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Succession planning – 4 tips for recruiting the next generation

by Mark Woolnough • 30 May 2014

As well as being a good way to keep up to date with the latest industry trends, I always find third-party education...READ MORE

Broaden your horizons and your bottom line will follow

by Craig Parker • 29 May 2014

Mortgage brokers are the specialists when it comes to helping Australians find the best mortgage to meet their needs.... READ MORE

Data highlights rise of interest-only and high-LVR lending

by Cameron Kusher • 28 May 2014

APRA has released data on the exposure to property of Australian authorised deposit-taking institutions.

Budget 2014: Tough love for property market prospects

by Dr Diaswati (Asti) Mardiasmo • 27 May 2014

A key ingredient for the property market, or any market for that matter, is confidence. Fear, coupled with uncertainty,... READ MORE

National Credit Act: when is a loan transaction regulated?

by Richard Williams • 26 May 2014

There is a common misconception in the market that the National Credit Code regulates all individual credit loans or... READ MORE

The pros and cons of SMSF investing

by Andrew Crossley • 22 May 2014

In recent years there has been considerable publicity regarding purchasing residential property in a self-managed super... READ MORE

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Metro vs regional: what are the differences?

by Ruan Burger • 21 May 2014

Having worked as a mortgage broker in both a regional area and more recently a metropolitan area, I have witnessed... READ MORE

Insight: Cameron Kusher, RP Data - May 2014

by Reporter • 20 May 2014

Brokers need to be aware that market is slowing and consider the implications for their clients, says RP Data senior... READ MORE

How to get value from Facebook

by Josh Cobb • 20 May 2014

There are over 11 million active Facebook accounts in Australia and the average Australian spends one in every five... READ MORE

Young broker forum to teach the art of prospecting? Yes please!

by Sean Murphy • 19 May 2014

Finally, the industry has been graced with a professional development day that is designed by brokers for... READ MORE

Why we donate 10pc of our income to charity

by Jeremy Fisher • 16 May 2014

As brokers, we spend so much of our time either maintaining our existing clients or acquiring new clients that it can... READ MORE

Entering the market with an investment property can make financial...

by Rory O’Rourke • 15 May 2014

Lower interest rates and rising house prices have meant that the average home loan in Western Australia has jumped by... READ MORE

In praise of the MFAA

by Ray Hair • 14 May 2014

On the eve of the MFAA’s national convention it is timely to ask the question: why should brokers be members of a... READ MORE

The secret to managing expectations

by Matthew Waddell • 13 May 2014

Do you over promise and under deliver? What is the best way to meet and exceed your client’s expectations?

It’s never been a better time to be a broker!

by Nathan Swain • 12 May 2014

It has never been a better time to be a broker!

Consolidate debt to shore up home ownership

by Paul Walshe • 9 May 2014

The federal Budget is just round the corner and many Australians will be bracing for their hip pocket to take a hit,... READ MORE

Why we need to pay attention to consumer confidence

by Craig MacKenzie • 8 May 2014

History and statistics tells us there are two key drivers to the housing and related mortgage finance markets: interest... READ MORE

An easier way to invest

by Steven Beinart • 7 May 2014

Sometimes the perfect investment is right there – but you haven’t got the ready cash until it’s too late.

The first home buyer crisis and what we can do about it

by Graham Doessel • 6 May 2014

If you haven’t been living under a rock for the last few years, you will be aware that the first home buyer market is... READ MORE

Inspirational leadership: engaging staff in times of change

by Lisa Claes • 5 May 2014

Do you want to know the secret of successful leadership? If only it were that simple!

Disclosure: When too much is not enough

by Paul O'Shea • 2 May 2014

Mandatory disclosure regimes are meant to be good for consumers. As Justice Brandeis of the US Supreme Court once... READ MORE

Flaunt what you’ve got

by • 1 May 2014

New research has reaffirmed that brokers are a firm favourite with property investors.

Coles could make a big success out of mortgages

by Troy McErvale • 30 Apr 2014

In 2012, The New York Times reported a story about Target sending coupons for baby clothes and maternity wear to a... READ MORE

Move the fax on! Time for banks to upgrade

by Tish Naughton • 29 Apr 2014

Last month I came across an article talking about Microsoft hitting banks across the world with a huge support bill if... READ MORE

Housing market absorbing new supply faster than it's being added

by Cameron Kusher • 28 Apr 2014

The number of unique residential properties advertised for sale across the country over the four weeks to 30 March 2014... READ MORE

Strong demand and limited supply boosting property prices

by Jeremy Fisher • 24 Apr 2014

A recent report on the Australian property market shows that demand for property is still strong and prices are still... READ MORE

Diversify your business … then what?

by Sean Murphy • 23 Apr 2014

As the broking profession changes and becomes more competitive, we are challenged to think about ways we can do... READ MORE

Teaching kids the value of money

by Robert Bihar • 22 Apr 2014

Every parent, including myself, wants their child to be financially independent in their adult years.

What does the future hold for positive credit reporting?

by Andrew Crossley • 17 Apr 2014

Many brokers are unaware of what positive credit reporting will mean for their clients as it is still early... READ MORE

Why bother with a mortgage broker?

by Ruan Burger • 16 Apr 2014

It’s so easy to head into the local branch of your bank and ask for a loan. You’ll sit down with one of the... READ MORE

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