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Brokers face prolonged vehicle supply issues, say lenders

Finance brokers have been told to watch out for heightened vehicle demand and inflated prices in the 12 months ahead.

LENDER • Sun, 12 Sep 2021

Brokers called to ask R U OK?

Brokers have been encouraged to focus on mental health for this year’s R U OK? Day, as concerns have risen through the ongoing lockdowns.

AGGREGATOR • Wed, 08 Sep 2021

Ex-Macquarie Capital MD to join Wisr board

The personal lender has revealed it is considering the addition of another board director or two, as it has secured a new arrival.

LENDER • Wed, 08 Sep 2021

RBA declares September cash rate

The Reserve Bank has revealed its cash decision for September, amid ongoing lockdowns across the country.

GROWTH • Tue, 07 Sep 2021

AUSTRAC flags broker fraud among banking risks

The regulator has warned the banks they have high exposure to criminal activity, while reporting cases of broker-facilitated loan fraud.

BROKER • Mon, 06 Sep 2021

Mutuals escaping ‘vicious cycle’ in merger mania: S&P

The rise in consolidation among mutual lenders has reflected changing attitudes from management amid escalated margin pressures, according to analysts.

COMPLIANCE • Wed, 01 Sep 2021

Liberty Financial raises broker investment as book swells

The ASX-listed group has ramped up investments in broker support staff and technology, as it has seen its loans grow by 5 per cent.

AGGREGATOR • Mon, 30 Aug 2021

Broker flows boost Heartland to $1bn

Heartland’s reverse mortgages loan book has passed $1 billion, with more than half of its business flowing through from intermediaries.

BROKER • Mon, 30 Aug 2021

Broker, big 4 dynamics shift benefits smaller banks: Auswide

The non-major bank has eyed a turn in the relationship between brokers and the major banks, stating smaller players have a chance to step in.

BROKER • Sun, 29 Aug 2021