Annie Kane is the managing editor of Momentum's mortgage broking title, The Adviser. As well as leading the editorial strategy, Annie writes news and features about the Australian broking industry, the mortgage market, financial regulation, fintechs and the wider lending landscape. She is also the host of the Elite Broker, New Broker, Mortgage & Finance Leader, Women in Finance and In Focus podcasts and The Adviser Live webcasts. Annie regularly emcees industry events and awards, such as the Better Business Summit, the Women in Finance Summit as well as other industry events. Prior to joining The Adviser in 2016, Annie wrote for The Guardian Australia and had a speciality in sustainability. She has also had her work published in several leading consumer titles, including Elle (Australia) magazine, BBC Music, BBC History and Homes & Antiques magazines.
Non-major lender updates broker website
A regional lender has updated its broker website with new features and simpler navigation in a bid to improve the broker experience.
LENDER • Mon, 14 Jun 2021
TrailBlazer joins SME Recovery Loan Scheme panel
The non-bank lender has become the 19th member of the government’s SME Recovery Loan Scheme.
LENDER • Mon, 14 Jun 2021
Finance industry CEOs to take part in Vinnies CEO Sleepout
Several CEOs and directors in the mortgage and finance industry will be spending a night without shelter to help change the lives of Australians experiencing homelessness
GROWTH • Sun, 13 Jun 2021
Non-majors and non-banks continue to dominate: Broker Pulse
A greater proportion of brokers are sending their clients to non-majors and non-banks, with fewer using the big four, according to the latest Broker Pulse.
BROKER • Thu, 10 Jun 2021
Mortgage Choice shareholders vote in favour of REA takeover
The shareholders of the major brokerage have voted in favour of REA’s proposed acquisition of the company.
AGGREGATOR • Thu, 10 Jun 2021
New repricing and refi tool launches for brokers
A former broker has launched an AI-based tech platform that automates the repricing and refinancing process for brokers, in a bid to help free up time and save clients ...
BROKER • Tue, 08 Jun 2021
Aaron Milburn to leave finance industry
Pepper Money’s general manager for mortgages and commercial lending is to leave the finance industry and take a career break, in order to spend more time with his family
LENDER • Tue, 08 Jun 2021
Non-majors highlight turnaround success
Several non-major banks have revealed how they are working to keep turnaround times fast and reduce channel conflict.
LENDER • Sun, 06 Jun 2021
Housing and rental affordability slides
The proportion of income required to meet loan repayments has increased, sending housing affordability down a slippery slide as an increasing number of first home buyers ...
BORROWER • Sun, 06 Jun 2021