Annie Kane

Annie Kane

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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.  

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Borrowers will welcome cash rate hold, say aggregator leaders

Members of the broking industry have said that the decision to hold the cash rate will be welcome news to borrowers, hopeful buyers, and brokers alike.

AGGREGATOR • Tue, 24 Sep 2024

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September–October cash rate decision called

The central bank has announced its monetary policy decision for September–October, dousing hopes for a rate cut this year.

BORROWER • Tue, 24 Sep 2024

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Cost of living now the main barrier to home ownership

The cost of living has surpassed housing affordability as the main barrier to home ownership, according to new research from Helia.

BORROWER • Tue, 24 Sep 2024

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Majority of brokers have repeat clients

Fifty-seven per cent of brokers see at least half of their clients come back to them for another loan, according to new data.

BROKER • Sun, 22 Sep 2024

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91% of FHBs likely to use a broker: Helia

Nine in 10 first home buyers are likely to use a mortgage broker to obtain a loan for their property, according to new research from Helia.

BROKER • Fri, 20 Sep 2024

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CBA pushes back rate cut forecast

Hope is fading that the RBA will cut rates this year, with another major bank pushing back its forecasts for a rate cut.

BORROWER • Thu, 19 Sep 2024

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Former bank CEO joins Bendigo board

A former CEO of Rabobank New Zealand has joined the non-major bank as a non-executive director.

LENDER • Thu, 19 Sep 2024

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Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from week 16–20 September 2024

The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 20 September.

BORROWER • Thu, 19 Sep 2024

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Lenders slammed for delays in processing loans

Delays to processing, poor communication, and issues with lender systems have been flagged by brokers, with the FBAA calling for immediate improvement.

LENDER • Wed, 18 Sep 2024

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