opinion
The ‘resilience’ mindset (or lack thereof)
by Sascha Moore • 17 Jul 2023
Going on an overseas family ski trip often comes with idyllic notions of being ‘all fun and games.’ Until it’s... READ MORE
Why acting in the customer’s ‘best interests’ goes well beyond...
by Mathew Patterson • 16 Jun 2023
The role of a broker has always been about getting the best deal for the customer. But what is the best deal, exactly?... READ MORE
How brokers can turn followers into clients with Google reviews
by Sarah Barnett • 10 May 2023
Social Broker’s founder Sarah Barnett reveals the power of Google reviews and ratings for... READ MORE
Will the federal budget really deliver what SMEs need?
by Wayne Morris • 5 May 2023
Small businesses will be “front and centre” in the federal budget, but will this deliver what they really need?... READ MORE
Why SMEs are banking on brokers to grow revenue in 2023
by Annie Kane • 18 Apr 2023
Economic conditions may be signalling a tighter year ahead, but business confidence is high and brokers are in... READ MORE
Efficiency and quality tips for new and part-time brokers
by Demal George • 10 Apr 2023
Mortgage broking is a competitive industry, with more than 19,000 brokers trying to get a share of the loan portfolio.... READ MORE
Mythbusting the NSW stamp duty reform
by Theo Chambers • 27 Mar 2023
First-home buyers in NSW can now opt to pay stamp duty or an annual property tax, but which one works out better? Shore... READ MORE
How can brokers and buyer’s agents work better together?
by Veronica Morgan • 15 Mar 2023
A good working relationship between a values-aligned mortgage broker and buyer’s agent can be extremely beneficial... READ MORE
Gender parity key to a stronger Australian mortgage broking industry
by Nicole Tosev • 8 Mar 2023
Nicole Tosev, program lead of AFG Women on the Move, unpacks why gender parity is key in... READ MORE
Payroll tax overreach an ‘absolutely criminal act’
by Alex Whitlock • 6 Mar 2023
Momentum Markets director Alex Whitlock outlines why he believes the payroll tax issue facing aggregators is a... READ MORE
How brokers are getting lead generation wrong (and how to do it right)
by Malavika Santhebennur • 24 Feb 2023
A coach has outlined why being “boring” holds the key to generating leads rather than chasing the new and... READ MORE
Why high-net-worth clients want broker partnerships: Coach
by Malavika Santhebennur • 16 Feb 2023
Brokers have been pushed to become a partner and “validator” to attract high-net-worth clients and nail their value... READ MORE
Why settlements aren’t a leading indicator of success
by Malavika Santhebennur • 9 Feb 2023
Brokers have been pushed to measure business performance by focusing on lead indicators rather than... READ MORE
How to read clients to build instant rapport
by Malavika Santhebennur • 31 Jan 2023
Deciphering a client’s facial expressions and body language can help brokers build rapport and referrals, a... READ MORE
Eyes wide open: Tackling the horizon head on
by Nick Young • 17 Jan 2023
While the economy is in flux, now is the time to be realistic, not catastrophic nor complacent, says Trail Homes's Nick... READ MORE

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