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AFG acquires aggregator

by Annie Kane • 30 Nov 2021

The ASX-listed aggregator has acquired an asset finance aggregation company.

Brokers write two-thirds of Australian mortgages

by Annie Kane • 30 Nov 2021

Mortgage brokers wrote a record 67 per cent of all new residential home loans in the September quarter, according to... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Thuy Hook, EZ Finance

by Sam Nichols • 30 Nov 2021

We find out why Ms Hook entered broking, the value of maintaining customer service, and how she responded when a former... READ MORE

Bendigo Bank to launch home loans to brokers

by Sarah Simpkins • 29 Nov 2021

The bank has flagged that it will open up its home loans to the broker channel within the next two years, under a... READ MORE

MoneyQuest acquires Buyers Choice

by Annie Kane • 24 Nov 2021

The mortgage broking franchise has acquired boutique sub-aggregator Buyers Choice for an undisclosed... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Jennifer Richardson, 123 Financial Group

by Sam Nichols • 23 Nov 2021

We find out why Ms Richardson decided to enter the industry, how she manages to do everything at once, and the... READ MORE

91% of broker clients would recommend their broker

by Annie Kane • 18 Nov 2021

Broker clients overwhelmingly believe brokers act in their best interests and would recommend them to friends and... READ MORE

33% of brokers lack technology expertise: Connective research

by Sam Nichols • 12 Nov 2021

A recent survey has concluded that one-third of brokers lack the confidence to utilise technology in their... READ MORE

Borrower priorities differ to what brokers think they are: Connective...

by Sam Nichols • 11 Nov 2021

There is a “disconnect” between what borrowers say they want and what brokers think they want, according to new... READ MORE

Exclusive interview: Federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg

by Annie Kane • 8 Nov 2021

In October, federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg sat down for an exclusive interview with Momentum Media director Alex... READ MORE

Beyond Bank eyes expanded broker reach with merger

by Sarah Simpkins • 5 Nov 2021

Beyond Bank has outlined a broker growth strategy in regional Victoria and South Australia, which could unfold under... READ MORE

Teachers Mutual targets brokers as merger wraps

by Malavika Santhebennur • 2 Nov 2021

The mutual bank has outlined how brokers would help reach customers in areas without the same bricks-and-mortar... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Alycia Inglis, Stoneturn

by Sam Nichols • 2 Nov 2021

We find out the reasons why Ms Inglis established her online platform, her background with broking, and what else needs... READ MORE

Non-bank completes acquisition of personal lender

by Sam Nichols • 26 Oct 2021

An ASX-listed company has confirmed that it has acquired a personal lender for $100 million in cash plus... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Xia Xia Yu, Smartline

by Sam Nichols • 19 Oct 2021

We find out why Ms Yu embraced the broking industry, how she managed to build an award-winning franchise, and how... READ MORE

Brokerages to integrate as one brand

by Malavika Santhebennur • 18 Oct 2021

Mortgage Choice and Smartline will operate under one brand, effective in 2022, according to the REA Group.

NAB to merge NAB-Advantedge sales teams

by Annie Kane • 1 Oct 2021

The major bank has combined the NAB Broker and Advantedge sales teams into one business, Broker... READ MORE

Turnaround delays impacting broker client satisfaction

by Annie Kane • 6 Sep 2021

EXCLUSIVE: The lengthy delays affecting broker-lodged loans have negatively impacted how borrowers view the broker... READ MORE

The new credit reporting

by Malavika Santhebennur • 3 Sep 2021

There were two important changes in the credit reporting sector in July 2021: the amended mandatory comprehensive... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Marvin Coleman, Mortgage Choice Oakleigh

by Sam Nichols • 24 Aug 2021

We speak with the Mortgage Choice Oakleigh broker about how a home loan led to him becoming a broker, and how backing... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Robert Trewin, Trewin Mortgage Broking

by Sam Nichols • 20 Aug 2021

We find out how Mr Trewin switched to broking, what it means to service a regional community, and what supporting your... READ MORE

Bank CEO pledges to maintain broker offering following merger

by Annie Kane • 4 Aug 2021

The CEO of Newcastle Permanent has said the lender will continue to operate in the broker channel should its merger... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Nicola Tucker, Surf Coast Finance

by Sam Nichols • 3 Aug 2021

We find out how Ms Tucker entered the industry, how best to build your own brokerage and how a new broker can best... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Michelle Towner, Towner Finance

by Sam Nichols • 13 Jul 2021

We find out how Michelle Towner's brokerage is growing, why best interest duty prompted a change in her business, and... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Jason Boccaccio, Adelaide Commercial Finance

by Sam Nichols • 29 Jun 2021

We find out how Jason Boccaccio established himself in SME finance, why he started a mortgage broking business, and... READ MORE

Court approves REA acquisition of Mortgage Choice

by Malavika Santhebennur • 17 Jun 2021

The major brokerage has announced that it has received court approval of the scheme of arrangement for REA Group’s... READ MORE

Federal Court approves NAB-86 400 deal

by Malavika Santhebennur • 12 May 2021

The major bank has announced that it will proceed with the acquisition of 86 400 after receiving court approval, with... READ MORE

The next steps for the Lendi Group

by Annie Kane • 5 May 2021

David Hyman, the CEO of the newly merged Lendi Group, speaks to The Adviser about what’s next for the Aussie and... READ MORE

Aussie-Lendi merger officially completes

by Malavika Santhebennur • 4 May 2021

The merger between major brokerage Aussie and online loan platform Lendi has officially finalised, with David Hyman... READ MORE

APRA approves NAB-86 400 deal

by Annie Kane • 29 Apr 2021

The prudential regulator has granted approval for the major bank to fully acquire neobank 86 400.

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