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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
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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
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‘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
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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
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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
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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

Prospa reports $69m loan book bump
by • 28 Apr 2022
The lender’s latest quarterly figures have revealed it reached a record level of gross loans over the period,... READ MORE

Plenti hits record quarterly originations
by Reporter • 28 Apr 2022
The lender has reported $321.9 million in quarterly originations during the March quarter, almost double year-on-year. READ MORE
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Lendi picks CBA’s Steph Kay
by • 28 Apr 2022
Home loan platform and retail broker network, Lendi Group, has appointed Steph Kay as its new head of strategic... READ MORE

Mortgage lending industry favours Liberal-National election win
by Annie Kane • 27 Apr 2022
The mortgage and finance lending industry believes that Scott Morrison would make a better Prime Minister than Anthony... READ MORE

Borrowers unable to get finance amid tradie shortage
by • 27 Apr 2022
A NSW North Coast broker has raised concerns many clients in flood-impacted areas are unable to get finance due to a... READ MORE

SMEs continue to invest in machinery

by • 27 Apr 2022
Demand for asset finance goes up as SME businesses invest in their recovery out of the pandemic, data reveals. READ MORE

Wisr surpasses $1bn in loan originations
by Annie Kane • 27 Apr 2022
After originating $158 million in the third quarter of the financial year 2022, the non-bank lender has now originated... READ MORE

BDM support at record high, brokers say
by reporter • 26 Apr 2022
Satisfaction with business development managers at the lenders reached record-high levels in March, new data reveals. READ MORE

Victoria announces small-business tech investment rebate
by • 26 Apr 2022
The state’s government will assist small businesses in investing in digital tools to assist operations, including... READ MORE

RBA will hike by 40 bps in June: Westpac
by Annie Kane • 22 Apr 2022
The central bank may hike rates substantially in June to combat rapidly rising inflation, the major bank has said in a... READ MORE