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.
Broking industry calls for re-accreditation simplification
Lenders are being urged to enable brokers to carry over their accreditations if they change aggregator or head group.
COMPLIANCE • Thu, 11 Apr 2024
Is mortgage protection ‘junk’ insurance?
Members of the industry have hit back at the mortgage protection insurance class action, suggesting it has a valuable role to play in protecting borrowers.
COMPLIANCE • Wed, 10 Apr 2024
Adam Croucher joins Pepper Money
Industry veteran and CBA’s former GM for third-party banking, Adam Croucher, has joined Pepper Money.
LENDER • Wed, 10 Apr 2024
Lendi Group revamps leadership structure, announces new hires
A new leadership structure has been announced at the major brokerage, with a new CFO appointed alongside several new general managers.
AGGREGATOR • Tue, 09 Apr 2024
ATO chasing more than $39bn in debt from SMEs
Around 65 per cent of all outstanding debt being targeted by the Australian Tax Office is from small businesses, with many falling behind repayments.
BORROWER • Thu, 04 Apr 2024
Wellness Wednesday: Joshua De Buelle, FiNEXT
With the world of broking being as busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure that they can deal with the stress of a constant barrage of phone calls, emails, and ...
GROWTH • Tue, 02 Apr 2024
Digital ID Bill passes through Parliament
Banks will be able to apply to join the expanded digital identity system within two years, following the passage of amendments to the Digital ID Bill.
COMPLIANCE • Mon, 01 Apr 2024
New NAB CEO takes the reins
A new chief executive has started at the major bank, following the departure of Ross McEwan.
LENDER • Mon, 01 Apr 2024
Association heads welcome competition inquiry recommendations
The heads of the FBAA and MFAA have backed the competition inquiry’s proposed changes to the mortgage distribution system.
BORROWER • Wed, 27 Mar 2024