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NZ govt implements LVR restrictions
by Jessica Darnbrough • 21 Aug 2013
The New Zealand government has passed a new law that restricts the amount of high LVR loans a bank can offer. READ MORE
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Brokers recharge in Fiji
by Michael Masterman • 21 Aug 2013
Loan Market is hosting its first ever international conference, with almost 250 attendees heading to Fiji for the... READ MORE
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FBAA supports new paid parental leave scheme
by Michael Masterman • 21 Aug 2013
The Coalition’s recently announced paid parental leave scheme could benefit more than just mothers and families,... READ MORE
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Lender forced to maintain discount for life of loan
by Michael Masterman • 20 Aug 2013
Credit Union Australia Ltd (CUA) has agreed to maintain interest rate discounts for eligible home loan customers after... READ MORE
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MFAA membership on the rise
by Michael Masterman • 20 Aug 2013
The Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) welcomed 1,158 new members during the 2012/2013 financial... READ MORE
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Aggregator launches two new offerings
by Reporter • 20 Aug 2013
Vision Finance is offering two new products aimed at brokers who do not yet need an assistant but are aiming to grow. READ MORE
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Mortgage adviser appoints new state manager
by Reporter • 20 Aug 2013
Smartline Personal Mortgage Advisers have appointed Daniel McNamara to the role of state manager for Victoria and... READ MORE
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Home ownership revealed as top priority
by Reporter • 19 Aug 2013
57 per cent of Australians now rate owning a home or paying off their home sooner as their top priority, according to... READ MORE
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Aggregator sets new volume record - August 2013
by Jessica Darnbrough • 19 Aug 2013
Growing consumer sentiment and low interest rates have helped one aggregation group settle record volumes. READ MORE
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Lender sees SMSF spike
by Michael Masterman • 19 Aug 2013
One of Australia’s non-banks has recorded its best ever month for new self-managed super fund (SMSF) applications. READ MORE
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Originator cuts variable rates
by Michael Masterman • 19 Aug 2013
Following the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to cut the cash rate at its August board meeting, Australian First... READ MORE
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Consumer sentiment on the up: Index
by Jessica Darnbrough • 19 Aug 2013
The Reserve Bank’s cutting cycle is finally starting to have a positive impact on consumer sentiment. READ MORE
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Pepper bid for RHG
by Michael Masterman • 19 Aug 2013
Pepper has announced that it has submitted a binding offer to acquire 100 per cent of the issued share capital of RHG. READ MORE
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Productivity key to success: Symond
by Jessica Darnbrough • 16 Aug 2013
A focus on productivity helped Aussie to secure its first place position in the recent Top 25 Brokerages. READ MORE
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Entries open for Elite Business Writers
by Reporter • 16 Aug 2013
The industry’s top performing brokers will once again vie for a spot on the Elite Business Writers ranking, with... READ MORE
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Capital growth prospects in regional towns
by Rebecca De Britt • 16 Aug 2013
Investors looking for growth should consider regional property assets, according to Raine&Horne. READ MORE
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Dwelling construction set to jump
by Michael Masterman • 16 Aug 2013
An increase in new dwelling construction is expected, as the latest interest rate cut fuels a greater recovery in the... READ MORE
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Gen Y keen to invest
by Michael Masterman • 16 Aug 2013
Gen Y are becoming more aware of the benefits of buying property, according to Mortgage Choice’s 2013 First Time... READ MORE
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Top brokers struggle with staffing
by Michael Masterman • 15 Aug 2013
Recruiting and retaining staff continues to be a huge bugbear for some of Australia’s leading brokers. READ MORE
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Specialist loans ripe with opportunity
by Jessica Darnbrough • 15 Aug 2013
Brokers who don’t write specialist loans are doing themselves and their clients a disservice, RESIMAC’s Allan... READ MORE
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CBA reveals stellar profit
by Jessica Darnbrough • 15 Aug 2013
A continuing focus on customer service has helped the Commonwealth Bank of Australia to record significant profit. READ MORE
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Aggregator sets new settlement record
by Reporter • 15 Aug 2013
One of Australia’s biggest aggregators has set a new settlement record. READ MORE
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NSW hotspots identified
by Jennifer Duke • 15 Aug 2013
Ten areas, including Albury-Wodonga are ripe for growth in New South Wales, according to a new report. READ MORE
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The time is right for brokers: McGrath
by Jessica Darnbrough • 14 Aug 2013
Brokers are in the best position they have been for some time, McGrath Estate Agents’ John McGrath has claimed. READ MORE
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Arrears fall across the board
by Reporter • 14 Aug 2013
Prime and subprime arrears have fallen yet again, according to new research. READ MORE