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The cashback clawback conundrum

by Annie Kane • 7 Jun 2023

The move by several lenders to remove their cashback offers from market has been welcomed by the broker industry. But,...READ MORE

How steep is the fixed-rate cliff?

by Annie Kane • 5 Jun 2023

The next few months will see Australian borrowers fall off the ‘fixed-rate cliff’. But how steep is the fall? Annie... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Theo Chambers, Shore Financial

by Adrian Suljanovic • 5 Jun 2023

The chief executive of Shore Financial, Theo Chambers, sits down with The Adviser to discuss how he runs Australia's... READ MORE

Interview from the Indian Ocean — Rob Barton on his Guinness World...

by Annie Kane • 2 Jun 2023

PREMIUM Strawberry Finance broker Rob Barton talks to The Adviser from the Indian Ocean, as he attempts to become the... READ MORE

New Broker Q&A: Blake and Reece Thorn, Auspak Home Loans

by Adrian Suljanovic • 2 Jun 2023

Fresh-faced broker brothers Blake and Reece Thorn have found their way into the family business and have made their... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Paul Williams, Mortgage Choice South Melbourne

by Adrian Suljanovic • 29 May 2023

After sweeping up the Editor’s Choice award at the Better Business Awards Victoria/Tasmania 2023, Mortgage Choice... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Chris DiBlasi, Saint Finance WA

by Adrian Suljanovic • 22 May 2023

After winning the Editor’s Choice award at the Better Business Awards Western Australia 2023, Saint Finance’s... READ MORE

Wellness May 2023: What do brokers do to de-stress and unwind?

by Annie Kane • 15 May 2023

With the world of broking being busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure they can deal with the stress of a... READ MORE

The SME paradox

by Annie Kane • 11 May 2023

Despite rising costs, high inflation, and an aggressive Tax Office chasing debts, Australian SMEs are remarkably... READ MORE

The Word: How are you helping support SMEs at the moment?

by Annie Kane • 11 May 2023

As we head towards the end of this financial year, brokers are busy supporting small businesses prepare for the year... READ MORE

Gearing Up: Equipment finance sector report

by Annie Kane • 10 May 2023

With the end of the financial year approaching, many SMEs will be seeking to take advantage of their instant asset... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Anthony O'Flynn, IFA Mortgages

by Adrian Suljanovic • 10 May 2023

Owner and senior mortgage adviser at Sydney-based IFA Mortgages, Anthony O'Flynn, recently sat down with the Elite... READ MORE

Wellness: ‘Recovering the person I am supposed to be’

by Annie Kane • 9 May 2023

James Brett of Truly Finance was the recent recipient of the Wellness Advocate of the Year NSW/ACT at the Better... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Nick Bartel, MoneyQuest, SA

by Adrian Suljanovic • 2 May 2023

Based in Nairne, South Australia, MoneyQuest franchise owner, finance specialist, and broker Nick Bartel was one of the... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Mel Smith, Aussie Home Loans QLD

by Adrian Suljanovic • 24 Apr 2023

On the heels of winning the Editor’s Choice award at the Better Business Awards Qld 2023, Aussie Home Loans broker... READ MORE

Should the RBA board only meet 8 times a year?

by Annie Kane • 21 Apr 2023

OPINION An RBA fit for the future has suggested that the central bank should have two boards and should meet eight... READ MORE

New Broker Q&A: Fabien Tribe, The Lending Lab

by • 19 Apr 2023

Having worked in the mortgage and finance industry in a range of roles at aggregators, brokerages, and banks, Fabien... READ MORE

Wellness April 2023: What do brokers do to unwind?

by Annie Kane • 17 Apr 2023

With the world of broking being busy as ever, it’s crucial that brokers ensure they can deal with the stress of a... READ MORE

The Word: What tech tools do you use in your business?

by Annie Kane • 14 Apr 2023

With technology coming on leaps and bounds in the mortgage and broking process, we wanted to know what tech tools... READ MORE

Serious about cyber

by Annie Kane • 14 Apr 2023

Cyber security continues to be the dominant security concern for Australia — with more work going on across industry... READ MORE

Lightning fast: The tech helping brokers deliver loans in a flash

by Annie Kane • 12 Apr 2023

There’s been an explosion of new tech in the broking industry the past few years, with fantastic innovations and... READ MORE

Elite Broker Q&A: Kerry Kalendra, MTA Mortgage Brokers

by Adrian Suljanovic • 27 Mar 2023

Founder and director of Victora-based brokerage MTA Mortgage Brokers, Kerry Kalendra, recently sat down for the Elite... READ MORE

The Word: What trends are you seeing from regional borrowers?

by Annie Kane • 16 Mar 2023

As we come out of the regional boom, brokers share what trends they’re starting to see in 2023

Broking in the regions

by Annie Kane • 13 Mar 2023

While regional brokers are familiar with the ebb and flow of running a small business in the regions, these last few... READ MORE

Passing the baton

by Annie Kane • 13 Mar 2023

Starting and growing a successful business might be the obvious priorities for mortgage brokers, but do far too few... READ MORE

Lessons from the Great Resignation

by Annie Kane • 10 Mar 2023

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic first hit in 2020, there has been a shift in how people think about their work/life... READ MORE

Out and About: Feb/Mar 2023

by Annie Kane • 9 Mar 2023

A snapshot of some of the events, seminars and functions from the mortgage and broking... READ MORE

Regional roundabout

by Annie Kane • 8 Mar 2023

Just as the pandemic created one of the biggest social and lifestyle shifts, with a mass migration from the capital... READ MORE

How Lendi became the most valuable brokerage in the country

by Annie Kane • 7 Mar 2023

From a start-up in 2013 to a $935-million valuation in 2021, Lendi has come a long way from the call centre on Pitt... READ MORE

New Broker Q&A: Tom Carmody, Craft Financial

by Adrian Suljanovic • 27 Feb 2023

After leaving his last job as an electrician and entering the broker space just over two years ago, Tom Carmody has... READ MORE