Mortgage and Finance Brokers Breaking News - The Adviser

Broker’s ban reduced following appeal

by James Mitchell • 2 Mar 2016

A former Victorian finance broker has had her ban period reduced by the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. READ MORE

YBR reveals aggressive acquisition plans

by James Mitchell • 2 Mar 2016

Yellow Brick Road (YBR) has revealed its ambitious growth plans which includes acquiring 10 new broker groups every... READ MORE

Suncorp unveils rewards program for brokers

by Huntley Mitchell • 2 Mar 2016

Suncorp Bank has launched a new rewards program designed to support brokers’ relationships with customers through... READ MORE

RBA decision a no-brainer

by Emma Ryan • 2 Mar 2016

A number of high-profile industry figures say the Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to leave the cash rate on hold... READ MORE

Slowdown forecast for house price growth

by Francesca Krakue • 2 Mar 2016

Growth in home values is likely to decline across Australia this year, according to a recent report. READ MORE

Reserve Bank makes cash rate call

by Reporter • 1 Mar 2016

The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced the decision of its monthly board meeting. READ MORE

Teachers Mutual slashes mortgage rates

by Huntley Mitchell • 1 Mar 2016

Teachers Mutual Bank has announced a number of rate reductions for some of its home loan products. READ MORE

Aggregation boss defends industry against media attacks

by James Mitchell • 1 Mar 2016

The head of Australia’s largest aggregator has hit back at recent media reports that claim mortgage broking is rife... READ MORE

Brokers responsible for 90% of MyState's mortgage growth

by Emma Ryan • 1 Mar 2016

ASX-listed bank MyState has credited mortgage brokers for 90 per cent of its loan book growth over the first half of... READ MORE

Cash rate to hold at 2%

by Reporter • 1 Mar 2016

Experts have predicted the official cash rate will remain unchanged when the Reserve Bank of Australia meets today. READ MORE

Business confidence rises in February

by Francesca Krakue • 1 Mar 2016

Business confidence rose in February due to increased confidence about performance and prospects, according to Roy... READ MORE

Economist calls for focus on future housing supply

by Georgia Brown • 1 Mar 2016

An industry economist has urged policymakers to make planning for Australia’s future housing requirements a higher... READ MORE

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CEO says AFR reports on mortgage broking are ‘laughable’

by Emma Ryan • 29 Feb 2016

The chief executive of an industry body has hit back at recent articles reporting on mortgage fraud and the dishonest... READ MORE

Listed aggregator reduces losses with strong digital growth

by James Mitchell • 29 Feb 2016

An ASX-listed mortgage aggregator has significantly reduced the $20 million loss it reported for the 2014-15 financial... READ MORE

Barry Plant appoints new GM

by Huntley Mitchell • 29 Feb 2016

Barry Plant Financial Services (BPFS), the broking arm of real estate network Barry Plant Group, has announced the... READ MORE

APF recognises top achievers

by Huntley Mitchell • 29 Feb 2016

Australian Property Finance (APF) has celebrated the achievements of its top brokers at an annual awards night hosted... READ MORE

Property investment among top money mistakes

by Reporter • 29 Feb 2016

Losing money on property investment is the second biggest money mistake Australians make, according to new research. READ MORE

Victoria's top broker revealed at Better Business Awards

by Emma Ryan • 26 Feb 2016

A new-to-industry broker received top honours at The Adviser’s Better Business Awards in Melbourne last night. READ MORE

Opinion: In defence of mortgage broking

by James Mitchell • 26 Feb 2016

When it comes to an accurate portrayal of Australian mortgage brokers, it seems the mainstream media have been watching... READ MORE

Rate rises to create big opportunities for broking

by Francesca Krakue • 26 Feb 2016

Future rate hikes will bring “discussion, disturbance and opportunities” to the third-party channel, says one... READ MORE

HIA backs capital gains decision

by Reporter • 26 Feb 2016

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has shown its full support for the government’s decision to make no changes to... READ MORE

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