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Michael Russell says APRA action 'makes no sense'
by Nick Bendel • 23 Dec 2014
Mortgage Choice has warned that new rules on investor lending would pose serious risks to first home buyer numbers and... READ MORE
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Another lender makes December rate cut
by Nick Bendel • 23 Dec 2014
Macquarie Bank has reduced its full suite of fixed rates by up to 30 basis points. READ MORE
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Building society plans to become a bank
by Staff Reporter • 23 Dec 2014
Wide Bay Australia will seek shareholder approval to change its name to Auswide Bank at a general meeting on 20... READ MORE
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Real estate group announces mortgage broking play
by Nick Bendel • 22 Dec 2014
Hockingstuart has revealed plans to move into broking after opening three other diversified businesses in the past 12... READ MORE
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Banks call for immediate APRA action
by Staff Reporter • 22 Dec 2014
Australia's prudential regulator has been reminded that it doesn't need government approval to implement new banking... READ MORE
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First home buyer survey reveals surprising results
by Nick Bendel • 22 Dec 2014
Saving for a house deposit has become easier in almost every capital city during the past five years – with two... READ MORE
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'No underlying systemic issue' with valuations: ValEx
by Nick Bendel • 19 Dec 2014
ValEx has defended itself against industry attacks and revealed that less than one per cent of valuations get altered. READ MORE
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Aggregator reaches extraordinary milestone
by Staff Reporter • 19 Dec 2014
AFG has grown its loan book to $100 billion after recently celebrating 20 years in business. READ MORE
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Big four bank praises strength of Australian financial system
by Nick Bendel • 19 Dec 2014
ANZ has revealed it will make a new submission to the Financial System Inquiry and hinted it may oppose one of the... READ MORE
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Australia's most popular suburbs revealed
by Staff Reporter • 19 Dec 2014
Adelaide has taken the lead as the nation's best market for property sellers, according to the latest report from a... READ MORE
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WA leads the way as national population grows 1.6pc
by Nick Bendel • 19 Dec 2014
Australia's population growth has slowed but is still above the long-term average. READ MORE
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Clarification

by Staff Reporter • 19 Dec 2014
The Adviser published a story on 18 December titled ‘ASIC survey finds many people still not sold on brokers’. READ MORE
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Teachers Mutual Bank unveils 98pc LVR construction loan
by Nick Bendel • 18 Dec 2014
One bank has unveiled an innovative home loan option, while another bank has made what may be the last fixed-rate cut... READ MORE
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Aggregators voice concern about training
by Nick Bendel • 18 Dec 2014
Aussie Home Loans has responded after industry leaders identified training and retention as a critical issue. READ MORE
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ASIC survey finds many people still not sold on brokers
by Nick Bendel • 18 Dec 2014
Most middle-aged Australians use a broker, but younger and older borrowers don't bother to seek independent advice. READ MORE
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Investors cautioned about high-end property
by Staff Reporter • 18 Dec 2014
With rental yields contracting in many of Australia's capital cities, one property research firm has warned investors... READ MORE
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New third-party lender scores 'first major deal'
by Staff Reporter • 18 Dec 2014
Chifley Securities has announced the completion of a $25 million refinancing arrangement put together by a receiver. READ MORE
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Queensland-based broker loses AFSL
by Staff Reporter • 17 Dec 2014
ASIC has cancelled the AFS licence of a Queensland-based financial planning group that offered mortgage broking... READ MORE
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Brokers turn smartphones into lead generation tools
by Huntley Mitchell • 17 Dec 2014
Two of Australia's best young brokers have revealed how a popular social media app has increased their referrals and... READ MORE
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RBA gives first hint of 2015 rate cut
by Nick Bendel • 17 Dec 2014
The Reserve Bank of Australia has discussed the possibility of a rate reduction in 2015 but still believes "a period of... READ MORE
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Lending stats paint mixed picture of owner-occupied market
by Nick Bendel • 17 Dec 2014
Mortgage finance growth has slowed sharply during the past 12 months, according to new data. READ MORE
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Property buyers could save thousands before Christmas
by Staff Reporter • 17 Dec 2014
Smart investors have a small window of opportunity to nab festive-season property bargains, according to one leading... READ MORE
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Association continues to grow membership base
by Huntley Mitchell • 17 Dec 2014
The FBAA has reported a 32 per cent growth in memberships for 2013/2014 after growing 33 per cent in the previous... READ MORE
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Tipping competition winner announced
by Staff Reporter • 16 Dec 2014
One broker has seen off competition from more than 300 rivals to claim the title of the industry's best football... READ MORE
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Valuers defend themselves against broker attacks
by Nick Bendel • 16 Dec 2014
Valuers believe they are often the target of unfair criticism, even though they concede their profession is "definitely... READ MORE