Ben Squires

Ben Squires

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Ben Squires is a commercial content writer at mortgage broking title, The Adviser.He primarily works with clients to deliver promoted and sponsored content – both in print and online – and also writes news and features on the Australian broking industry.As an experienced writer and journalist, Ben can write across different mediums but specialises in commercial content that meets client objectives.Before joining The Adviser in 2024, Ben was a commercial content editor at News Corp, writing for several titles including The Australian, Escape, GQ and news.com.au.He’s interested in writing about anything related to finance and technology.

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RBA dismisses concerns over 5% Deposit Scheme

The central bank’s governor has commented on the government scheme and the prospect of borrowers dipping into negative equity in a recent Senate appearance.

BORROWER • Mon, 08 Jun 2026

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APRA warns of risks to financial system stability

The prudential regulator has said Australia’s financial system remains strong but flagged several key issues that require vigilance and strong risk management.

COMPLIANCE • Mon, 08 Jun 2026

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MFAA calls for careful targeting in any referrer reforms

The body’s submission to Treasury’s lead generation consultation has highlighted the potential for reforms to unintentionally impact legitimate referrals.

COMPLIANCE • Sun, 07 Jun 2026

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Brokers urged to engage their SME clients

With less than a month until the end of the financial year, brokers are being encouraged to engage their SME clients and assess whether they need support.

BROKER • Sun, 07 Jun 2026

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Funding hurdles slowing farm innovation

New research from the Commonwealth Bank of Australia has highlighted the commercial pressures shaping farmers’ immediate business decisions.

BORROWER • Wed, 03 Jun 2026

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AFG and Stryd bring retention solution to brokers

The aggregator’s network of mortgage brokers are now able to access Stryd Broker through AFG’s single-stop tech platform.

TECH • Sun, 22 Mar 2026

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Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 16–20 March

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

BORROWER • Thu, 19 Mar 2026

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APRA flags structural divide in mutual sector

A member of the prudential regulator’s board has highlighted a “widening structural divide” between the largest mutuals and smaller customer-owned banks.

LENDER • Wed, 18 Mar 2026

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Industry responds to introducer program compliance concerns

The broking industry has responded to a media report highlighting potential compliance issues relating to a major Australian lender’s home loan introducer program.

GROWTH • Sun, 22 Feb 2026

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