rates
by Huntley Mitchell • 14 Jul 2016
Virgin Money has slashed a number of interest rates for investors and owner-occupiers on one of its home loan... READ MORE
Aussie women at risk of ‘financial abuse’: report
by Francesca Krakue • 14 Jul 2016
New research has warned that three in five Australian women in relationships are not taking steps to ensure their own... READ MORE

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