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OPINION -- Lean on us

by Staff Reporter • 2 Dec 2010
As Australia's brokers prepare for the introduction of licensing, so too are the banks. Licensing will ensure...READ MORE

THE WORD -- Licensing in 2011

by Staff Reporter • 2 Dec 2010
Licensing is almost upon us and while there is little doubt that the level of professionalism will be raised, how will... READ MORE

THE WORD -- Commission structural changes

by Staff Reporter • 8 Nov 2010
While the focus on writing loans turns to quality rather than quantity, there's differing views around how changes to... READ MORE

ANALYSIS -- The only way is up

by Staff Reporter • 8 Nov 2010
It would now appear to be a question of when - rather than if - the majors will raise rates above the Reserve Bank... READ MORE

OPINION -- Give us a (festive) break

by Staff Reporter • 8 Nov 2010
While licensing will benefit the broker community, the start date couldn't come at a worse time for the industry.... READ MORE

OPINION -- The next frontier

by Staff Reporter • 7 Oct 2010
Technological innovations are making the ‘instant loan' a reality - we just need mankind to catch up.... READ MORE

THE WORD -- No deposit home loans

by Staff Reporter • 7 Oct 2010
While more lenders continue to reintroduce 95 per cent LVR mortgages, the industry remains at odds over whether or not... READ MORE

ANALYSIS -- Lending conditions in decline

by Staff Reporter • 30 Aug 2010
Banks have significantly tightened their lending over the last 12 months, but will they re-open their doors anytime... READ MORE

OPINION -- A cut above

by Staff Reporter • 30 Aug 2010
Successful brokers know they need to differentiate themselves from the pack through quality customer service.... READ MORE

ANALYSIS -- Mortgage exit fee debate heats up

by Staff Reporter • 2 Aug 2010
There is growing concern that the government's plan to reduce early mortgage exit fees could stifle competition rather... READ MORE

THE WORD -- Fixed rate product demand

by Staff Reporter • 2 Aug 2010
Most of the mortgage industry's key lenders have slashed the interest rate on their fixed rate products. But will these... READ MORE

OPINION -- Planning for the future

by Staff Reporter • 2 Aug 2010
With regulation fast approaching, change is in the air. But many brokers are failing to proactively plan for it.... READ MORE

OPINION -- Good, better, best

by Staff Reporter • 23 Jun 2010
Good quality customer service is a broker's best bet for winning repeat business and client retention.... READ MORE

THE WORD -- The MFAA's $1.4m consumer campaign

by Staff Reporter • 23 Jun 2010
The MFAA has announced the launch of a million dollar advertising campaign that aims to encourage consumers to use... READ MORE

ANALYSIS -- People power

by Staff Reporter • 27 May 2010

The quality of BDM support can significantly influence where brokers place their business. READ MORE

OPINION -- On the right path

by Staff Reporter • 27 May 2010
As competition starts to re-emerge in the market and property continues its strong upwards surge, the role of the... READ MORE

THE WORD -- MFAA accreditation post-licensing

by Staff Reporter • 27 May 2010
Banks currently require brokers to be accredited members of an industry body, but what will happen when licensing is... READ MORE

ANALYSIS -- Money don't come cheap

by Staff Reporter • 5 May 2010
The GFC is mentioned less these days but its effect on the cost of funding remains a force to be reckoned... READ MORE

Dispelling the myths around regulation

by Staff Reporter • 5 May 2010
As mortgage brokers prepare for regulation, many are still asking questions about what the new licensing regime means... READ MORE

THE WORD -- Investor activity

by Staff Reporter • 5 May 2010
With the first home buyer government stimulus package now wound back, the investor sector is expected to generate solid... READ MORE

OPINION -- Climbing out of the GFC

by Staff Reporter • 5 May 2010
While the liquidity crisis forced many smaller lenders out of the industry, those that have survived may soon see the... READ MORE

OPINION -- Light on the horizon

by Staff Reporter • 15 Apr 2010

The outlook for securitisation is improving, with signs that activity will gather pace over 2010. READ MORE

THE WORD -- Broker numbers

by Staff Reporter • 15 Apr 2010
As the implementation of the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009 (Cth) draws closer, broker attrition is... READ MORE

THE WORD -- Licensing

by Staff Reporter • 26 Feb 2010
Last month, Westpac announced it would lower its maximum LVR for new customers; potentially opening the floodgate... READ MORE

OPINION -- Women's business

by Staff Reporter • 26 Feb 2010
CBA’s executive general manager third party banking, Kathy Cummings, explains the growing opportunities for women in... READ MORE

Brokers fear heavy handed licensing

by Staff Reporter • 26 Feb 2010
Licensing is widely welcomed but brokers still have reservations as to how it will impact their... READ MORE

Consolidation inevitable, but a good thing -- brokers

by Staff Reporter • 29 Jan 2010
With a new regulatory regime imminent, the broking industry is set to undergo further consolidation. But brokers remain... READ MORE

Rate gap creates non-bank opportunity

by Staff Reporter • 29 Jan 2010
The RBA’s December rate hike has created the largest standard variable rate spread between the majors in more than a... READ MORE

Knocking on brokers' doors

by Staff Reporter • 29 Jan 2010
Almost two years after its sudden departure from the mortgage lending market, Macquarie Bank is poised to make a... READ MORE

THE WORD -- Broker commissions

by Staff Reporter • 29 Jan 2010
Debate about commissions has raged since they were cut in 2007 but what do industry pundits have to say on the topic as... READ MORE
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