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.
CBA pilots LMI waiver expansion
The major bank is currently piloting an expanded lenders mortgage insurance waiver policy, opening it up to paramedics, police officers, and firefighters.
BORROWER • Wed, 12 Mar 2025
‘Liar loans’ back in spotlight; how can brokers protect themselves?
New reports have raised concerns about Australians lying about their earnings on financial applications, reigniting the need for brokers to scrutinise information given ...
COMPLIANCE • Wed, 12 Mar 2025
Brokers see surge in pre-approvals as home-buying confidence rises
Borrowers have been flocking to brokers to access pre-approvals and take advantage of lower rates as home-buying sentiment rises.
BORROWER • Wed, 12 Mar 2025
Brokers seek out rate-tracking tech following RBA cut
More brokers are using loan pricing tools and automated rate tracking to ensure their clients are on competitive rates, according to rate platforms.
TECH • Wed, 12 Mar 2025
Major bank’s head of retail steps down
Jason Yetton, the chief executive for consumer banking, is set to leave the big four bank as soon as a successor is appointed.
LENDER • Tue, 11 Mar 2025
Wellness Wednesday: Cullen Haynes, Legal Home Loans
With the world of broking being as busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure they can deal with the stress of a constant barrage of phone calls, emails, and meetings
GROWTH • Tue, 11 Mar 2025
Chris Slater joins broker investment business
The broker private equity business has appointed former AFG GM and Fintelligence CEO Chris Slater as its inaugural head of strategic growth.
GROWTH • Tue, 11 Mar 2025
Suncorp Bank welcomes new head of home lending product
A seasoned home lending product leader with broker experience has joined Suncorp Bank to spearhead its home lending product strategy.
LENDER • Sun, 09 Mar 2025
Wellness Wednesday: Gus Gilkeson, Grow Capital
With the world of broking being as busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure they can deal with the stress of a constant barrage of phone calls, emails, and ...
GROWTH • Tue, 04 Mar 2025