Analysis for Mortgage and Finance Industry - The Adviser

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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 with. 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 business. READ MORE