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Interview from the Indian Ocean — Rob Barton on his Guinness World...

by Annie Kane • 2 Jun 2023

PREMIUM Strawberry Finance broker Rob Barton talks to The Adviser from the Indian Ocean, as he attempts to become the...READ MORE

New Broker Q&A: Blake and Reece Thorn, Auspak Home Loans

by Adrian Suljanovic • 2 Jun 2023

Fresh-faced broker brothers Blake and Reece Thorn have found their way into the family business and have made their... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Paul Williams, Mortgage Choice South Melbourne

by Adrian Suljanovic • 29 May 2023

After sweeping up the Editor’s Choice award at the Better Business Awards Victoria/Tasmania 2023, Mortgage Choice... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Chris DiBlasi, Saint Finance WA

by Adrian Suljanovic • 22 May 2023

After winning the Editor’s Choice award at the Better Business Awards Western Australia 2023, Saint Finance’s... READ MORE

Wellness May 2023: What do brokers do to de-stress and unwind?

by Adrian Suljanovic • 15 May 2023

With the world of broking being busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure they can deal with the stress of a... READ MORE

The SME paradox

by • 11 May 2023

Despite rising costs, high inflation, and an aggressive Tax Office chasing debts, Australian SMEs are remarkably... READ MORE

The Word: How are you helping support SMEs at the moment?

by • 11 May 2023

As we head towards the end of this financial year, brokers are busy supporting small businesses prepare for the year... READ MORE

Gearing Up: Equipment finance sector report

by Adrian Suljanovic • 10 May 2023

With the end of the financial year approaching, many SMEs will be seeking to take advantage of their instant asset... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Anthony O'Flynn, IFA Mortgages

by Adrian Suljanovic • 10 May 2023

Owner and senior mortgage adviser at Sydney-based IFA Mortgages, Anthony O'Flynn, recently sat down with the Elite... READ MORE

Wellness: ‘Recovering the person I am supposed to be’

by Adrian Suljanovic • 9 May 2023

James Brett of Truly Finance was the recent recipient of the Wellness Advocate of the Year NSW/ACT at the Better... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Nick Bartel, MoneyQuest, SA

by Adrian Suljanovic • 2 May 2023

Based in Nairne, South Australia, MoneyQuest franchise owner, finance specialist, and broker Nick Bartel was one of the... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Mel Smith, Aussie Home Loans QLD

by Adrian Suljanovic • 24 Apr 2023

On the heels of winning the Editor’s Choice award at the Better Business Awards Qld 2023, Aussie Home Loans broker... READ MORE

Should the RBA board only meet 8 times a year?

by Annie Kane • 21 Apr 2023

OPINION An RBA fit for the future has suggested that the central bank should have two boards and should meet eight... READ MORE

New Broker Q&A: Fabien Tribe, The Lending Lab

by • 19 Apr 2023

Having worked in the mortgage and finance industry in a range of roles at aggregators, brokerages, and banks, Fabien... READ MORE

Wellness April 2023: What do brokers do to unwind?

by Adrian Suljanovic • 17 Apr 2023

With the world of broking being busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure they can deal with the stress of a... READ MORE

The Word: What tech tools do you use in your business?

by Reporter • 14 Apr 2023

With technology coming on leaps and bounds in the mortgage and broking process, we wanted to know what tech tools... READ MORE

Serious about cyber

by Annie Kane • 14 Apr 2023

Cyber security continues to be the dominant security concern for Australia — with more work going on across industry... READ MORE

Lightning fast: The tech helping brokers deliver loans in a flash

by Annie Kane • 12 Apr 2023

There’s been an explosion of new tech in the broking industry the past few years, with fantastic innovations and... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Kerry Kalendra, MTA Mortgage Brokers

by Adrian Suljanovic • 27 Mar 2023

Founder and director of Victora-based brokerage MTA Mortgage Brokers, Kerry Kalendra, recently sat down for the Elite... READ MORE

The Word: What trends are you seeing from regional borrowers?

by • 16 Mar 2023

As we come out of the regional boom, brokers share what trends they’re starting to see in 2023

Broking in the regions

by • 13 Mar 2023

While regional brokers are familiar with the ebb and flow of running a small business in the regions, these last few... READ MORE

Passing the baton

by Fabian Cotter • 13 Mar 2023

Starting and growing a successful business might be the obvious priorities for mortgage brokers, but do far too few... READ MORE

Lessons from the Great Resignation

by Adrian Suljanovic • 10 Mar 2023

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic first hit in 2020, there has been a shift in how people think about their work/life... READ MORE

Out and About: Feb/Mar 2023

by Annie Kane • 9 Mar 2023

A snapshot of some of the events, seminars and functions from the mortgage and broking... READ MORE

Regional roundabout

by • 8 Mar 2023

Just as the pandemic created one of the biggest social and lifestyle shifts, with a mass migration from the capital... READ MORE

How Lendi became the most valuable brokerage in the country

by James Mitchell • 7 Mar 2023

From a start-up in 2013 to a $935-million valuation in 2021, Lendi has come a long way from the call centre on Pitt... READ MORE

New Broker Q&A: Tom Carmody, Craft Financial

by Adrian Suljanovic • 27 Feb 2023

After leaving his last job as an electrician and entering the broker space just over two years ago, Tom Carmody has... READ MORE

A look back at PLAN, Choice and FAST

by Annie Kane • 24 Feb 2023

Aggregator brands PLAN Australia, Choice Aggregation and FAST are the latest to be ‘retired’ as the broking... READ MORE

It’s the little things: How leaders can create happier work...

by Adrian Suljanovic • 9 Feb 2023

When it comes to supporting a team and being a good leader, it’s the little things that can make a big difference,... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Brenden Lowbridge, Money Links

by Adrian Suljanovic • 6 Feb 2023

Brenden Lowbridge first spoke to The Adviser in 2017 when he talked about his journey into broking, the loans he was... READ MORE