The non-bank’s latest quarterly figures mark a year-on-year growth of 85 per cent, with the bulk of this surge being linked to brokers.

The Victorian government has extended its Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme (CTRS) until 15 March 2022, following suit with the NSW government’s announcement last week. 

The Australian Law Reform Commission has sought opinions from brokers on how to simplify a tangled web of laws governing the financial services sector.

Concerns around navigating government grants, cash flow, and “skyrocketing” staffing issues are front and centre for small-business owners, according to a survey.

The state has started distributing cash grants to businesses affected by density restrictions, including up to $22,000 boosts for eligible hospitality and tourism outfits.

The South Australian government has launched its Housing Construction Stimulus Package, with an aim to keep boosting residential building post-HomeBuilder.

More brokers could diversify their offerings in the near future but they remain apprehensive about revenue potential, the fintech said.

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An SME lender has outlined how brokers could assist businesses emerging from lockdowns to access finance or replenish their stock during the summer period.

The new warehouse facility is expected to help the non-bank lender in growing its car loans platform, Autopay.

The ASX-listed lender has gained a 20 per cent increase to a warehouse debt facility, along with a reduction in the cost of funds.

Perth’s property prices are expected to rise and creep closer to the capital city average in 2022, after being historically undervalued in comparison.

The ASX-listed bank has published its loan book figures for December, revealing a $230 million boost over the month.

The big four banks have declared a number of measures for customers affected by floods in Queensland, including relief on home and business loans.