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Winners of the Better Business Awards 2022 NSW/ACT celebrated!

by Malavika Santhebennur • 5 May 2022

The standout performers in the broking industry in NSW and the ACT have been rewarded for their achievements at the... READ MORE

MoneyQuest acquires Loans Actually

by • 5 May 2022

The franchise brokerage has purchased sub-aggregation business Loans Actually – marking the third acquisition to... READ MORE

‘We let down our broker partners’: ANZ CEO

by Annie Kane • 5 May 2022

Shayne Elliott has acknowledged that the bank had “let down” brokers in terms of processing but noted that broker... READ MORE

Moneytech establishes new partnership head role

by • 5 May 2022

The lender has continued its recent momentum of broker-focused growth, adding the new position of head of partnerships... READ MORE

Lightspeed director charged $220k over credit act breach

by • 5 May 2022

The lender’s head has been found guilty of failing to give effect to AFCA determinations, thus breaching the National... READ MORE

Grow appoints new WA BDM

by • 5 May 2022

The non-bank business lender welcomes Victoria Graves to lead the new business development efforts across Western... READ MORE

LoanQ partners with Australian eSigning start-up

by • 5 May 2022

The loan origination platform has revealed it has aligned with Annature, introducing the fintech’s eSigning product... READ MORE

New Lendi-partnered lender launches

by Annie Kane • 4 May 2022

A new lender partnered by Lendi Group and 1835i has launched into market with a mortgage that gives customers... READ MORE

Alex Bank hires state manager to drive broker expansion

by Annie Kane • 4 May 2022

The neobank has hired its first state manager for broker partnerships, Queensland, to help support brokers and oversee... READ MORE

Former Pepper BDM joins RedZed’s Victorian presence

by • 4 May 2022

Self-employed lender RedZed has filled a vacancy within its Victorian broker support network, naming Staci Karas to its... READ MORE

RBA raises cash rate amid surging inflation

by Sarah Simpkins • 3 May 2022

The Reserve Bank has hiked the cash rate for the first time since November 2010, ahead of the federal election. READ MORE

Clawbacks clash with best interests duty: Finsure

by Sarah Simpkins • 3 May 2022

Clawbacks are no longer relevant according to the aggregator, with its chief warning the practice is at odds with best... READ MORE

Brokers fear ‘trouble ahead’ as rate rise expected

by • 3 May 2022

All eyes will be on the Reserve Bank of Australia today (3 May), with a looming rate rise expected across the finance... READ MORE

‘Asinine’, excessive: Breach reporting regime weighs on industry

by Sarah Simpkins • 3 May 2022

A new report has warned ASIC’s breach reporting regime has taken a toll on the financial services sector in its first... READ MORE

‘Get used to the sound of your voice’: Deep-diving into video...

by Malavika Santhebennur • 3 May 2022

Brokers have been urged to create sharp, engaging videos to build brand awareness, and grow their client base. READ MORE

Labor pitches new housing policy, pledges 40% equity purchase

by • 2 May 2022

Anthony Albanese has pledged $329 million to assist more Australians in entering the property market. READ MORE

Mortgage Choice launches new white label offering

by • 2 May 2022

The aggregator has launched its fourth white label offering after extending its partnership with Bluestone Home Loans. READ MORE

38% of SMEs considering alternative lenders: FICO

by • 2 May 2022

Over one-third of Australian SMEs are open to exploring their funding options with non-traditional lenders, according... READ MORE

BOQ integrates e-lodgement, application tracking services

by • 2 May 2022

The non-major bank has said the initiatives are designed to provide a simpler, more efficient experience for brokers. READ MORE

PLAN’s former head of southern region joins IBN Private

by Annie Kane • 2 May 2022

After relocating to Queensland, the former head of southern region for PLAN Australia, Allan Brown, has joined IBN... READ MORE

Pepper confirms new regional, state leadership roles

by • 29 Apr 2022

The non-bank has revealed the appointment of three new leadership positions, including two regional managerial posts. READ MORE

Connective launches free credit checks

by Reporter • 29 Apr 2022

The aggregator has rolled out free and unlimited credit checks for its members across residential, commercial and asset... READ MORE

Hot Property: The biggest property headlines from the week 25-29 April

by Reporter • 29 Apr 2022

The weekly round-up of the biggest news stories from across Momentum Media’s property titles from the week ending 29... READ MORE

Winners of Better Business Awards 2022 Qld unveiled

by Malavika Santhebennur • 28 Apr 2022

The Adviser is pleased to reveal the top brokers in Queensland at the Better Business Awards 2022. READ MORE

Family benefit assessments ‘unjust’: Brokers urge reforms

by • 28 Apr 2022

A group of female brokers is preparing to meet with lenders to discuss amendments to family support policies to enable... READ MORE