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Digital marketing still an under-utilised resource
by Emma Ryan • 6 Aug 2015
Mortgage brokers could significantly enhance their business by taking greater advantage of digital marketing, according... READ MORE
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LJ Hooker recognises top brokers
by Emma Ryan • 6 Aug 2015
LJ Hooker Home Loans has honoured its best brokers and brokerages in New South Wales and the ACT at an exclusive... READ MORE

ANZ cleared of mortgage price fixing
by Huntley Mitchell • 5 Aug 2015
The full bench of the Federal Court of Australia has dismissed an appeal by the Australian Competition and Consumer... READ MORE
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Industry figures respond to cash rate decision
by Reporter • 5 Aug 2015
Two prominent industry figures have had their say on the Reserve Bank’s decision to leave the cash rate on hold at... READ MORE
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AFG grows lending options for brokers
by Huntley Mitchell • 5 Aug 2015
Brokers' ability to service small businesses has been given a boost, with Australia’s largest aggregator announcing a... READ MORE
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Brokers urged to tap into non-conforming market
by Emma Ryan • 5 Aug 2015
Specialist lender Pepper believes there is an “overwhelming” number of brokers who are unware of the opportunities... READ MORE
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RBA ends suspense with interest rate announcement
by Reporter • 4 Aug 2015
The Reserve Bank of Australia has delivered the result of its monthly board meeting. READ MORE

Three more banks increase investor rates
by Huntley Mitchell • 4 Aug 2015
Two leading regional banks and the last of the big four have announced increases to their standard variable rates on... READ MORE
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Measure Sydney as a global city, says real estate boss
by Adam Zuchetti & Nick Bendel • 4 Aug 2015
Ray White chief executive Dan White has questioned the voracity of claims that Australian – and particularly Sydney... READ MORE
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Aussie expands lender panel
by Reporter • 4 Aug 2015
Aussie Home Loans has announced it has added industry super fund-owned bank ME to its panel of lenders. READ MORE
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House prices go crazy in suburbs near and far
by Reporter • 4 Aug 2015
There are 13 places throughout Australia where house prices have at least doubled in the past five years. READ MORE
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Western Sydney broker crowned Australia’s best
by Emma Ryan • 3 Aug 2015
Over 700 guests were present at the 2015 Australian Broking Awards where this year’s Finance Broker of the Year... READ MORE
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Pepper's ASX debut a success
by Huntley Mitchell • 3 Aug 2015
Pepper Group debuted successfully on the Australian Securities Exchange as the group focuses on targeting new global... READ MORE
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FBAA rebrands, unveils new initiatives
by Huntley Mitchell • 3 Aug 2015
The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) has revealed a new logo that will feature on a range of new member... READ MORE
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FHBs to spend up to 14 years saving
by Reporter • 3 Aug 2015
First home buyers will need to save consistently for a decade before being able to afford the average property deposit,... READ MORE
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CPA move no threat to brokers: MFAA
by Huntley Mitchell • 31 Jul 2015
MFAA chief executive Siobhan Hayden says brokers should not be afraid of CPA Australia’s recent decision to apply for... READ MORE
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‘We needed to slow investor growth’: Heritage
by Huntley Mitchell • 31 Jul 2015
Heritage Bank has been growing its investor lending faster than APRA guidelines, and says it is acting decisively to... READ MORE
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Rates still to fall further, says analyst
by Emma Ryan • 31 Jul 2015
Average mortgage interest rates have continued to decrease across all categories, but the official rate cycle may not... READ MORE
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National roadshow recognises women in broking
by Reporter • 31 Jul 2015
FAST has championed diversity in broking with its third annual Women in Business event series. READ MORE
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Banks unlikely to follow AMP in cutting off investor lending
by Huntley Mitchell • 30 Jul 2015
As AMP Bank announced it will cease residential lending to investors, don't expect too many other lenders to follow... READ MORE
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Radio campaign drives growth for brokerage
by Emma Ryan • 30 Jul 2015
A new radio-based advertising campaign has seen an increase in business volumes for one Sydney broking firm. READ MORE
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Aggregator recruits new state manager
by Reporter • 30 Jul 2015
Boutique aggregator eChoice has announced the appointment of Melinda Batt as its new state manager for Victoria, South... READ MORE
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Aussie franchises side with NRL team
by Reporter • 30 Jul 2015
Three Aussie franchises are offering supporters of the Wests Tigers NRL team discounted home loans, and have agreed to... READ MORE

Brokers frustrated with old-school tech
by Emma Ryan • 29 Jul 2015
A number of brokers are in disbelief that they are still required to use “outdated” devices in their business,... READ MORE
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NAB announces variable rate changes
by Huntley Mitchell • 29 Jul 2015
NAB has become the third major bank to raise interest rates in response to industry concerns surrounding investor... READ MORE