Analysis for Mortgage and Finance Industry - The Adviser

2014: Year in review

by Huntley Mitchell • 18 Dec 2014

With brokers now writing more than half of Australia’s home loans and some record-breaking results for lenders and... READ MORE

Gen next: Where will new brokers come from?

by Huntley Mitchell • 20 Oct 2014

Attracting new brokers remains the industry’s number one issue. But what will the repercussions be if it fails to do... READ MORE

The hottest piece of a hot market

by John Bastick • 20 Oct 2014

More than one in three residential loans is now for investors. It represents great opportunities for brokers but, as... READ MORE

Is financial planning your next move?

by James Mitchell • 20 Oct 2014

If diversification is the question, then financial planning could well be the answer. And with more brokers attempting... READ MORE

Cheap money. Dirty tricks!

by Kim Cannon • 20 Oct 2014

With lenders racing to drop rates as fast as they can, some borrowers are being blindsided to the real cost of their... READ MORE

Mortgage fraud: It’s back!

by Reporter • 24 Sep 2014

Credit application fraud is at its highest levels since 2009. With the rapid uptake of digital and new technology,... READ MORE

Do your research and win the client

by Lee Wade • 21 Aug 2014

When you’re meeting a prospective loan client for the first time, wouldn’t it be handy if you knew a little bit... READ MORE

The long and short of quick finance

by Nick Bendel • 12 Aug 2014

Reputable short-term lenders have worked hard in recent times to shed the industry’s ‘cowboy’ image. And with an... READ MORE

Mutually beneficial: Why you should use mutuals

by Nick Bendel • 4 Aug 2014

Their prices are competitive, their service is impressive and they know how to take care of customers. Isn’t it about... READ MORE

Where to now for the MFAA?

by Reporter • 4 Aug 2014

Riddled by inaction, an outgoing CEO and a less than happy member base, the broking industry’s peak body – the MFAA... READ MORE

Who’s eating up your aggregator?

by John Bastick • 4 Aug 2014

The aggregation business is undergoing momentous change. Groups are consolidating and, in recent times, lenders are... READ MORE

Research group tips massive year for mortgages

by Staff Reporter • 7 Jul 2014

Mortgage lending will be one of Australia’s top five industries during the next 12 months, according to a research... READ MORE

Real estate ‘frenzy’ has finished: SQM Research

by Steven Cross • 16 Jun 2014

The housing market is losing steam and is heading into more stable territory, according to new data about stock on... READ MORE

An industry to be proud of

by Nick Bendel • 5 Jun 2014

Despite the undeniable value that brokers offer their clients, some members of the public still regard the industry as... READ MORE

Lender report card 2013

by Steven Cross • 17 Jan 2014

The past 12 months have seen further innovation and consolidation from a majority of lenders, but which ones... READ MORE

Innovation: Dead or alive?

by Jessica Darnbrough • 1 Oct 2013

Brokers are demanding greater product innovation from lenders, but can the banks deliver? READ MORE

Paving the way forward

by Reporter • 1 Oct 2013

In August, leading professionals from the broking industry assembled in Sydney to recognise the nation’s top... READ MORE

An evolving industry

by Reporter • 2 Sep 2013

The Adviser brought together some of Australia's lender heads to hear their thoughts on the future and evolution of the... READ MORE

Salary expectations

by Jessica Darnbrough • 2 Sep 2013

To attract young recruits into the third party distribution channel, salaries are a must, as The Adviser discovers READ MORE

A powerful tool

by Jessica Darnbrough • 1 Jul 2013

As competition heats up among Australia’s lenders, some are looking at broker commissions as a way to get ahead READ MORE

Keep it clear

by Jessica Darnbrough • 1 Jul 2013

With more banks purchasing aggregators and brokerages, is it time for brokers to start disclosing who ‘their boss’... READ MORE

The perfect partnership?

by Staff Reporter • 28 Jun 2013

Mortgage brokers and financial planners are increasingly coming together – but is this the perfect marriage of... READ MORE

The battle begins

by Reporter • 1 Apr 2013

Pushed to the sidelines in recent years, Australia’s non-majors are planning a full-scale return to form and are... READ MORE

Losing their relevance?

by Staff Reporter • 28 Mar 2013

Are Australia’s broker industry bodies, the MFAA and FBAA, losing their relevance? The Adviser seeks the opinions of... READ MORE

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