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Tips on spotting tailwinds in a property correction

by Annie Kane • 19 Oct 2022

As housing supply and demand “rebalance”, new opportunities are emerging for Australian real estate and...READ MORE

Recharge and reset yourself to align with your best self

by Sleiman “Slayman” Abou-Hamdan • 3 Oct 2022

In today’s uncertain, complex, and ambiguously fast-paced world, it’s essential to be able to recharge and remain... READ MORE

Opinion: Get ready for a new breed of broker

by James Mitchell • 16 Sep 2022

Mortgage broking is on the cusp of an exciting new age in which loan writers become business managers and salaried... READ MORE

Brokers hold the key to helping lenders keep their customers

by Adam Grocke • 31 Aug 2022

As borrowers rely on their brokers for guidance through these turbulent times, Sherlok founder and CEO Adam Grocke... READ MORE

The Word: How are you helping clients navigate the current...

by Annie Kane • 17 Aug 2022

As building companies collapse and prices blow out, we wanted to know how brokers are helping support clients through... READ MORE

Why brokers need to shift to a business mindset

by Annie Kane • 15 Aug 2022

A broker business coach has urged brokers to adopt a business mindset when building their brokerage by systemising... READ MORE

Smart succession planning

by Nick Young • 8 Aug 2022

Trail Homes’ Nick Young, in collaboration with SME accountant Justin Mastores, unpacks some key questions for those... READ MORE

The top questions to ask clients to demonstrate your value

by Annie Kane • 1 Aug 2022

Celebrating her 25th year in industry, broker Katrina Rowlands from Mortgage Success reveals the top questions she’s... READ MORE

Bringing it home for Australia’s disadvantaged young people

by Chris Slater • 1 Aug 2022

With this week marking Homelessness Week, AFG’s Chris Slater outlines why the mortgage broking industry is in prime... READ MORE

In a dynamic commercial market, customers are increasingly relying on...

by Dino Pacella • 25 Jul 2022

With the current interest rate rises, rental concerns, property market ups and downs, and economic changes, more... READ MORE

Why digital customer acquisition strategy is the key to success for...

by Anny Le Wilson • 15 Jul 2022

With Millennials now overtaking Baby Boomers as the predominant adult generation – ensuring you have a customer... READ MORE

The Word: How have you been supporting clients with housing...

by Annie Kane • 7 Jul 2022

In the July 2022 edition of the magazine, we’re taking a look at housing affordability and what’s on offer to help... READ MORE

The 5 things that the top brokers are doing to win business

by Christian Paterson • 21 Jun 2022

To run a successful mortgage broking business, you need to find the most efficient way to attract new clients.

Broker value amplified in rising rate environment

by Annie Kane • 14 Jun 2022

OPINION The invaluable role that brokers play in providing mortgage and credit advice, budgeting help and emotional... READ MORE

Successful networking without being annoying

by Dino Pacella • 30 May 2022

How many times have you attended a networking event and found a person to be annoying, arrogant, and... READ MORE

Why all leading brokers should submit for awards

by Reporter • 25 May 2022

Elizabeth Wilson loves regional lending. So, to win Regional Broker of the Year at the 2021 Australian Broking Awards... READ MORE

Top tips for a smart succession

by Nick Young • 2 May 2022

Nick Young outlines how to identify if you have an expanding business, a mature business, or a business in... READ MORE

Know your client base before making videos, brokers told

by Malavika Santhebennur • 26 Apr 2022

It is critical to have a thorough view of the clients’ pain points and issues before implementing a video marketing... READ MORE

The Word: The impact of the NSW and QLD flooding

by Kate Aubrey • 18 Apr 2022

Tens of thousands of borrowers were inundated with floodwater in Queensland and NSW over March and April, with many... READ MORE

Think about relationship building, not just lead generation

by Anny le Wilson • 15 Apr 2022

It’s no secret that the market is starting to turn. Brokers that I’m speaking to in the home lending market are... READ MORE

How embracing technology can help brokers enable SME recovery

by Reporter • 8 Apr 2022

Small business is big business in Australia, with 99 per cent of Australian businesses considered small and... READ MORE

AI to shift broker focus to value-added functions

by Malavika Santhebennur • 4 Apr 2022

Artificial intelligence could create highly automated brokerages in the future and move various functions from the... READ MORE

Time to head out and network

by Victoria Coster • 30 Mar 2022

Let’s make 2022 the year for reconnecting. Victoria Coster, chief executive and founder of Credit Fix Solutions... READ MORE

Rem review scrapping a result of ‘industry mobilisation’: Phil...

by Annie Kane • 25 Mar 2022

The mobilisation and alignment of the broking industry helped give the government confidence to scrap its scheduled... READ MORE

How clear messaging forms sticky communication

by Malavika Santhebennur • 23 Mar 2022

Creating memorable messaging and repeatable, shareable content is vital for brokers to build their brand, according to... READ MORE

Industry celebrates having certainty over remuneration

by Annie Kane • 21 Mar 2022

With both government and the opposition confirming they will not change broker remuneration this year, broking industry... READ MORE

NSW proposed property equity scheme slammed

by Juliet Helmke • 24 Feb 2022

The chief of an industry body has called the scheme a “bitter pill to swallow” and a “slap in the face” for... READ MORE

Resolve Finance MD named to FSCP

by • 21 Feb 2022

The firm’s managing director joins 30 other part-time candidates who have been named to the “single disciplinary... READ MORE

NSW touts scheme to reduce first home deposit

by • 15 Feb 2022

The NSW government has announced it is “considering a new approach” to reduce the deposit required for first home... READ MORE

Tasmania extends COVID-19 business assistance

by • 10 Feb 2022

The state has confirmed a second round for its business support program, with applications opening later this... READ MORE

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