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‘It’s the broker that helps the most people that wins’

by Nick Bendel • 24 Feb 2014

One of the keys to long-term success is sacrificing short-term sales, according to one advertising expert.

Major reports increased share of mortgage market

by Nick Bendel • 24 Feb 2014

NAB has reported “good growth in mortgages” along with an 11.1 per cent rise in profits.

Non-bank launches online pre-approval system

by Nick Bendel • 24 Feb 2014

State Custodians has launched a new website that will allow customers to receive conditional pre-approval... READ MORE

Another major cuts fixed rates

by Nick Bendel • 21 Feb 2014

One of the biggest mortgage lenders has cut up to five basis points from its two- and three-year fixed-rate... READ MORE

Brokerage dominates inaugural Better Business Awards

by Staff Reporter • 21 Feb 2014

Victoria’s third-party mortgage industry turned out in force last night to recognise the state’s top brokers and... READ MORE

New e-signature tool lets brokers track client progress

by Nick Bendel • 21 Feb 2014

Half of Australia’s mortgage brokers will be using a new electronic signature tool by the end of 2014, according to... READ MORE

A leaner Firstfolio announces loss

by Nick Bendel • 21 Feb 2014

Firstfolio has reported a $294,000 loss after suffering a $1.3 million revenue decline.

High auction numbers to test Melbourne, Sydney markets

by Staff Reporter • 21 Feb 2014

Auction numbers continue to hover near record highs, with the almost 2,000 properties to go under the hammer in... READ MORE

We’ve got the leads, now we want the brokers: LJ Hooker

by Nick Bendel • 20 Feb 2014

LJ Hooker Home Loans plans to recruit a network of hungry brokers to drive a 40 per cent growth spurt.

Leads for the taking: 22pc of vendors don’t have finance

by Nick Bendel • 20 Feb 2014

Property research firm RP Data has revealed how brokers can generate 75 strong leads per year from their local... READ MORE

Diversification equals dollars, say lenders

by Nick Bendel • 20 Feb 2014

Brokers who diversify into debtor finance and personal loans can “increase their income stream with a minimal amount... READ MORE

ASIC says penalties are too soft

by Nick Bendel • 20 Feb 2014

ASIC has asked parliament for increased powers and has called for law-breakers to be hit with tougher... READ MORE

COBA calls for more competition

by Staff Reporter • 20 Feb 2014

The Customer Owned Banking Association has called for financial regulation reforms to deliver a more equitable... READ MORE

More rules won’t clean up industry, say brokers

by Nick Bendel • 19 Feb 2014

Brokers are adamant the industry does not need more regulation, despite another broker losing his credit... READ MORE

Better Business Summit registrations top 2,000

by Staff Reporter • 19 Feb 2014

Brokers and industry heads have shown strong support for the Better Business Summit, with the Melbourne leg now sold... READ MORE

Non-major grows loan book by 11.2pc

by Nick Bendel • 19 Feb 2014

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank customers are repaying their home loans too quickly for the bank’s own good.

RBA predicts a 'period of stability in interest rates'

by Staff Reporter • 19 Feb 2014

Minutes from the latest RBA board meeting indicate the cash rate is set remain unchanged for some time after the board... READ MORE

Corporate collapses will always happen: govt

by Staff Reporter • 19 Feb 2014

Assistant Treasurer Arthur Sinodinos has said “no amount of regulation” can prevent collapses in the financial... READ MORE

Melbourne broker’s credit licence cancelled

by Staff Reporter • 18 Feb 2014

A Victorian mortgage broker has had his credit licence cancelled after ASIC raised concerns about his conduct.

Choice adds 60 brokers, growing at 28pc

by Nick Bendel • 18 Feb 2014

Choice has revealed plans to more than double its network of retail brokers by targeting growth corridors.

Non-banks make a broker 'look like a star'

by Nick Bendel • 18 Feb 2014

Non-banks say they are taking the fight to mainstream lenders and forecasting a greater share of the market.

Award-winning young star diversifies into content marketing

by Nick Bendel • 18 Feb 2014

A star entrepreneur who combines mortgage broking with dry cleaning is about to launch a financial guidance newsletter... READ MORE

I’m turning around my business one lead at a time: broker

by Nick Bendel • 18 Feb 2014

A new Melbourne brokerage has blamed a lack of local marketing for its below-par performance.

Auctions yet to disappoint

by Stacey Moseley • 18 Feb 2014

The auction market is yet to disappoint, with another weekend of strong performances across the country.

CBA stars at Australian Lending Awards

by Nick Bendel • 17 Feb 2014

The Commonwealth Bank has praised brokers for their “excellent service” after being named Mortgage Lender of the... READ MORE

Five lenders announce rate changes

by Nick Bendel • 17 Feb 2014

Three major banks have cut their three-year fixed rates, while two non-majors have increased their fixed rates.

Major cuts rates, offers bonuses, adds staff

by Nick Bendel • 17 Feb 2014

One major bank has responded to the “increasingly competitive market” by cutting rates and offering $1,000... READ MORE

Technology to link brokers and planners

by Staff Reporter • 17 Feb 2014

A popular mortgage broking CRM has teamed up with a leading wealth-planning software system to facilitate easier client... READ MORE

US doom merchant forecasts Australian property crash

by James Mitchell • 17 Feb 2014

China’s “bubble economy” will trigger a collapse of Australian property prices, a renowned economic forecaster... READ MORE

Brokers recruit better clients than banks: NAB

by Nick Bendel • 14 Feb 2014

Brokers secure more valuable mortgage clients than lenders – and NAB Broker has the numbers to prove it.

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Breaking News

‘It’s the broker that helps the most people that wins’

Major reports increased share of mortgage market

Non-bank launches online pre-approval system

Another major cuts fixed rates

Brokerage dominates inaugural Better Business Awards

New e-signature tool lets brokers track client progress

A leaner Firstfolio announces loss

High auction numbers to test Melbourne, Sydney markets

We’ve got the leads, now we want the brokers: LJ Hooker

Leads for the taking: 22pc of vendors don’t have finance

Diversification equals dollars, say lenders

ASIC says penalties are too soft

COBA calls for more competition

More rules won’t clean up industry, say brokers

Better Business Summit registrations top 2,000

Non-major grows loan book by 11.2pc

RBA predicts a 'period of stability in interest rates'

Corporate collapses will always happen: govt

Melbourne broker’s credit licence cancelled

Choice adds 60 brokers, growing at 28pc

Non-banks make a broker 'look like a star'

Award-winning young star diversifies into content marketing

I’m turning around my business one lead at a time: broker

Auctions yet to disappoint

CBA stars at Australian Lending Awards

Five lenders announce rate changes

Major cuts rates, offers bonuses, adds staff

Technology to link brokers and planners

US doom merchant forecasts Australian property crash

Brokers recruit better clients than banks: NAB

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