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Record improvements for home owners
by Staff Reporter • 29 Jan 2015

Rising property prices have delivered a windfall to Australians who have paid off their mortgage.

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Australians have ‘alarming lack of knowledge’ about credit card...
by Staff Reporter • 29 Jan 2015
Many consumers are unsure how much credit card interest they are paying and which institutions offer the best rates, a... READ MORE
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Aggregator smashes settlement record by 10pc
by Nick Bendel • 28 Jan 2015
Connective has enjoyed the best sales month in the aggregator's history after expanding its network and helping brokers... READ MORE
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Mark Bouris receives national honours
by Nick Bendel • 28 Jan 2015

One of the industry's most prominent figures has been awarded the Order of Australia.

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Law firm points to flaw in mooted SMSF ban
by Katarina Taurian • 28 Jan 2015
A Minter Ellison partner has warned that a blanket ban on SMSF borrowing will re-introduce doubt over investments such... READ MORE
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Rising unit sales outweigh falling house sales
by Staff Reporter • 28 Jan 2015

A growing appetite for apartments has driven a continuing increase in the sale of new homes.

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Suburbs throughout Sydney enjoy massive growth
by Staff Reporter • 28 Jan 2015
New South Wales land values have increased by a staggering 11 per cent to $1.12 trillion, with Sydney's Mosman being... READ MORE
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Be prepared: new stats reveal downturn coming
by Nick Bendel • 27 Jan 2015
Elite brokers have revealed what steps to take now as new research has revealed the market may well cool significantly... READ MORE
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Australia's two biggest cities soaking up foreign dollars
by Staff Reporter • 27 Jan 2015
New research has found a staggering increase in the volume of real estate purchases by overseas-based Chinese... READ MORE
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Govt issues warning about bank-related fraud
by Staff Reporter • 27 Jan 2015

Australians are falling victim to foreign criminals who are using trickery to steal people's identities.

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New research finds curious link between mortgages and cars
by Staff Reporter • 27 Jan 2015

Rising house prices and low interest rates are driving a shift in vehicle buying behaviour, according to data.

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Big savings available for high-LVR borrowers
by Staff Reporter • 27 Jan 2015

Liberty Financial has offered new variable-rate borrowers a temporary fee reduction of $995.

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‘We don’t like the economics' of broker-introduced business
by Nick Bendel • 23 Jan 2015
Although one credit union has announced plans to seek a back-door entry into the third-party channel, not all lenders... READ MORE
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Advantedge extends rate discount by two months
by Staff Reporter • 23 Jan 2015

Brokers have another nine weeks to take advantage of a 4.63 per cent variable rate loan.

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Sydney and Melbourne among world’s most unaffordable markets: report
by James Mitchell • 23 Jan 2015

Australia’s five major metropolitan areas have been “severely unaffordable” for 11 consecutive years.

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Real estate lobby jumps into election debate
by Staff Reporter • 23 Jan 2015
Labor and the Liberals have been urged to put property reform “at the top of the political agenda” if they win the... READ MORE
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Buying property easier said than done
by Staff Reporter • 23 Jan 2015
Australians have set themselves important financial goals in 2015 but may fall short due to poor budgeting, according... READ MORE
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Brokers set to get new $4.7bn lender
by Nick Bendel • 22 Jan 2015
Unicredit looks set to make a back-door entry into the third-party channel after approaching Teachers Mutual Bank for a... READ MORE
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Brokers divided on future of SMSF loans
by James Mitchell • 22 Jan 2015

As one bank warns brokers to prepare for changes to SMSF lending, battlelines have divided the industry.

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Industry body replaces ‘ineffective and clumsy’ website
by Huntley Mitchell • 22 Jan 2015
The MFAA has unveiled a new website and begun a soft launch of new member database and events management... READ MORE
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Speculation grows ahead of February 3 rates decision
by Staff Reporter • 22 Jan 2015
Another economist has had his say on whether the Reserve Bank of Australia will reduce interest rates at its upcoming... READ MORE
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House building activity declines for first time in 16 months
by Nick Bendel • 22 Jan 2015
Economists expect a healthy supply of new homes this year despite a fall in construction activity at the end of... READ MORE
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Firstfolio turnaround strategy continues
by Nick Bendel • 21 Jan 2015
Firstfolio has followed its recent lead generation deal and technology rollout with a restructure of its leadership... READ MORE
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Industry bodies set big goals for 2015
by Nick Bendel • 21 Jan 2015
Brokers have been told to expect a new strategic plan from the MFAA and the recruitment of at least 500 student members... READ MORE
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AFG brokers make big move to smaller banks
by Nick Bendel • 21 Jan 2015
New data has revealed that non-major banks experienced a big jump in market share in 2014, with three in particular... READ MORE
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New Veda data hints at possible downturn
by Staff Reporter • 21 Jan 2015
Credit demand has shown negligible growth over the past year, while mortgage application growth has now slowed for four... READ MORE
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Building society announces name change
by Staff Reporter • 21 Jan 2015

Wide Bay Australia shareholders have approved a change of name to Auswide Bank at a general meeting.

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Brokers urged to stop talking about rates
by Nick Bendel • 20 Jan 2015
The mortgage broking industry has made the mistake of selling itself on cheaper rates rather than stress management,... READ MORE
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Growing lender makes another key appointment
by Staff Reporter • 20 Jan 2015

MyState has turned to a former St George Bank broking executive to lead its mortgage broking business.

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Sydney firm continues making big-dollar donations
by Nick Bendel • 20 Jan 2015

Prominent brokerage 1st Street Home Loans has chosen 12 different charities to share in its profits this year.

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