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.
Service at the centre: mortgage managers in focus
Mortgage managers are gaining in popularity at the moment, with borrowers and brokers alike standing to benefit from their expertise and flexibility in the evolving ...
LENDER • Wed, 06 Mar 2024
Bankwest announces major transformation, focus on brokers
Brokers will become the lender’s main distribution channel as it transitions to become a fully digital bank this year.
LENDER • Wed, 06 Mar 2024
Risk Return: Helping those who feel trapped find the hidden treasures
Despite banks tightening up credit appetites and servicing requirements, borrowers are still wanting to access the finance they need to make their dreams come true
BORROWER • Wed, 06 Mar 2024
Wellness Wednesday: Jonathan Haines, Verity Finance Group
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, 05 Mar 2024
New shadow assistant minister for home ownership announced
The leader of the opposition has announced changes to his shadow ministry, welcoming a new shadow assistant minister for home ownership.
BORROWER • Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Broking industry outraged by Unloan introducer program
Members of the broking industry have voiced shock and outrage that the major bank brand has launched paid introducer referrals for non-brokers.
BROKER • Wed, 28 Feb 2024
New Broker Q&A: Alex Gee, Kingfisher Finance Group
Alex Gee, director and mortgage broker at Kingfisher Finance Group, entered the broking industry during the pandemic, but has already settled more than $100 million
BROKER • Wed, 28 Feb 2024
Prospa to be acquired
The SME lender has entered into an agreement to be acquired by a consortium led by investment managers Salter Brothers Tech Fund.
LENDER • Mon, 26 Feb 2024
Christian Stevens and Chris Bates launch new brokerage
The two elite brokers have launched a new brokerage Flint, starting with a team of 19 brokers and 30 support staff.
BROKER • Wed, 21 Feb 2024