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What loan products are brokers loving at the moment?
by Annie Kane • 17 Nov 2023
With serviceability tightening and borrowers feeling the pinch, we have asked brokers: what loan products are you (and... READ MORE

Brokers note a rise in business acquisitions amid risks
by • 17 Nov 2023
Brokers have observed an increase in business acquisitions amid rising business risk. READ MORE

Why is Perth’s housing market booming?
by Adrian Suljanovic • 17 Nov 2023
The undersupply of property in Australia’s western capital has led to a surge in dwelling prices, brokers have said. READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from week 13–17...
by Adrian Suljanovic • 17 Nov 2023
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 17... READ MORE

CBA responds to industry criticism
by Josh Needs • 16 Nov 2023
The major bank’s broker head has responded, stating the lender “remains committed” to the broker channel. READ MORE

What do brokers think about CBA channel conflict? 
by Josh Needs • 16 Nov 2023
As CBA focuses on its proprietary channel, brokers have revealed how they view potential channel conflict when... READ MORE

MFAA calls on industry to adopt CDR faster
by Annie Kane • 16 Nov 2023
Lenders and aggregators are being urged to roll out open banking to brokers more quickly given moves to potentially ban... READ MORE

SME loan applications surge in 1Q24: Banjo
by Adrian Suljanovic • 16 Nov 2023
Small-business loans spiked during the first quarter of the financial year, the non-bank lender’s new research has... READ MORE

CBA has ‘turned its back’ on brokers: FBAA
by Josh Needs • 15 Nov 2023
After the major lender “made huge profits off the back of mortgage brokers”, they are now “turning their backs on... READ MORE

Borrowers ‘get creative’ amid economic challenges
by • 15 Nov 2023
Brokers are noting a shift in client behaviour, witnessing a blend of creativity in spending choices and a more... READ MORE

Gen Z eager to own property despite financial woes
by Adrian Suljanovic • 15 Nov 2023
Despite ASIC data showing growing financial concerns from Gen Z, brokers are still seeing strong appetite for home... READ MORE

CBA ‘focused on proprietary distribution’
by Josh Needs • 14 Nov 2023
The major bank has begun focusing on proprietary distribution, with ‘lower margin’ new broker fundings having... READ MORE

Panel advocates proactive broker strategies
by Josh Needs • 14 Nov 2023
With rates rising again, brokers should be reaching out to their commercial clients, according to a panel of commercial... READ MORE

Grow Finance is now Dynamoney
by Josh Needs • 14 Nov 2023
The SME lender has rebranded as it plans for further expansion of products and partnerships across the global finance... READ MORE

Former Tic:Toc launches in-house broker service
by • 14 Nov 2023
Tiimely Home, formerly known as Tic:Toc, has introduced an in-house broker service to enhance the home loan process for... READ MORE

Deposit Assure releases equity-only policy 
by Josh Needs • 14 Nov 2023
The deposit bond provider has launched a new policy aimed at simplifying the application process for its partners and... READ MORE

Brokers urged to manage mental health: FBAA
by Adrian Suljanovic • 13 Nov 2023
The association’s managing director has called on all brokers to monitor the mental health of themselves and of their... READ MORE

What’s worrying your SME clients? 
by Josh Needs • 13 Nov 2023
Brokers with SME clients need to be aware of their concerns regarding rising wage costs, according to ScotPac. READ MORE

Financial compensation for small businesses demanded
by Josh Needs • 13 Nov 2023
Following the Optus failure last week, the small business ombudsman has called for better treatment of SMEs by the... READ MORE

Winners of the Women in Finance Awards 2023 revealed
by Malavika Santhebennur • 10 Nov 2023
More than 30 winners were crowned at this year’s Women in Finance Awards, including eight from the broking industry. READ MORE

Borrower pain expected as lenders lift rates
by Adrian Suljanovic • 10 Nov 2023
The RBA’s latest rate increase has been passed on by the major lenders, presenting more challenges for brokers and... READ MORE

Purple Circle mulls retail concept

by • 10 Nov 2023
The boutique aggregator is exploring various initiatives aimed at enhancing the value for its broker members. READ MORE

Due diligence key amid rising construction insolvency
by Josh Needs • 10 Nov 2023
Brokers have been increasing their level of due diligence as new data shows higher levels of distress among building... READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest headlines from week 6–10 November
by • 10 Nov 2023
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 10... READ MORE

BMM removes clawback on SMSF line, updates offering
by Annie Kane • 9 Nov 2023
The mortgage manager has announced streamlined refinancing, reduced rates, free offset accounts and no clawback for one... READ MORE