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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
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Building recovery expected to slow: HIA
by Reporter • 14 Aug 2013
Australia’s new home building recovery looks like it could run out of steam. READ MORE
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Lender launches new FHB product
by Michael Masterman • 14 Aug 2013
Bluebay Home loans has released a Home Loan product specifically aimed at addressing housing affordability and the... READ MORE
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Major enhances iPad app
by Jessica Darnbrough • 14 Aug 2013
One of Australia’s major lenders has significantly enhanced its iPad app, allowing its top brokers to download free... READ MORE
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Mortgage brokers enhancing competition
by Michael Masterman • 13 Aug 2013
Mortgage brokers are driving competition in the mortgage market, according to new home loan industry market share... READ MORE
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Aussie to grow far bigger: Symond
by Jessica Darnbrough • 13 Aug 2013
Aussie’s executive chairman John Symond believes the company is now in the best position it has been for a very long... READ MORE
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MFAA opposes first home owners changes
by Michael Masterman • 13 Aug 2013
The Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) has criticised the Western Australian government’s plan to... READ MORE
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Brokerage recognises leading brokers
by Jessica Darnbrough • 13 Aug 2013
Aussie has recognised its leading brokers at the recent 2013 National Sales Conference, inducting nine brokers into the... READ MORE
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Brokers call for new products
by Jessica Darnbrough • 12 Aug 2013
A majority of mortgage brokers are crying out for greater product innovation. READ MORE
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Falling dollar complements rate cut
by Michael Masterman • 12 Aug 2013
The RBA has released its monthly statement on monetary policy, following Tuesday’s 0.25 per cent rate cut. READ MORE
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Boutique players here to stay
by Jessica Darnbrough • 12 Aug 2013
Boutique aggregators will always play an important role in the third party distribution channel, Ballast’s Frank... READ MORE
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Property market on the up
by Jennifer Duke • 12 Aug 2013
Housing confidence and finance commitments are growing steadily in the Northern Territory, with the government recently... READ MORE
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Pepper prices RMBS
by Reporter • 12 Aug 2013
Pepper has priced its second public securitisation issue using prime loans originated by GE Capital. READ MORE
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Major bank to undercut competitors
by Jessica Darnbrough • 9 Aug 2013
Yesterday, one of Australia’s majors vowed to beat the advertised rate for its competitors' fixed rate home loans. READ MORE
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MFAA proud of expulsion numbers
by Michael Masterman • 9 Aug 2013
The number of MFAA broker expulsions has halved over the past 12 months, the association said. READ MORE
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Westpac rate cut was needed: 1300HomeLoan
by Reporter • 9 Aug 2013
Westpac was forced to lower its variable interest rate by more than the latest cash rate reduction after being exposed... READ MORE
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Households with a mortgage rise
by Michael Masterman • 9 Aug 2013
New data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics for the 2011/2012 financial year reveals a steady decline in... READ MORE