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Banks are offering cashback deals and rates that brokers say can be difficult to match – raising questions about competition between lenders and their own broker channels.

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s (ASIC) review of brokers’ best interests duty (BID) has raised questions about loan recommendations, documentation and what good client ...

Trust is one of the most valuable assets a broker can build, but how do you earn it, protect it and make sure it extends beyond your own reputation?

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s (ASIC) review of mortgage brokers’ compliance with the best interests duty (BID) is putting the spotlight on how brokers assess client ...

Small business collectible tax debt reached $35.9 billion in 2024–25 as the ATO steps up efforts to recover unpaid liabilities. What does this mean for commercial brokers?

Building a great brokerage takes more than hiring good people. So what does it actually take to create a high-performing team that can work together, deliver consistently, and grow with the ...

Cash flow can be a challenge for even the healthiest businesses. With late payments, changing costs and growth opportunities all putting pressure on working capital, having the right funding ...

The 5 per cent Deposit Scheme has helped more than 100,000 first home buyers get into the market, but with borrowing power taking a hit, is buying now really getting any easier?

With another rate rise adding to the pressure on Australian businesses, the challenges facing business owners go well beyond the cost of borrowing. From rising costs and regulatory changes ...

With further rate rises on the horizon and borrower confidence under pressure, brokers are facing a changing market. For some, that means softer demand and tougher conditions, but for those ...

With another RBA rate rise looming, borrowers are facing mounting pressure on their borrowing power, mortgage repayments and confidence in the property market.

Agribusiness is changing, and so are its financing needs. From machinery and technology to seasonal cash flow and the businesses operating beyond the farm gate, regional lending presents a ...

Building a thriving brokerage business is about far more than securing a rate. It takes real adaptability, team structure, and an authentic presence to weather shifting markets.

AI is moving further into the lending process, but what does that mean for the broker?

Private credit has grown into a broader part of the lending market, giving brokers another option for deals that may not fit traditional lenders.