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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
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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 data. READ MORE
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 loans. READ MORE
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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
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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 (HIA). READ MORE
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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’. READ MORE
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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. READ MORE
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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. READ MORE
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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. READ MORE
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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
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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 economist. READ MORE
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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