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Why I love doing credit repair

by Merrilyn Mansfield • 15 Sep 2014

The other day I was thinking about why I love doing credit repair and got to the nub of it by talking it over with my...READ MORE

Putting investor home loan demand in context

by Shane Oliver • 15 Sep 2014

The high level of investor loans being written are clearly on the Reserve Bank’s radar.

A broker-owned union is the answer to big bank dominance

by • 12 Sep 2014

The Financial System Inquiry released its interim report in July, and is now seeking a second round of... READ MORE

Stop your clients from going bust after the boom

by • 11 Sep 2014

Being able to adapt to changes in personal circumstances is important. This is being demonstrated as the flow-on... READ MORE

Responsible lending: where is the legal line?

by Paul O’Shea • 10 Sep 2014

The responsible lending obligations of finance brokers may not be as onerous as those on credit providers, but the NCCP... READ MORE

Insight: Patti Eyers, First Mortgage Services

by • 9 Sep 2014

Patti Eyers, chief executive, First Mortgage Services

Insight: Merrilyn Mansfield, Princeville Credit Advocates

by • 9 Sep 2014

Merrilyn Mansfield, lead adjudicator, Princeville Credit Advocates

How to use sporting strategies to succeed in business

by Richard Maloney • 9 Sep 2014

A strong culture is critical for the success of all teams. It’s always been a key focus for sporting teams, yet when... READ MORE

Want a 2.8 per cent mortgage?

by Linda Phillips • 8 Sep 2014

The Reserve Bank, which has been otherwise idle over the past year, has been keen to point out that the banks are doing... READ MORE

What do China's real estate bosses really think of Australia?

by Andrew Taylor • 5 Sep 2014

Just last month a dozen chief executives of Chinese real estate agencies had a chance to visit Australia. So what did... READ MORE

The 13 questions you need to ask all potential employees

by John Demartini • 4 Sep 2014

Companies are human systems, not unemotional, inanimate objects. Therefore, the attraction and retention of the right... READ MORE

Why is non-conforming so hard? (Hint: it isn’t)

by Stuart Styles • 3 Sep 2014

Do you struggle with clients who are eager to supply documents and sign forms … but turn out to have flawed credit... READ MORE

Insight: Cameron Kusher, RP Data - Sep 2014

by • 2 Sep 2014

Cameron Kusher, senior research analyst, RP Data

How staff engagement can drive your business

by • 2 Sep 2014

Building a sustainable business is at the forefront of many a broker’s list of priorities, and understandably so. In... READ MORE

Top four myths about comprehensive credit reporting

by Damian Paull • 1 Sep 2014

Brokers are often the first port of call when consumers have problems getting credit. The majority of consumers first... READ MORE

Pointing the finger over high housing prices

by Shane Oliver • 29 Aug 2014

This year, housing indicators have picked up substantially, suggesting that the rate cuts we have seen over the past... READ MORE

Your hiring criteria equals your success

by Fred Schebesta • 28 Aug 2014

There’s been a lot of movement in the mortgage industry as of late. Yes, the cash rate has been stagnant for the past... READ MORE

A great opportunity for clients – and brokers too

by Jeremy Fisher • 27 Aug 2014

Many property owners may be unaware that they are actually in a position to purchase an investment property, and for... READ MORE

Insight: Steve Kane, National Australia Bank

by • 26 Aug 2014

Steve Kane, general manager, National Australia Bank

Choose your friends wisely when dealing with an SMSF

by Kim Cannon • 26 Aug 2014

The superannuation industry is moving at a frantic pace and, as is often the case in a rapidly changing environment,... READ MORE

The risks in not understanding personal risk profiles

by • 25 Aug 2014

Following on from my previous blogs, which explained how investors can outperform the market and that free advice... READ MORE

Technology is a beautiful thing

by Sean Murphy • 22 Aug 2014

There are countless apps, widgets, programs and systems available to business people and mortgage brokers to improve... READ MORE

Do your research and win the client

by Lee Wade • 21 Aug 2014

When you’re meeting a prospective loan client for the first time, wouldn’t it be handy if you knew a little bit... READ MORE

Insight: Damian Paull, Australian Retail Credit Association

by • 20 Aug 2014

Damian Paull, chief executive, Australian Retail Credit Association

‘Yes, it is your problem’

by Kym Dalton • 20 Aug 2014

“Not a problem” is a great Australian turn of phrase signifying “It’s okay” or maybe “You’re welcome”.... READ MORE

How to manage a growing business

by Ruan Burger • 19 Aug 2014

One of the best positions any broker business can be in is to be receiving more leads and more opportunities. More... READ MORE

The new great Australian dream: financial freedom

by Jarrad Mahon • 18 Aug 2014

According to the new Housing Affordability Sentiment Index (HASI), the newest version of the great Australian dream... READ MORE

How written reports can help build your credibility

by Gil Davis • 15 Aug 2014

Talk is cheap. Unless you’re Keith Richards, you need more than words to persuade people you’re great.

Insight: Steve Scahill, Loan Market

by • 13 Aug 2014

Steve Scahill, head of operations, Loan Market

My plan to reform the LMI industry

by • 13 Aug 2014

Every so often, the industry considers the state of the housing market in Australia, and access to property ownership... READ MORE

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