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Reserve Bank makes cash rate call

by Reporter • 1 Mar 2016

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

Teachers Mutual slashes mortgage rates

by Huntley Mitchell • 1 Mar 2016

Teachers Mutual Bank has announced a number of rate reductions for some of its home loan products.

Aggregation boss defends industry against media attacks

by James Mitchell • 1 Mar 2016

The head of Australia’s largest aggregator has hit back at recent media reports that claim mortgage broking is rife... READ MORE

Brokers responsible for 90% of MyState's mortgage growth

by Emma Ryan • 1 Mar 2016

ASX-listed bank MyState has credited mortgage brokers for 90 per cent of its loan book growth over the first half of... READ MORE

Cash rate to hold at 2%

by Reporter • 1 Mar 2016

Experts have predicted the official cash rate will remain unchanged when the Reserve Bank of Australia... READ MORE

Business confidence rises in February

by Francesca Krakue • 1 Mar 2016

Business confidence rose in February due to increased confidence about performance and prospects, according to Roy... READ MORE

Economist calls for focus on future housing supply

by Georgia Brown • 1 Mar 2016

An industry economist has urged policymakers to make planning for Australia’s future housing requirements a higher... READ MORE

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CEO says AFR reports on mortgage broking are ‘laughable’

by Emma Ryan • 29 Feb 2016

The chief executive of an industry body has hit back at recent articles reporting on mortgage fraud and the dishonest... READ MORE

Listed aggregator reduces losses with strong digital growth

by James Mitchell • 29 Feb 2016

An ASX-listed mortgage aggregator has significantly reduced the $20 million loss it reported for the 2014-15 financial... READ MORE

Barry Plant appoints new GM

by Huntley Mitchell • 29 Feb 2016

Barry Plant Financial Services (BPFS), the broking arm of real estate network Barry Plant Group, has announced the... READ MORE

APF recognises top achievers

by Huntley Mitchell • 29 Feb 2016

Australian Property Finance (APF) has celebrated the achievements of its top brokers at an annual awards night hosted... READ MORE

Property investment among top money mistakes

by Reporter • 29 Feb 2016

Losing money on property investment is the second biggest money mistake Australians make, according to new... READ MORE

Victoria's top broker revealed at Better Business Awards

by Emma Ryan • 26 Feb 2016

A new-to-industry broker received top honours at The Adviser’s Better Business Awards in Melbourne last... READ MORE

Opinion: In defence of mortgage broking

by James Mitchell • 26 Feb 2016

When it comes to an accurate portrayal of Australian mortgage brokers, it seems the mainstream media have been watching... READ MORE

Rate rises to create big opportunities for broking

by Francesca Krakue • 26 Feb 2016

Future rate hikes will bring “discussion, disturbance and opportunities” to the third-party channel, says one... READ MORE

HIA backs capital gains decision

by Reporter • 26 Feb 2016

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has shown its full support for the government’s decision to make no changes to... READ MORE

Lender launches NRL tipping comp

by Reporter • 26 Feb 2016

Better Mortgage Management (BMM) has officially launched its 2016 NRL tipping competition for brokers, with over $1,500... READ MORE

Google reveals valuable mortgage data for brokers

by James Mitchell • 25 Feb 2016

A senior Google executive has shared valuable data on how Australians research their mortgage options and what drives... READ MORE

Westpac raises interest rates

by Huntley Mitchell • 25 Feb 2016

Westpac has released details of pricing changes for some of the bank’s lending products.

Chinese borrowers boosting non-banks' volumes

by Emma Ryan • 25 Feb 2016

More Chinese property investors are turning to Australian non-bank lenders to fund their acquisitions and projects in... READ MORE

SMEs demand a fair go for reform

by Reporter • 25 Feb 2016

Almost two in three SMEs support a simpler Fair Work Act, new research has revealed.

Heritage Bank names new broker head

by James Mitchell • 24 Feb 2016

The non-major lender has appointed a former NAB Broker executive to drive growth through the third-party... READ MORE

Chinese-Australian brokerage approaches $1 billion in settlements

by James Mitchell • 24 Feb 2016

A Sydney brokerage settled over $879 million in residential mortgage settlements in 2015 following the launch of its... READ MORE

Aggregator's new partnership could mean lower rates

by Huntley Mitchell • 24 Feb 2016

Boutique aggregator eChoice has announced a new strategic partnership that could help brokers secure lower home loan... READ MORE

Industry bodies endorse broker mentoring program

by Francesca Krakue • 24 Feb 2016

The FBAA and MFAA have approved and accredited a training program for brokers wanting to mentor their new-to-industry... READ MORE

Mortgage refinancing hits record high

by Reporter • 24 Feb 2016

The number of home loan customers opting to refinance has reached an all-time high, according to new research.

Economist slams ‘ineffective’ land supply policy

by Francesca Krakue • 24 Feb 2016

Australia’s land supply policy is not keeping up with the country’s burgeoning population, one economist has... READ MORE

Banks forced to rely on broker channel

by Emma Ryan & Adam Zuchetti • 23 Feb 2016

With broker market share tipped to reach 60 per cent this year, the head of one aggregation group says banks have no... READ MORE

Broker group launches industry-first film studio

by Emma Ryan • 23 Feb 2016

MoneyQuest has announced the opening of an industry-first film studio, available for brokers who want to create... READ MORE

Loan arrears continue to rise

by Huntley Mitchell • 23 Feb 2016

The proportion of Australian housing loans in arrears has increased for prime and non-conforming residential... READ MORE

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