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Breaking News

Brokers reveal which non-bank products are the best

by Annie Kane • 13 Jun 2024

Non-bank lenders have been stepping up when it comes to providing innovative and flexible solutions for borrowers. But...READ MORE

AMP Bank to ‘transform’ settlement process

by Charlotte Humphrys • 13 Jun 2024

Continuing the bank’s digital transformation, AMP Bank has partnered with MSA National to “transform” its... READ MORE

MFAA submits recommendations for credit reporting framework

by Adrian Suljanovic • 13 Jun 2024

The industry body has responded to the issues paper into the independent review of Australia’s credit reporting... READ MORE

SME Bootcamp returns in 2024

by Malavika Santhebennur • 13 Jun 2024

Registrations have opened for the SME Bootcamp, a free summit that could transform the way brokers and accountants... READ MORE

Sam Boer joins Empower Wealth

by Annie Kane • 12 Jun 2024

The former Smartline CEO has joined the financial services group to lead its new mergers and acquisitions... READ MORE

House listings increase ‘bad news’ for market sentiment: Broker

by Adrian Suljanovic • 12 Jun 2024

With recent data showing a surge in house listings year on year in May, brokers have shared what they think this means... READ MORE

Qld budget unveils support for SMEs

by Charlotte Humphrys • 12 Jun 2024

The Queensland state budget has allocated funding to support SMEs and encourage FHBs into the market.

CSLR makes first payments, one linked to broking

by Annie Kane • 11 Jun 2024

One of the first payments made under the CSLR is for more than $50,000 for a couple who received ‘inappropriate’... READ MORE

SA stamp duty abolition could drive up house prices: Brokers

by Charlotte Humphrys • 11 Jun 2024

South Australian brokers have expressed concern over the abolition of stamp duty for FHBs, fearing that the policy... READ MORE

Bendigo Bank Broker joins Mortgage Choice panel

by Charlotte Humphrys • 11 Jun 2024

The aggregator has partnered with the bank, allowing Mortgage Choice brokers to offer Bendigo Bank products.

Setting up the next generation of business leaders

by Reporter • 11 Jun 2024

As older workers phase out into retirement, the younger generations are beginning to take the reins in leadership... READ MORE

Finance industry members recognised in King’s Birthday Honours List

by Annie Kane • 10 Jun 2024

Members of the finance industry have been called out for recognition in the King’s Birthday Honours List... READ MORE

New sub-aggregator launches

by Annie Kane • 10 Jun 2024

A new sub-aggregation group Hai Money has launched to boost the performance of brokers who may lack support.

How to boost your business value beyond trail

by Malavika Santhebennur • 10 Jun 2024

The founder of financial services group Empower Wealth has revealed how brokers can create business worth and... READ MORE

Insolvencies in the retail sector to increase: CreditorWatch

by Charlotte Humphrys • 7 Jun 2024

With insolvencies in the food retail sector expected to increase further, we ask brokers how they're supporting retail... READ MORE

SME lender appoints CEO

by Staff Reporter • 7 Jun 2024

Paul James has been appointed as Fifo Capital’s new CEO.

Commercial brokerage settles $2bn in a year

by Reporter • 7 Jun 2024

Simplicity Loans & Advisory settled more than $2 billion in the financial year 2024, with its managing director... READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from week 3–7 June

by Adrian Suljanovic • 7 Jun 2024

The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 7... READ MORE

Should brokers join the fight against CSLR?

by Annie Kane • 6 Jun 2024

OPINION With the financial advice industry recoiling at the growing costs of the new Compensation Scheme of Last Resort... READ MORE

What do Victorian stamp duty reforms mean for commercial brokers?

by Adrian Suljanovic • 6 Jun 2024

A national manager for the FBAA has outlined why commercial brokers should be informed about Victoria’s stamp duty... READ MORE

Federal government introduces BTR tax incentives

by Charlotte Humphrys • 6 Jun 2024

To encourage investment in the build-to-rent sector, the Albanese government has introduced legislation that provides... READ MORE

1 in 8 mortgage holders have missed repayments: Survey

by Adrian Suljanovic • 6 Jun 2024

New research has found a “worrying” number of home owners struggling to meet their mortgage repayments.

Beyond Bank and P&N explore merger opportunity

by Annie Kane • 5 Jun 2024

The two customer-owned lenders have announced they are looking at the possibility of merging.

City-to-regional movers causing flow-on effect: Brokers

by Charlotte Humphrys • 5 Jun 2024

The rising trend of city-siders moving to regional Australia has driven up house prices at the expense of FHBs, brokers... READ MORE

Suncorp Bank announces new exec GM for home lending

by Adrian Suljanovic • 5 Jun 2024

The non-major bank has appointed Troy Fedder as its executive general manager for home lending.

AI saving time and costs for 87% of SMEs: CBA

by Charlotte Humphrys • 5 Jun 2024

The introduction of artificial intelligence for small businesses around Australia has shown savings in time and costs,... READ MORE

Platform Finance partners with SFG

by Charlotte Humphrys • 4 Jun 2024

Starting this week, SFG brokers are now able to aggregate through Platform Finance and access asset finance... READ MORE

MONEYME non-exec director commences role as chair

by Adrian Suljanovic • 4 Jun 2024

Jamie McPhee has begun his new role as chair of the digital lender’s board.

Brokers urge proactivity from borrowers in seeking financial help

by Adrian Suljanovic • 4 Jun 2024

Borrowers should seek out financial assistance as soon as possible to avoid further issues, brokers have said on the... READ MORE

Doctors’ payroll tax amnesty provides hope for broking

by Annie Kane • 3 Jun 2024

After several state governments made new payroll tax exemptions for GPs, hopes are rising that more reprieves may be... READ MORE

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Breaking News

Brokers reveal which non-bank products are the best

AMP Bank to ‘transform’ settlement process

MFAA submits recommendations for credit reporting framework

SME Bootcamp returns in 2024

Sam Boer joins Empower Wealth

House listings increase ‘bad news’ for market sentiment: Broker

Qld budget unveils support for SMEs

CSLR makes first payments, one linked to broking

SA stamp duty abolition could drive up house prices: Brokers

Bendigo Bank Broker joins Mortgage Choice panel

Setting up the next generation of business leaders

Finance industry members recognised in King’s Birthday Honours List

New sub-aggregator launches

How to boost your business value beyond trail

Insolvencies in the retail sector to increase: CreditorWatch

SME lender appoints CEO

Commercial brokerage settles $2bn in a year

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from week 3–7 June

Should brokers join the fight against CSLR?

What do Victorian stamp duty reforms mean for commercial brokers?

Federal government introduces BTR tax incentives

1 in 8 mortgage holders have missed repayments: Survey

Beyond Bank and P&N explore merger opportunity

City-to-regional movers causing flow-on effect: Brokers

Suncorp Bank announces new exec GM for home lending

AI saving time and costs for 87% of SMEs: CBA

Platform Finance partners with SFG

MONEYME non-exec director commences role as chair

Brokers urge proactivity from borrowers in seeking financial help

Doctors’ payroll tax amnesty provides hope for broking

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