in focus

Winner Showcase: Leading with integrity in asset finance

by Annie Kane • 17 Nov 2025

As director of Sydney-based brokerage The Asset Finance Shop, Colin Evans is dedicated to finding tailored solutions... READ MORE

In Focus: How tech is helping brokers tap into SME finance

by Ben Squires • 6 Nov 2025

As one of Australia’s leading SME lenders, Prospa delivers practical, tech-driven solutions that help brokers support... READ MORE

In Focus: How MSA helped ING become the sixth-largest bank in 90 days

by Ben Squires • 5 Nov 2025

For more than 30 years, MSA National has been transforming the loan documentation process – partnering with some of... READ MORE

Winner Showcase: Mastering the fundamentals of commercial broking

by Ben Squires • 29 Oct 2025

Former financial planner Son Pham’s career continues to go from strength to strength, and now, as managing director... READ MORE

In Focus: Laying the foundations for a successful broking business

by Ben Squires • 28 Oct 2025

Building a successful brokerage may seem like a daunting prospect, but if you get the fundamentals right, you’re... READ MORE

In Focus: Navigating the commercial finance landscape

by Annie Kane • 8 Oct 2025

The commercial finance sector is rapidly evolving, with private lenders increasingly stepping up to provide accelerated... READ MORE

In Focus: How this new broker tool aims to silence the...

by Annie Kane • 24 Sep 2025

Self-employed lending has typically been seen as more complex and time-consuming, leading borrowers and brokers alike... READ MORE

In Focus: The professionalisation of the mortgage broking industry

by Annie Kane • 17 Sep 2025

Earlier this year, a new, professional designation was unveiled exclusively for experienced mortgage brokers – the... READ MORE

In Focus: The boom in private lending

by Annie Kane • 10 Sep 2025

Private lending in Australia is experiencing a boom, creating new opportunities for brokers and borrowers. But what... READ MORE

In Focus: Navigating the world of SMSF lending

by Ben Squires • 3 Sep 2025

Self-managed super fund (SMSF) lending offers brokers a chance to diversify, but it’s also a niche full of nuance,... READ MORE

In Focus: How brokers helped build AMP Bank’s new lending...

by Annie Kane • 20 Aug 2025

This month, AMP Bank officially launched its new home loan origination platform, a major milestone in the lender’s... READ MORE

In Focus: How to navigate trail book buying and selling in today’s...

by Annie Kane • 13 Aug 2025

What makes a great trail book – and how can brokers maximise their business value? We sit down with Trailblazer... READ MORE

In Focus: Building a diverse broking industry

by Finsure • 30 Jul 2025

What does it take to make the broking industry more diverse? We sit down with Finsure’s Fatima Dib to discover how... READ MORE

In Focus: Supporting brokers in a changing lending landscape

by Ben Squires • 16 Jul 2025

Complex lending challenges make it more important than ever for lenders to truly understand brokers’ needs and to... READ MORE

In Focus: How brokers can drive forward with asset finance

by Annie Kane • 9 Jul 2025

A groundswell of brokers has been folding asset finance into their business models to provide more solutions to clients... READ MORE

In Focus: The digital lending revolution

by Bendigo Bank • 2 Jul 2025

The mortgage landscape is undergoing a period of rapid transformation at the moment, with technology rapidly... READ MORE

In Focus: Why relationships matter in asset finance

by Ben Squires • 11 Jun 2025

The asset finance space has been on a roller-coaster ride, but what does the future trajectory look like? READ MORE

In Focus: How broker feedback is shaping ApplyOnline®

by NextGen • 4 Jun 2025

ApplyOnline is the cornerstone lending platform for the Australian mortgage and finance industry, used by thousands of... READ MORE

Women in Finance Podcast: Leading from the top at ANZ

by Annie Kane • 2 Jun 2025

Momentum Media was thrilled to host the Women in Finance Network Lunch in Sydney on 2 May, run with the support of... READ MORE

In Focus: The broker strategy of Australia’s biggest bank

by Annie Kane • 28 May 2025

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia is Australia’s largest lender but has the smallest proportion of new broker flows... READ MORE

In Focus: The evolution of Aussie

by Annie Kane • 14 May 2025

Aussie is one of the most recognisable brands in broking but recently underwent a brand evolution. Here, we find out... READ MORE

In Focus: How brokers can benefit from a specialist approach

by Bluestone Home Loans • 7 May 2025

Non-bank lenders form an increasingly important part of the mortgage market, particularly when it comes to servicing... READ MORE

In Focus: How to steer your SME clients to growth

by Banjo • 30 Apr 2025

As Australia’s small and medium-sized enterprises navigate myriad challenges, brokers are playing an important role... READ MORE

In Focus: How to build a solid relationship with your BDM

by Annie Kane • 16 Apr 2025

The relationship you have with your business development manager can be the key to ensuring loans are processed quickly... READ MORE

In Focus: Unpacking broker myths surrounding lenders mortgage...

by Helia • 9 Apr 2025

As housing affordability issues persist, home buyers are increasingly asking about lenders mortgage insurance (LMI) and... READ MORE

MORTGAGE AND FINANCE LEADER: Anja Pannek, MFAA CEO

by Annie Kane • 19 Mar 2025

In this special episode, host Annie Kane sits down with Anja Pannek, the CEO of the Mortgage & Finance Association... READ MORE

In Focus: How Lendi Group’s support helps build better brokers

by Lendi Group • 4 Mar 2025

As the broking industry continues to grow, Lendi Group continues to invest in systems, support, and innovative... READ MORE

In Focus: Unveiling opportunities in SME finance

by Judo Bank • 12 Feb 2025

As a leading SME challenger bank, Judo Bank has been integral in supporting brokers and business customers with their... READ MORE

MORTGAGE AND FINANCE LEADER – John Ruddick, Libertarian member of...

by Annie Kane • 5 Feb 2025

In this special episode of Mortgage and Finance Leader, host Annie Kane sits down with John Ruddick, Libertarian member... READ MORE