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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Auditor-General review flags housing delivery concerns

The Auditor-General has warned there is now “considerable uncertainty” surrounding the delivery of the government’s signature housing programs.

BORROWER • Wed, 22 Jul 2026

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Assistant Treasurer backs brokers as drivers of competition

The Assistant Treasurer has backed the role mortgage brokers play in driving competition, describing the growth of the channel as a “very positive trend”.

BROKER • Wed, 22 Jul 2026

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SMEs adopt defensive posture amid rising costs

The latest data from SME lender Banjo Loans has provided some insight into how Australia’s SMEs are adapting to an increasingly difficult operating environment.

LENDER • Tue, 21 Jul 2026

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ASIC chalks up $830m in civil penalties

The corporate watchdog has closed out a busy financial year of enforcement that included major actions against several banks and lenders.

COMPLIANCE • Mon, 20 Jul 2026

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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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