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Personal lending hits new record high
by Annie Kane • 12 Feb 2025
The value of personal loans hit a new high in the December quarter of 2024, according to new statistics, with brokers...READ MORE

CBA broker flows continue to fall

by Will Paige • 12 Feb 2025
The proportion of broker-originated loans dropped once again at Australia’s largest lender, with two-thirds of home... READ MORE

Major changes to HECS home loan rules
by Ben Squires • 12 Feb 2025
The Treasurer has instructed the regulators to update their guidance to make it easier for those with student debt to... READ MORE

Industry welcomes research showcasing value of brokers
by Annie Kane • 12 Feb 2025
Members of the mortgage and finance broking industry have welcomed new Deloitte research showcasing the value of the... READ MORE

Housing issues grow in importance for voters as election looms
by Will Paige • 12 Feb 2025
Housing-related issues, including affordability concerns, are becoming increasingly important to voters as another... READ MORE

What is the value of the mortgage and finance broking industry?
by Annie Kane • 11 Feb 2025
Brokers contribute more than $4 billion to the economy, improve lending competition, help borrowers access lower rates... READ MORE

Shadow assistant treasurer calls for CSLR and serviceability buffer...
by Will Paige • 11 Feb 2025
Liberal Minister Luke Howarth has called for reforms into the CSLR and serviceability buffer, warning that both are... READ MORE

Broker lodges petition to hold property valuers to account
by Will Paige • 11 Feb 2025
A broker has lodged a petition in Parliament calling for property valuations to be better regulated, given... READ MORE

Which housing markets will rate cuts benefit most?
by Will Paige • 11 Feb 2025
The more expensive segments of the Sydney and Melbourne housing markets will likely benefit most from an interest rate... READ MORE

Westpac names former AMP chair and ex-CBA deputy CEO as NEDs
by Will Paige • 11 Feb 2025
A former AMP chair and a former CBA deputy CEO are set to join the major bank’s board as non-executive... READ MORE

How brokers can elevate their business in 2025
by Arabella Walton • 11 Feb 2025
Interest rate rises, a limited housing supply and election uncertainty have created a challenging housing landscape... READ MORE

Lendi Group chief product officer shares tech approach
by Will Paige • 10 Feb 2025
The aggregation business is developing several tech products and embracing AI in an effort to help enhance customer and... READ MORE

HIA calls on government to invest $12bn to ease housing crisis
by Will Paige • 10 Feb 2025
The HIA has urged the government to invest $12 billion in infrastructure over the next five years to help meet housing... READ MORE

Bluestone Home Loans celebrates 25 years
by Ben Squires • 10 Feb 2025
The non-bank lender has refreshed its brand identity and launched a broker-exclusive offer to celebrate 25 years of... READ MORE

NSW Supreme Court approves lender merger
by Ben Squires • 7 Feb 2025

The merger between two lenders has been given the green light by the Supreme Court of NSW.

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REA Group reports H1 financial services growth, CEO to leave
by Will Paige • 7 Feb 2025
REA credited larger average loans along with higher settlements and submissions for growth in its financial services... READ MORE

Consumer confidence rises to highest point since 2022
by Ben Squires • 7 Feb 2025
The ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence rating has hit its highest point since May 2022 amid speculation of a February... READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 3–7...
by Ben Squires • 7 Feb 2025
The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property brands from the week ending 7... READ MORE

ABA announces CEO retirement
by Ben Squires • 7 Feb 2025
Australian Banking Association CEO Anna Bligh will retire mid-2025, according to an announcement from the industry... READ MORE

Final day to submit to NSW payroll tax review
by Annie Kane • 6 Feb 2025
Submissions for the NSW Parliament review of payroll tax close tomorrow, with clarity on the matter expected by the end... READ MORE

Regional home values hit record highs: CoreLogic
by Will Paige • 6 Feb 2025
Dwelling values across the nation were steady in January while rising to record highs across the combined regional... READ MORE

Emu Money names new head of partnerships
by Will Paige • 6 Feb 2025

The asset finance brokerage has appointed a new head of partnerships amid a wider broker expansion push.

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Good marketing the new battleground for brokers
by Reporter • 6 Feb 2025
With greater broker competition and choice, brokers need to implement effective marketing tools to ensure they’re... READ MORE

Macquarie maintains mortgage loan book growth to push big 4
by Will Paige • 5 Feb 2025
Macquarie has retained its title as the fastest-growing home loan provider among the big banks while CBA’s mortgage... READ MORE

Bridgit adds 5 BDMs amid surging bridging loan demand
by Will Paige • 5 Feb 2025
The non-bank lender has announced a raft of new appointments in newly created roles to support the broker... READ MORE

LMG aims to bolster broker support offering with new hire
by Will Paige • 5 Feb 2025
The aggregator has recruited a bank’s general manager in a move aimed at improving everyday support for... READ MORE

Broker appointed to Financial Services and Credit Panel
by Annie Kane • 5 Feb 2025
The managing director of a national brokerage has been reappointed to the Financial Services and Credit... READ MORE

Cory Bannister celebrates 25 years at La Trobe Financial
by Ben Squires • 5 Feb 2025
The non-bank lender’s senior VP and chief lending officer has celebrated a career milestone, having reached a quarter... READ MORE

MFAA outlines recommendations for federal budget
by Will Paige • 4 Feb 2025
The broker association has set out 16 pre-budget submissions covering home lending competition, cyber security,... READ MORE

CBA to change lending rules to support prefab home buyers
by Will Paige • 4 Feb 2025
The major bank has revealed it plans to make lending changes this quarter to support customers buying prefabricated... READ MORE
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