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.
Just 11% of Gen Z/Millennials used a broker in the last year
Around one in 10 Gen Z and Millennials have used a broker in the past 12 months, new data has found.
BORROWER • Tue, 16 Apr 2024
Wellness Wednesday: Balpreet Bal, Loan Market Bal and Associates
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, 16 Apr 2024
Associations hit back at payroll tax decision
The outcome of the Loan Market payroll tax case sets a “dangerous precedent” and is based on “flawed” legislation, the broking associations have said.
BROKER • Mon, 15 Apr 2024
‘Payroll tax is payable’, judge finds in Loan Market case
The Supreme Court of NSW has found that payroll tax should be paid on commissions and payments to brokers in certain instances.
AGGREGATOR • Mon, 15 Apr 2024
New app launched to help Australians buy property together
A new co-ownership app has launched that aims to help home buyers purchase and manage property together.
TECH • Sun, 14 Apr 2024
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