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Consumer spending dips through February
17 March 2025

Aussies are playing it safe with February recording more frugal spending than usual. A number of factors influenced this.

Mutual banks ‘lack the necessary skills’ to deal with modern risk, says APRA
14 March 2025

A statement from the regulatory authority has questioned the ability of mutuals to manage risk amid an evolving sector.

‘Education is key’ when looking into SMSF investing
14 March 2025

SMSF lending had a big year in 2024. But with popularity increasing, borrowers are being warned to play it smart and not get sucked into the hype without doing proper research.

Sydney exodus as people search for cheaper living
14 March 2025

People are moving away from Australia’s most populous city in search of cheaper options as the cost of living in the NSW capital stings.

Profitability and sustainability goals crucial for long-term SME success
14 March 2025

Individuals looking to establish a business must understand the sacrifices and challenges that can accompany it, according to the co-founder of Four Pillars Gin.

‘Payday lenders’ come under ASIC’s watchful eye
13 March 2025

The commission released a statement highlighting concerns with small credit lenders after acting on multiple compliance breaches.

Firstmac completes record $1bn RMBS issue
13 March 2025

The non-bank lender said the recent milestone was the biggest “eagle” issue to date.

Brokers: Watch out for ‘liar loans’
13 March 2025

“Liar loans” are becoming more popular with younger borrowers. What does it mean and what are the impacts of this trend?

Boosted market share could result in further scrutiny for brokers
13 March 2025

The news that broker market share has hit 76 per cent is a welcome sight for the hard work the industry puts in. There are fears that this increased popularity could result in added ...

Tips for upholding strong communication with clients
13 March 2025

Communication is one of the most important aspects of a broker’s role. However, with the industry undergoing significant change in the last few years, has the means of doing so changed?

Navigating change as a broker
13 March 2025

People generally don’t like change. Brokers and their clients are no different.

Coalition pledges to overhaul FIRB approvals process
13 March 2025

The Coalition will overhaul the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) to make foreign investor approvals “faster, easier, and more predictable”, if the party is elected in the upcoming ...

Businesses cautious in borrowing amid insolvency risk increases
12 March 2025

Business owners are becoming more conservative with borrowing after recent data highlighted challenges are persistent.

Surge in alt-doc loans as work norms shift
12 March 2025

Alt-doc lending is seeing a boost as borrowers require different loan options. The world of work is shifting and consumers need products that cater to diverse needs.

Specialised broking rife with opportunity
12 March 2025

As a broker there are many different avenues you can explore when determining a trajectory. Some specialised jobs are under-represented and could prove fruitful.