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Credit scoring invaluable tool
by Staff Reporter • 8 Oct 2013
The new 'VedaScore' can give brokers more control and confidence when discussing credit scoring with their clients,...READ MORE
Scammer banned until 2028
by Steven Cross • 4 Oct 2013
Mark Whittingham has been banned from being a company director for 15 years after the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court... READ MORE
Refinancers driving market shift
by Staff Reporter • 4 Oct 2013
Refinancers are driving an increase in the non-majors’ share of the mortgage market, according to recent... READ MORE
Footy fans to avoid auctions
by Brendan Wong • 4 Oct 2013
Following a significantly subdued auction market in Melbourne last week, it is Sydney’s turn for a quiet weekend due... READ MORE
Perfect climate for out of cycle rate cuts
by Stacey Moseley • 4 Oct 2013
Despite the RBA’s recent decision to leave the cash rate on hold, some lenders may choose to step out of cycle and... READ MORE
Government dismisses Resimac's help request
by Steven Cross • 4 Oct 2013
Despite Resimac's approaching the Takeovers Panel, the government body is refusing to intervene in the tug-of-war over... READ MORE
Credit scores now public
by Michael Masterman • 3 Oct 2013
Following years of frustration and uncertainty, borrowers will now receive credit scores from lenders - including... READ MORE
New technology to boost broker SMSF loan servicing
by Stacey Moseley • 3 Oct 2013
A new "game changing" platform launched this week will help brokers track self-managed super fund (SMSF) based... READ MORE
Increased market activity fires up broker business
by Stacey Moseley • 3 Oct 2013
AFG brokers have written 2,000 more loans this year than at the same time last year, signalling a significant lift in... READ MORE
Detached houses drive surge in new home sales
by Staff Reporter • 3 Oct 2013
Detached houses have led a surge in new home sales in August, according to the Housing Industry Association... READ MORE
Property bubble is 'bulldust': economist
by Brendan Wong • 3 Oct 2013
A leading economist has dismissed the possibility that Australia is heading towards a housing ‘bubble’.
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Regulators powerless to stop scammers
by Steven Cross • 2 Oct 2013
With ASIC refusing to take responsibility, and Victoria's Consumer Affairs department claiming it has done its part, it... READ MORE
Better Business Awards nominations now open
by Stacey Moseley • 2 Oct 2013
Nominations are now open for the inaugural, state-based Better Business Awards which will be held as part of the Better... READ MORE
ANZ leading the charge
by Michael • 2 Oct 2013
New figures from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) show that ANZ is growing its mortgage books... READ MORE
Capital city index records new high
by Michael Masterman & Stacey Moseley • 2 Oct 2013
Sydney and Melbourne house prices are the driving force behind an increase in average capital city dwelling values,... READ MORE
Originator extends risk fee special
by Staff Reporter • 2 Oct 2013
A top 10 originator has extended its risk fee special for alt doc/lo doc loans until 31 October 2013.
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RBA rate announcement - Oct 2013
by Staff Reporter • 1 Oct 2013
The RBA has announced the outcome of its monthly board meeting.
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Non-majors trump big four for satisfaction
by Michael Masterman • 1 Oct 2013
Australian consumers have rated the non-majors superior to the big four banks, mozo.com.au have revealed.
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Pepper commits support to brokers
by Staff Reporter • 1 Oct 2013
Pepper has today announced it will partner The Better Business Summit in 2014 - a unique initiative to empower broker... READ MORE
Rates to remain unchanged
by Staff Reporter • 1 Oct 2013
The RBA is expected to leave interest rates unchanged at today's board meeting, according to a leading... READ MORE
Football fails to subdue buyers
by Brendan Wong • 1 Oct 2013
The AFL Grand Final over the weekend did not deter buyers in Melbourne, despite a significantly lower number of... READ MORE
Major bank backs Vision’s back office
by Staff Reporter • 1 Oct 2013
Westpac has rewarded Vision Aggregation’s ‘Super Back Office’ with a platinum award, ensuring all loans processed... READ MORE
Comparison sites an opportunity, not threat
by Steven Cross • 30 Sep 2013
Despite the presence of online comparison websites, a major brokerage has claimed the online channel won't impact... READ MORE
Rates to remain unchanged: HSBC economist
by Michael Masterman • 30 Sep 2013
The Reserve Bank (RBA) is expected to leave interest rates unchanged at this week’s board meeting READ MORE
Broker charged with five offences
by Staff Reporter • 30 Sep 2013
A South Australian mortgage broker has been charged with five counts of providing false or misleading information to... READ MORE
Claes receives top honour
by Staff Reporter • 30 Sep 2013
A top female executive from one of the non-major banks has been honoured by being named a finalist in the prestigious... READ MORE
Further dismissal of 'bubble' talk: McGrath
by Steven Cross • 30 Sep 2013
The head of a leading real estate group has delivered a smackdown to ‘experts’ who are claiming that Sydney’s... READ MORE
Media commentators safe from NCCP laws
by Steven Cross • 27 Sep 2013
While brokers are restricted in what they can and can’t say, due to National Consumer Credit Protection Act (NCCP)... READ MORE
Risky investment strategies on the rise
by Staff Reporter • 27 Sep 2013
While low interest rates are tempting to borrowers, Consumer Affairs Victoria has warned homebuyers they... READ MORE
Election result drives confidence: economy wrap
by Michael Masterman • 27 Sep 2013
The official cash rate remained unchanged in September at 2.5 per cent after the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) judged... READ MORE
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