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.
Lenders should review trust lending exposure: PICA
Macquarie Bank’s decision to pause lending to companies and trusts should prompt others to ‘take stock and review’ their exposure, according to a property investor ...
LENDER • Mon, 03 Nov 2025
New Broker Q&A: Ankur Ahluwalia, Smartfinn Advisors
Sydney-based broker Ankur Ahluwalia of Smartfinn Advisors is rapidly rising through the ranks. In this episode of the New Broker podcast, he reveals how he built strong ...
BROKER • Sun, 02 Nov 2025
Westpac sells RAMS portfolio to Pepper consortium
The major bank has confirmed that it is selling its RAMS mortgage portfolio to a consortium, including Pepper Money and global investment firm KKR.
LENDER • Sun, 02 Nov 2025
Consumer Data Right ‘a natural fit for brokers’: Assistant Treasurer
Daniel Mulino MP, Minister for Financial Services and Assistant Treasurer, has outlined that he believes brokers are well-placed to drive open banking adoption and ...
BROKER • Fri, 31 Oct 2025
FBAA announces new chairman
The Finance Brokers Association of Australia has announced a new chairman of the board.
BROKER • Fri, 31 Oct 2025
Loan Market CEO resigns
The CEO of major brokerage Loan Market has stepped down from his role, effective immediately.
AGGREGATOR • Thu, 30 Oct 2025
Pepper in talks to acquire RAMS portfolio
Non-bank lender Pepper Money has confirmed it is part of a consortium that is in talks to buy the RAMS portfolio from Westpac.
LENDER • Wed, 29 Oct 2025
Wellness Wednesday: Son Pham, Rethink Financing
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, 28 Oct 2025
Elite Broker Q&A: Will Hamer, Hamer Asset Finance
Will Hamer successfully operates a high-volume, dual-branded asset finance brokerage by leveraging referral-based growth, family hiring, a flat-fee commission model, and ...
BROKER • Sun, 12 Oct 2025