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Ex-Aussie chief reveals big plans for broker channel
by Huntley Mitchell • 26 Aug 2015
Former Aussie Home Loans CEO Stephen Porges has told The Adviser why brokers are perfectly positioned to capitalise on...READ MORE
Brokers drive SME lending for NAB
by James Mitchell & Huntley Mitchell • 26 Aug 2015
As it prepares to roll out a new small business offering to brokers across the country, NAB has acknowledged the huge... READ MORE
Risk advisers should consider broking, says business coach
by Scott Hodder • 26 Aug 2015
A business consultant has suggested that young risk advisers take up mortgage broking as a way to drum up more business... READ MORE
Customers paying price for bank losses: FBAA
by Reporter • 26 Aug 2015
The FBAA has called for a reduction in credit card rates, labelling customers as the innocent victims of big banks... READ MORE
Regulator cancels credit licence of Queensland group
by James Mitchell • 25 Aug 2015
ASIC has cancelled the ACL of a Queensland-based credit provider.
READ MOREHomeloans cuts rates by 30 basis points
by James Mitchell • 25 Aug 2015
Homeloans has slashed rates on its prime home loan products by up to 30 basis points.
READ MOREMyState credits brokers for loan growth
by Emma Ryan & Huntley Mitchell • 25 Aug 2015
Increased efforts to engage with brokers have been cited by MyState for helping it achieve strong growth in its loan... READ MORE
WA bank plans east-coast expansion
by • 25 Aug 2015
Strong growth in lending activity is encouraging a small regional bank to expand interstate, relying solely on the... READ MORE
AFM appoints regional manager
by Huntley Mitchell • 25 Aug 2015
Australian First Mortgage (AFM) has recognised the need to bolster its sales team since its merger with non-bank lender... READ MORE
MFAA celebrates win over proposed PI changes
by Reporter • 25 Aug 2015
The MFAA is rejoicing for its members after receiving confirmation that the proposed legislative changes to... READ MORE
NAB strives for ‘next level’ in mortgage settlements
by Huntley Mitchell & Adam Zuchetti • 24 Aug 2015
Brokers will soon notice changes to the mortgage settlement process at NAB, as it focuses on the “fulfilment” of... READ MORE
Third-party veteran joins property group
by James Mitchell • 24 Aug 2015
The former chief executive of a major brokerage has announced his new role on the board of a burgeoning property... READ MORE
SMSF lending uncertainty impacting brokers' activity
by Miranda Brownlee & Huntley Mitchell • 24 Aug 2015
The uncertainty of SMSF lending following David Murray’s recommendation to ban it in the Financial System Inquiry has... READ MORE
Brokers access education on investment advice
by • 24 Aug 2015
A new accredited training program will launch tomorrow, aiming to educate brokers on how best to advise and support... READ MORE
Economic outlook downbeat in July
by Reporter • 24 Aug 2015
Australia’s economic outlook continues to be “mixed and patchy”, according to the latest monthly business survey... READ MORE
Broker commissions on regulator’s radar
by James Mitchell • 21 Aug 2015
The corporate watchdog has identified the possibility that brokers could be driven by commission to recommend bigger... READ MORE
Westpac announces $1,000 cashback offer for borrowers
by Huntley Mitchell • 21 Aug 2015
Westpac has launched a home loan rebate campaign for one of its products to coincide with celebrations for the Chinese... READ MORE
Industry bodies clash over proposed PI changes
by Emma Ryan • 21 Aug 2015
The MFAA and FBAA appear divided over proposed legislative changes to professional indemnity insurance.
READ MOREAMP planners write one in four mortgages
by James Mitchell • 21 Aug 2015
AMP Bank says its financial advisers were responsible for 24 per cent of all home loans written in the six months to 30... READ MORE
Mortgage Choice loan book approaches $50 billion
by James Mitchell • 21 Aug 2015
Listed brokerage Mortgage Choice has seen record settlement volumes in the 12 months to 30 June with settlements... READ MORE
Brokers on notice following ASIC lending probe
by James Mitchell • 20 Aug 2015
ASIC has warned brokers to review their practices after an investigation found a majority of interest-only home loans... READ MORE
Government takes aim at brokers and agents
by Nick Bendel • 20 Aug 2015
Mortgage brokers and real estate agents who help overseas buyers flout foreign investment rules will face severe... READ MORE
Macquarie says brokers driving revenue from social media
by Huntley Mitchell • 20 Aug 2015
A new report by Macquarie Bank has found mortgage brokers are increasingly leveraging social media to generate leads,... READ MORE
New broker sets record for Loan Market
by Reporter • 20 Aug 2015
A new-to-industry broker has graduated from Loan Market’s mentoring program in record time after writing $12 million... READ MORE
Aussie franchise recognised for 2014-15 success
by Reporter • 20 Aug 2015
Aussie Prospect has been praised by group CEO James Symond for its stellar performance over the last financial... READ MORE
Connective launches retail service
by James Mitchell • 19 Aug 2015
Leading aggregation group Connective has announced the launch of a new retail offering.
READ MOREBrokers ‘gaming the system’ on interest-only loans: lawyer
by James Mitchell • 19 Aug 2015
As ASIC prepares to release the findings of its report on interest-only mortgages, one Sydney property lawyer believes... READ MORE
Broker calls for standardised commissions
by Huntley Mitchell • 19 Aug 2015
One broker says standardising commissions will help address the ongoing channel conflict between lenders and loan... READ MORE
APF credits academy for ‘champion’ brokers
by Huntley Mitchell • 19 Aug 2015
Australian Property Finance (APF) says its broker academy is playing a vital role in helping attract and retain new... READ MORE
FBAA motor roadshow crosses the country
by Reporter • 19 Aug 2015
The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) is reporting a positive response from its ‘Finance in... READ MORE

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