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Building a healthy business culture

by Tas Bindi • 7 Aug 2019

Striking the right balance between culture, incentives and processes is becoming critical for all financial services...READ MORE

Why the finance industry should embrace flexibility

by Sally Bruce • 1 Aug 2019

When I started my working life, seeking workplace flexibility was an off-ramp to your career. While we have come so... READ MORE

Home loans are boring!

by Jason Back • 22 Jul 2019

And thank god they are, because we’re not in the business of selling loans, says Jason Back.

Protecting your brokerage from data thieves

by Tas Bindi • 5 Jul 2019

Lax data security practices can put broking businesses and their customers at risk, with the issue set to become more... READ MORE

Why July is the time for brokers to heed small business needs

by Olly Guilleaume • 1 Jul 2019

With every end of financial year (EOFY) comes advice, advertisements and sales encouraging businesses to make purchases... READ MORE

When the ‘why’ may be not enough

by Jason Back • 10 Jun 2019

So you are clear on your “why” and you have all the inspiration now in the world. And why... READ MORE

Understanding cash flows

by Annie Kane • 5 Jun 2019

While asset and equipment finance is often the entry point to SME finance for brokers, becoming a trusted finance... READ MORE

How brokers can support small business clients this EOFY

by Matt Bauld • 29 May 2019

The end of financial year is fast approaching. It’s a busy period for many Australians, and time-poor small business... READ MORE

Using turbulence to drive success: How change can be a catalyst for...

by Nick Young • 21 May 2019

The world is always changing, and our industry is certainly no exception. However, it’s worth keeping in mind that... READ MORE

Defining your employee value proposition

by Zak Wilford • 15 May 2019

The market is beginning to settle after a turbulent royal commission. As a result, movement in the market is... READ MORE

What do mortgage broking trail and pinball have in common?

by Jeff Zulman • 7 May 2019

The Founder and managing director of TrailBlazer Finance considers the unlikely similarities between trail commission... READ MORE

Competition vs. Collaboration: The balancing act

by Tas Bindi • 6 May 2019

While competition and collaboration are often considered mutually exclusive forces, one can actually strengthen the... READ MORE

How the broking industry can flourish during uncertainty

by Lisa Claes • 30 Apr 2019

The real estate landscape is increasingly unpredictable, says CoreLogic International CEO Lisa Claes, but brokers can... READ MORE

What the rise of fintechs means for brokers

by Tas Bindi • 24 Apr 2019

A new wave of fintech companies has emerged with solutions covering many aspects of the lending value chain. But what... READ MORE

Community engagement can drive brand awareness but needs to be done...

by Kylie Platt • 16 Apr 2019

Perth-based The Local Loan Company recently won the Excellence in Business - Community award at PLAN Australia’s 2018... READ MORE

Five sustainable business strategies to steer your business in...

by Brendan Wright • 8 Apr 2019

Following the release of the banking royal commission’s final report, FAST CEO Brendan Wright discusses the... READ MORE

Winds of change

by Annie Kane • 5 Apr 2019

On 4 February, the final report of the Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial... READ MORE

The first battle may have been won, but the war has only just begun

by Brett Mansfield • 11 Mar 2019

In the weeks since the release of the banking royal commission final report, and through the outstanding efforts of all... READ MORE

Outside looking in

by Tas Bindi • 11 Mar 2019

Brokers looking at the Australian market from abroad say change should not be feared. Tas Bindi speaks to... READ MORE

The borrower's mortgage experience

by Annie Kane • 11 Mar 2019

What do borrowers think about getting a mortgage? Annie Kane outlines some of the key findings from the Consumer Access... READ MORE

The biggest marketing mistake brokers make

by Sabri Suby • 5 Mar 2019

One of the biggest mistakes I see in the way brokers market themselves is spending money on advertising and expecting... READ MORE

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Half of Australians are battling financial stress, research reveals

by Ezekiel MacNevin • 27 Feb 2019

A recent report has revealed that more than 50 per cent of Australians are stressed about their finances, with nearly... READ MORE

Commissioner Hayne, what ‘heinous’ crime did mortgage brokers...

by Jeff Zulman • 25 Feb 2019

The recent royal commission was charged with uncovering misconduct in the banking and wider financial services... READ MORE

3 habits of a customer-obsessed business

by Emma Cattermole • 15 Feb 2019

Delivering a great client experience is key to repeat business for any broking business. Emma Cattermole of Wealthfolio... READ MORE

Broking in the regions

by Tas Bindi • 8 Feb 2019

Broking in regional, remote and rural areas comes with many advantages, but it can also be challenging at times. Tas... READ MORE

The broker's guide to CCR

by Tas Bindi • 8 Feb 2019

Having a complete picture of a borrower’s financial position promises many benefits for lenders, brokers and... READ MORE

Why Commissioner Hayne has added insult to injury for Australian home...

by Alex Whitlock • 5 Feb 2019

The Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry is long... READ MORE

Escalating a brokerage’s growth trajectory in a time of turbulence

by Nick Young and Justin Mastores • 30 Jan 2019

Nick Young (Trail Homes) and Justin Mastores (Rees Group) outline how to maintain business growth, make astute... READ MORE

The business of diversification

by Warrick Greaves • 23 Jan 2019

WA-based broking business Launch Finance recently took out PLAN Australia’s Excellence in Diversification award.... READ MORE

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Rise of the non-banks

by Annie Kane • 18 Jan 2019

Non-bank lending has been making a strong comeback in 2018, with credit supplied by banks slowing as a result of... READ MORE

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