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Is your home loan weighing you down? Refinancing could save Australian home owners billions
12 May 2025

In Australia, home ownership is a cornerstone of the “Great Australian Dream”. However, many home owners may be paying more than necessary on their mortgages, unaware of the significant ...

Brisbanites taking advantage of government property incentives
12 May 2025

Following the federal election, Brisbane locals are making use of introduced support, injecting some “fresh optimism” into the property market.

Brokers responsible for majority of ANZ’s new loans
9 May 2025

As the last of the major banks releases its 1H25 results, brokers appear to be the channel of choice for consumers.

Will digital banking push out bank branches?
9 May 2025

Recent data has highlighted that Australia is a world leader in banking digitisation. However, there is still a demand for bank branches.

CBA escapes damages in court despite breaching continuous disclosure rules
9 May 2025

Despite ruling that the Commonwealth Bank failed to meet its continuous disclosure duties, the Federal Court has declined to award damages to shareholders.

SME owners struggle with succession planning
9 May 2025

Small and medium-sized business owners nearing retirement are facing new challenges with succession planning as their children opt to pursue careers outside the family business.

ASIC reveals BNPL reform modifications
9 May 2025

From 10 June 2025, there will be a new set of laws governing buy now, pay later (BNPL) providers.

Fringe suburban markets outpace inner-city counterparts
9 May 2025

Australia’s outer city suburban markets have shown the nation’s strongest housing conditions as more buyers seek affordable alternatives.

Aggregators address concerns with changing groups
8 May 2025

A recent Broker Daily article highlighting the challenges brokers face has been addressed by some of the top aggregators.

NAB’s broker distribution holds strong as proprietary shift continues
8 May 2025

While NAB’s focus on the proprietary channel is evident, its financial results have revealed the majority of loans are still being originated from the broker channel.

Mortgage interest charges ease quarter on quarter
8 May 2025

Mortgages were the primary driver for increased living costs over the March quarter; however, rate cuts have somewhat eased these pressures.

Finance brokers numbers surge by over 50% in a decade
8 May 2025

New data shows finance brokers are among Australia’s fastest-growing jobs, reflecting shifts in banking habits and housing finance demand.

5 traits of a high-growth investment property
8 May 2025

Property prices are heading back towards record highs after the RBA cut rates in February, but don’t be fooled – not all investment properties will see values rise. While many will deliver ...

ASIC orders sweeping overhaul of bank’s compliance systems
7 May 2025

The regulator has imposed strict new compliance requirements following long-running issues in a non-major bank’s futures and derivatives operations.

First-ever Broker Innovation Summit launches
7 May 2025

Prepare for the inaugural Broker Innovation Summit, delving into what will shape the future of finance broking industry.