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Spruikers not brokers ‘creating the problem’ with SMSFs
by Huntley Mitchell • 19 Jun 2015
Trouble in the SMSF sector should be blamed on spruikers rather than brokers or lenders, one prominent industry figure...READ MORE
The search for Australia’s brightest broker continues
by Reporter • 19 Jun 2015
Round one of Broker IQ has been open for just under three weeks and is already generating an outstanding response, with... READ MORE
Google and Facebook key to pay-per-click ads
by Huntley Mitchell • 19 Jun 2015
There are multiple ways that brokers can use pay-per-click advertising effectively as a lead generation tool, according... READ MORE
More consumers taking advantage of low rates
by Reporter • 19 Jun 2015
Australian borrowers are taking advantage of the record-low interest rates by consolidating or transferring their... READ MORE
NSW emerging as broker battleground
by • 18 Jun 2015
Lenders may follow the lead of ING Direct by singling out NSW investors for separate rates, with implications for the... READ MORE
Government inquiry fails to settle negative gearing debate
by Reporter • 18 Jun 2015
Negative gearing probably has a “detrimental effect” on housing affordability but the impact on rental... READ MORE
Senior industry figures prepare to go ‘homeless’
by Emma Ryan • 18 Jun 2015
Brokers and bankers will rough it out at this year’s Vinnies CEO Sleepout, as they attempt to highlight Australia’s... READ MORE
FHBs more determined than ever
by Reporter • 18 Jun 2015
Australian first home buyers are prepared to make sacrifices in order to save for a home deposit, according to... READ MORE
Brokers tip SMSF lending slowdown
by Huntley Mitchell • 17 Jun 2015
The majority of brokers believe less people will purchase property via their SMSF as a result of APRA’s investor... READ MORE
New brokerage uses social media campaign to drive business
by Emma Ryan • 17 Jun 2015
An online campaign has resulted in a record month and greater enquiry volumes for one of Australia’s newest boutique... READ MORE
Investor lending changes insufficient: Moody's
by Reporter • 17 Jun 2015
The big four have been warned that more reform is needed if they want to address the risks in their mortgage... READ MORE
Low home loan literacy rates for Australian borrowers
by Reporter • 17 Jun 2015
A new survey by super fund-owned bank, ME, has revealed that the majority of Australians have little understanding of... READ MORE
Investor lending changes puts brokers in ‘fantastic position’
by Huntley Mitchell • 16 Jun 2015
Brokers have a vital role to play in explaining the fast-changing lending landscape to borrowers, according to... READ MORE
‘Digital can help brokers grow their business’: Westpac
by Huntley Mitchell • 16 Jun 2015
Westpac has urged brokers to get on board the digital marketing train to ensure they remain relevant to their... READ MORE
More borrowers fixing their loans
by Reporter • 16 Jun 2015
Fixed-rate home loan demand climbed slightly higher over May, according to new research by Mortgage Choice.
READ MORENSW home owners struggle as ACT families do it easy
by Reporter • 16 Jun 2015
Housing has continued to become more unaffordable, with households spending a larger share of their income on mortgage... READ MORE
Brokers favour non-banks for investor loans
by Huntley Mitchell • 15 Jun 2015
An exclusive new survey of more than 750 readers of The Adviser has revealed that a majority of brokers plan to write... READ MORE
Bluestone slashes interest rate
by Reporter • 15 Jun 2015
Bluestone Mortgages has announced an interest rate cut of up to 25 basis points across its range of specialist lending... READ MORE
Banks genuinely support third-party channel: report
by Reporter • 15 Jun 2015
Lenders believe third-party mortgages will gain a 60 per cent market share due to their new focus on sticking close to... READ MORE
Steady rates on the horizon
by Reporter • 15 Jun 2015
Variable interest rates are set to remain steady for the remainder of June as a result of the Reserve Bank’s decision... READ MORE
Brokers to foot bill for Basel 4 transition
by • 12 Jun 2015
Mortgage brokers may face additional costs when the major banks move to comply with new capital requirements proposed... READ MORE
Uncrowded marketplace waiting for brokers to claim
by Huntley Mitchell • 12 Jun 2015
Very few brokers are taking advantage of a “mind-blowingly” inexpensive lead generation tool, a digital marketing... READ MORE
Bank prolongs increased referral fee offer
by Reporter • 12 Jun 2015
ING Direct has extended a special offer that offers double the referral incentive to brokers.
READ MOREResi franchises rebrand to YBR
by Reporter • 12 Jun 2015
Resi franchisees have agreed to adopt Yellow Brick Road branding on their shop fronts, following its acquisition last... READ MORE
AFG breaks monthly loan record
by • 11 Jun 2015
Australian Finance Group has seen a record-breaking month of loan processing off the back of surging refinancing... READ MORE
Bluestone launches new SME product for borrowers
by Reporter • 11 Jun 2015
Specialist lender Bluestone Mortgages has introduced a new product aimed to assist brokers who service the... READ MORE
Broker technology goes under the microscope
by Reporter • 11 Jun 2015
A unique industry survey will examine how brokers are being affected by the rise and rise of technology.
READ MOREHousing affordability problem spurs innovative solution
by Reporter • 11 Jun 2015
A proposed housing scheme could make it easier for young and old Australians to find suitable homes at affordable... READ MORE
Investor loans defy APRA crackdown
by • 10 Jun 2015
The value of new investor loans rose in April despite attempts by the prudential regulator to curb investor lending,... READ MORE
Banks' property exposure continues to rise
by Reporter • 10 Jun 2015
APRA has painted a mixed picture of the state of banks’ mortgage portfolios, with interest-only loans sharply rising... READ MORE

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