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31 January 2025
The financial pressures of 2024 have been relentless for Australia’s small and medium-sized business community (SMEs). Rising costs, economic uncertainty, and unpredictable consumer demand ...
27 December 2024
Sole traders and start-up business owners are the outcasts of the financial world. It has never been harder for them to get a loan. Mortgage brokers who represent these Australians as ...
9 December 2024
Every mortgage broker has a horror story involving a predatory lender.
25 November 2024
The private credit industry has exploded in Australia.
31 October 2024
Globally, credit reporting is undergoing a significant shift, with countries like the UK and Australia adopting distinct governance models to manage consumer data and credit information.
29 October 2024
Periods of career transition, whether it’s changing jobs, entering a new industry, or simply being up for a promotion in your current role, are the perfect time for an assessment of your ...
31 July 2024
For many Australians, the dream of home ownership is a high-priority goal.
25 July 2024
Have you always wanted the financial benefits of being a landlord but only have $1,000 in your pocket? Then REITs may be for you!
26 June 2024
After a challenging couple of years for the economy and many Australians’ finances, there is a silver lining emerging in the financial services sector that comes from an unlikely place, ...
6 May 2024
The past couple of years have meant significant growth for non-bank lenders and there are no signs of slowing down, says Bronwyn Yam, the chief product officer at Cuscal.
6 May 2024
OPINION Macquarie’s latest financial results show its mortgage book accounts for over 5 per cent of the bank market share, so should we be calling it a major bank?
15 April 2024
When it comes to banks, it’s hardly a surprise Australians are shopping around in the current climate, however, they are increasingly calling for more than just competitive rates and fees, ...
8 April 2024
Innovation and technological development in mortgages have ranged from the truly groundbreaking to the ineffective, but three key areas require continuous expansion, according to DocuScan ...
8 February 2024
Competition has to be the guiding principle, according to Jodi Ross, head of regulatory affairs and compliance at Tiimely.
9 November 2023
An empowerment coach has described how being diagnosed with and receiving treatment for perimenopause changed the way she did business.
7 November 2023
Expanding cultural literacy through research can help financial service providers gain the trust of clients from diverse backgrounds, says diversity advocate Michelle Lim.
3 November 2023
Louisa Sanghera highlighted the importance of a succession plan after countless health battles spurred her to implement one.
2 November 2023
As women assume leadership roles, it is essential for them to scale their impact by mobilising team members to create value for their organisation, according to an REA executive.
26 September 2023
Mortgage arrears rates and distressed sales have been rising recently amid financial instability, but what does debt collection best practice look like? Corey Smith, FICO’s senior partner, ...
8 September 2023
New research released by the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) might be concerning for mortgage brokers. Chris Meaker from Brighten Home Loans looks at what brokers can ...