10 reasons why borrowers need a mortgage broker
In an age when technology helps us research, shop and even – at times – think, we might wonder what other help we could possibly need when it’s time to buy our next home. But, unless you have weeks of spare time and a brain that can store hundreds of home loans, plus their fees […]
Create your own Christmas cheer
The countdown to Christmas seems an unlikely time to suggest ways to save. But why wait for the New Year to make financial resolutions? We’re tipping the spending season on its head to get your money working harder for you over Christmas and into 2018. Where does it all go? Keep tabs on your spending […]
What to research before you invest
Despite regulatory attempts to cool their heels, property investors still account for nearly one in three1 residential loans. Even first-time home buyers, who may not be able to own where they want to live, are dipping their toe in the investment market. With many Australians still eyeing property as part of their wealth and retirement […]
David Bailey, CEO of AFG – AFG National Broker Conference 2017
David Bailey joined AFG back in 2004, becoming our Chief Executive Officer in the inaugural year of our National Broker Conference 2017. It seems fitting his speech would, therefore, be titled The industry today, the industry tomorrow, and the importance of championing competition. The mortgage broking industry has much to be confident about and much to celebrate, […]
Women in Broking: Katrina Rowlands, Mortgage Success in New South Wales
Our Women in Broking series continues with an interview with Katrina Rowlands, director of Mortgage Success, in Wollongong, NSW. What inspired you to pursue a career as a mortgage advisor? The fact that I could self-manage my time, as a broker, and self-manage my success really appealed to me. I had been told in my […]
The Hon. Jeff Kennett AC – AFG National Broker Conference 2017
The Hon. Jeff Kennett AC, former Premier of Victoria and founding Chairman of beyondblue is a change merchant. He spoke at our National Broker Conference about the increasing speed of change and how it is neutering the political process from delivering good government In a talk titled With an increasing speed of change, should we change […]
How to be a first home buyer
While many first home buyers might feel thwarted by escalating property prices in some capitals, plenty are still taking the plunge, spurred by low-interest rates and the great Australian dream of owning your own piece of turf. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics1, first-time buyers currently account for about one in six home loans. […]
Peter Kell, ASIC – AFG National Broker Conference 2017
In light of the ASIC report into broker remuneration and in his role as ASIC Deputy Chair, Peter Kell spoke at our National Broker Conference this year on the key themes of competition and positive customer outcomes. Peter focused on how brokers can ensure they are meeting these objectives, as well as how they can […]
Keiran Evans, AFG Business – AFG National Broker Conference 2017
At our National Broker Conference this year, our General Manager – Commercial, Keiran Evans, spoke about diversifying your broking business. AFG’s focus and investment in diversification has never been stronger. Now more than ever it is important we’re helping each and every one of our brokers step into new markets across an array of customer needs, […]
All in the family
The trend for adult children to remain in the family home for longer is putting a strain on their parents. But there are ways to make it work for everyone. If you have a happy marriage and a comfortable home, studies indicate it’s more likely your children will delay moving out. Well, they’re not silly, […]
