Non-bank lenders need to get on the front foot
Nathan Daniell
I’m a big fan of non-bank lenders – and I’m sure more people would use them if they understood just how superior they are to banks.
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Nick Moules
Why brokers shouldn’t fear peer-to-peer lending
When I noticed a thread proclaiming the death knell for brokers in Australia as peer-to-peer lands, I thought I should give brokers some words of encouragement.
Dr Andrew Wilson
Property market weakens, but underlying demand to remain resilient
It’s no secret that Australia’s housing markets have reactivated over the past two years following a period of subdued buyer activity.
Sean Murphy
Lenders should be more consistent
Over the past 12 months it has become more evident than ever to me that no matter how cheap pricing might be and no matter what perks are of...
Kim Cannon
This new year is one to watch in finance
This year promises to be one of change for the finance industry: change of pace, change of rules, and the potential for a seismic shift in t...
Aaron Dunn
The final nail in the coffin for SMSF lending?
An in-depth look at the Financial System Inquiry's (FSI's) recommendations on borrowing in super, and what that could potentially mean for SMSF trustees in the months to come.
Andrew Littleford
The problem with valuations
If I was asked what the single most influential element that defines the success of a loan application was, the answer undoubtedly would be the valuation.
Nathan Daniell
Why I write 100pc of my loans with non-bank lenders
I was fortunate enough when starting out as a mortgage broker back in October 2005 that my mentor was a mortgage originator and broker whose...
Linda Phillips
The influence of overseas buyers
A petition calling for tighter rules on foreign ownership of Australian property has garnered more than 26,000 signatures.
Kathy Cummings
How the FSI could impact brokers
The Inquiry has been far reaching, with a strong emphasis on improving consumer outcomes.
