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2 in 5 SMEs to use savings to invest: Westpac

by Malavika Santhebennur • 12 Oct 2021

Many SMEs said the COVID-19 crisis has allowed them to grow their savings, which they will channel into business... READ MORE

‘Days of the monolined broker are over’, SME lenders warn

by Annie Kane • 7 Oct 2021

“Brokers of tomorrow” will need to provide a full-service offering – including commercial loan writing – to... READ MORE

Former broker launches broker coaching program

by Annie Kane • 6 Oct 2021

Former Time Home Loans director Ruan Burger has launched a new coaching business for brokers, Success & Broker. READ MORE

Better Business Awards NSW/ACT winners revealed!

by Annie Kane • 29 Sep 2021

The leading members of the broking industry in NSW and the ACT have been unveiled at the Better Business Awards 2021. READ MORE

Judo Bank commits to SME Recovery Loan Scheme

by Annie Kane • 28 Sep 2021

The SME bank will be participating in the revamped SME Recovery Loan Scheme, which will launch on Friday (1 October). READ MORE

Proportion of female brokers drops to new low

by Annie Kane • 27 Sep 2021

The number and proportion of female brokers have dropped to a record low, according to the MFAA. READ MORE

Momentum launches new cyber-security podcast

by reporter • 14 Sep 2021

Momentum Media has launched the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, providing market updates, intelligence and insights on... READ MORE

Aggregator coaches set up brokerage

by reporter • 14 Sep 2021

Two Loan Market coaches have stepped out of their head office roles to open their own broking office in Queensland. READ MORE

Better Business Awards NSW goes virtual!

by reporter • 13 Sep 2021

The leading members of the broking industry in NSW and ACT will be unveiled on 29 September, as the Better Business... 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 Annie Kane • 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 Annie Kane • 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

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

by Annie Kane • 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

Suncorp launches new broker portal

by Annie Kane • 29 Jul 2021

The non-major bank has released a new broker platform as it continues to prioritise home lending and its broker... READ MORE

Prospa boosted by business sentiment rise

by Sarah Simpkins • 26 Jul 2021

Prospa managed a personal best of $182.7 million in loan originations during the June quarter, with the business lender... READ MORE

Victorian and Tasmanian brokers celebrated at BBAs

by Annie Kane • 15 Jul 2021

The leading brokers in Victoria and Tasmania have been named at The Adviser’s Better Business Business Awards in... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Michelle Towner, Towner Finance

by Annie Kane • 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

Brokers urged to be vigilant when buying/selling trail books

by Annie Kane • 2 Jul 2021

EOFY and the beginning of the new financial year are a peak time for finance scams. Brokers are being urged to be... READ MORE

Building a Brokerage: Opening an independent brokerage

by Malavika Santhebennur • 1 Jul 2021

In the second instalment of the two-part Building a Brokerage feature, The Adviser explores what is entailed in opening... READ MORE

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

by Annie Kane • 29 Jun 2021

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

Better Business Summit and Awards Sydney postponed

by reporter • 23 Jun 2021

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 resurgence in Sydney, the NSW leg of the Better Business Summit and Better Business Awards... READ MORE

Why this broker sought ‘beehive’ referrals

by Malavika Santhebennur • 17 Jun 2021

Brisbane-based engineer-turned-broker Adam Bradley explains why he grows relationships with “beehive” referral... READ MORE

Broker consultancy workshop launches

by reporter • 10 Jun 2021

The business plan to help brokers re-engineer their businesses to be more efficient and profitable will be unveiled at... READ MORE

New repricing and refi tool launches for brokers

by Annie Kane • 9 Jun 2021

A former broker has launched an AI-based tech platform that automates the repricing and refinancing process for... READ MORE