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Aggregator adds new lender to panel

by Reporter • 24 Jul 2013

One of Australia’s aggregators has added a new lender to its panel.

Non-majors lift market share: AFG

by Reporter • 24 Jul 2013

Australia’s non-major lenders are steadily clawing market share from the majors, according to AFG’s latest... READ MORE

Bank cuts fixed rates again - Jul 2013

by Reporter • 24 Jul 2013

One of Australia’s banks has cut its three-year fixed rate to just 4.94 per cent.

Brokers call for base salaries

by Jessica Darnbrough • 23 Jul 2013

A majority of mortgage brokers believe entry-level advisers should be paid a salary.

Lender celebrates 18th birthday

by Reporter • 23 Jul 2013

One of Australia’s non-bank lenders will this month celebrate 18 years in business.

CBA and Westpac win over business customers

by Reporter • 23 Jul 2013

Westpac and the Commonwealth Bank have finished the financial year as the top banks for Australian businesses of all... READ MORE

Brokerage calls for stamp duty concessions

by Reporter • 23 Jul 2013

One of Australia’s brokerage groups has called for amendments to stamp duty charges.

Aggregator quashes sale rumours again

by Reporter • 23 Jul 2013

An aggregation head has offered a $10,000 reward to whoever catches the person spreading rumours that the aggregator is... READ MORE

Consolidation is imminent: bank heads

by Jessica Darnbrough • 22 Jul 2013

The aggregation space can expect to see greater consolidation, various banking heads have claimed.

Bank set to launch broker-centric videos

by Jessica Darnbrough • 22 Jul 2013

One of Australia’s non-major lenders is gearing up to launch new broker-centric videos that will advise on best lead... READ MORE

Aggregator recognises best in business

by Jessica Darnbrough • 22 Jul 2013

AFG’s top performing NSW-based brokers and brokerages have been recognised at the aggregator’s annual state... READ MORE

Commercial market shows signs of improvement

by Reporter • 22 Jul 2013

The commercial property market shows signs of picking up after a Central Coast property sold for an unprecedented... READ MORE

Property market on the rise

by Reporter • 22 Jul 2013

The property market is well and truly past the bottom of the cycle, with solid and increasing buyer activity being seen... READ MORE

Brokers to become ‘human face’ of credit

by reporter • 19 Jul 2013

With banks continuing to push online channels, brokers have a unique opportunity to capitalise on consumer... READ MORE

ASIC concerned about debt consolidation sector

by reporter • 19 Jul 2013

Debt consolidation providers in Australia are at risk of not complying with their responsible lending obligations,... READ MORE

Land sales signal slow housing recovery

by Reporter • 19 Jul 2013

New home building activity has improved modestly in 2013, according to the latest HIA-RP Data Residential Land... READ MORE

Business conditions weaken: NAB

by Reporter • 19 Jul 2013

Business confidence and conditions suffered in the June quarter, according to new research.

Brokerage unveils new sponsorship agreement

by Reporter • 19 Jul 2013

One of Australia’s Top 25 brokerages has partnered with a Canberra cycling team in a bid to give back to the... READ MORE

Brokers' websites a compliance concern

by reporter • 18 Jul 2013

Brokers need to be diligent with their website collateral, Gadens' Jon Denovan has warned.

Bankwest rewards top brokers

by Jessica Darnbrough • 18 Jul 2013

Bankwest has recognised its top-tier commercial brokers from across the country.

ASIC bans Perth broker

by Jessica Darnbrough • 18 Jul 2013

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has permanently banned a Perth-based mortgage broker for... READ MORE

Stalwart calls for banking inquiry

by Jessica Darnbrough • 18 Jul 2013

One industry stalwart has thrown his weight behind the recent calls for an inquiry into competition in the Australian... READ MORE

Housing starts fall in March quarter

by Jessica Darnbrough • 18 Jul 2013

Dwelling commencements fell over the March quarter, reinforcing the idea that more work is needed to ensure a home... READ MORE