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CBA pilots LMI waiver expansion
by Annie Kane • 13 Mar 2025
The major bank is currently piloting an expanded lenders mortgage insurance waiver policy, opening it up to paramedics,... READ MORE

‘Liar loans’ back in spotlight; how can brokers protect...
by Annie Kane • 13 Mar 2025
New reports have raised concerns about Australians lying about their earnings on financial applications, reigniting the... READ MORE

Brokers see surge in pre-approvals as home-buying confidence rises
by Annie Kane • 13 Mar 2025
Borrowers have been flocking to brokers to access pre-approvals and take advantage of lower rates as home-buying... READ MORE

Brokers seek out rate-tracking tech following RBA cut
by Annie Kane and Will Paige • 13 Mar 2025
More brokers are using loan pricing tools and automated rate tracking to ensure their clients are on competitive rates,... READ MORE

Bluestone teases fresh lending products this year
by Will Paige • 13 Mar 2025
The non-bank lender aims to expand its offering this year to include small ticket, commercial and construction lending... READ MORE

Connective brokers settled record volumes in 2024
by Ben Squires • 13 Mar 2025
The aggregator’s brokers wrote record-breaking volumes in 2024, surpassing $100 billion in settlements. READ MORE

Brokers increase support as housing affordability hits lowest level...
by Will Paige • 12 Mar 2025
More brokers are stepping up their support to borrowers after new data shows that mortgage repayments consume more than... READ MORE

Major bank’s head of retail steps down
by Annie Kane • 12 Mar 2025
Jason Yetton, the chief executive for consumer banking, is set to leave the big four bank as soon as a successor is... READ MORE

Finsure and Bridgit partner on white label offering
by Will Paige • 12 Mar 2025
The white label program will enable Finsure brokers to offer clients Finsure-branded bridging loans of between $300,000... READ MORE

AFG Home Loans adds mortgage offset feature to products
by Will Paige • 12 Mar 2025
The lender has introduced a multiple offset feature on two home lending products in response to growing customer... READ MORE

Chris Slater joins broker investment business
by Annie Kane • 11 Mar 2025
The broker private equity business has appointed former AFG GM and Fintelligence CEO Chris Slater as its inaugural head... READ MORE

Banks and industry bodies step up support in wake of cyclone
by Will Paige • 11 Mar 2025
Banks have been updating their emergency support efforts in response to the ongoing damage caused by ex-Tropical... READ MORE

Resolve Finance appoints NSW state manager
by Ben Squires • 11 Mar 2025
The brokerage brand has announced the appointment of a new state manager as part of strategic growth plans. READ MORE

Aquamore joins Connective’s lender panel

by Will Paige • 11 Mar 2025
The private lender’s commercial lending products will now be available to Connective brokers writing business loans. READ MORE

RedZed extends Melbourne Storm partnership
by Ben Squires • 11 Mar 2025
The self-employed lending specialist has extended its major partnership with the rugby league club. READ MORE

Suncorp Bank welcomes new head of home lending product

by Annie Kane • 10 Mar 2025
A seasoned home lending product leader with broker experience has joined Suncorp Bank to spearhead its home lending... READ MORE

Bizcap joins AFG’s lending panel

by Will Paige • 10 Mar 2025
Bizcap has joined the major aggregator’s lending panel, offering AFG brokers wider access to funding options for... READ MORE

Rate cut leaves housing market in delicate balance

by Will Paige • 10 Mar 2025
Lower interest rates will drive a modest improvement in the housing market although continuing affordability and... READ MORE

AFG appoints new sales leaders
by Ben Squires • 10 Mar 2025
The ASX-listed aggregation group has announced two strategic appointments to fill key leadership roles. READ MORE

LMG appoints new CEO
by Will Paige • 7 Mar 2025
One of Australia’s largest aggregators has promoted its COO to head up the business. READ MORE

MFAA shares CSLR review recommendations
by Ben Squires • 7 Mar 2025
The peak industry body has made four recommendations in its submission to the scheme’s post-implementation review. READ MORE

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

Arrears set to stay low amid rate cut relief
by Will Paige • 7 Mar 2025
Gradually falling interest rates this year are expected to keep mortgage arrears low and stable as pressure eases on... READ MORE

ASIC updates guidance on student loans
by Will Paige • 7 Mar 2025
The regulator has responded to calls from the Treasurer and changed its guidance in an effort to make it easier for... READ MORE

WA-based winners revealed for Better Business Awards 2025
by Arabella Walton • 7 Mar 2025
A total of 19 Western Australia-based winners have been announced for the annual Better Business Awards. READ MORE