And the award goes to…
The Productivity Commission’s (PC) draft report into Australia’s workplace relations framework does not look set to make major changes to the country’s idiosyncratic system of award wages, much to the chagrin of business. The old saying goes that a good compromise is one that leaves all parties equally unhappy. And by that yardstick the PC […]
AFG staff donate to support Yarloop community after fires
In a show of support, AFG held a fundraiser allowing staff to generously donate to those who suffered losses in this month’s Yarloop tragedy. We were very proud to see many staff contributing their baking skills as well as the high level of donations. AFG will generously match every dollar donated by staff. You can […]
Post holiday? How to get your staff and your business back on track
We gather some tips from an expert on banishing back-to-work blues and getting your staff off to a flying start post a long break such as Christmas. Whether it’s a few days or a few months, breaks such as Christmas can make it difficult to get back into the swing of things when staff return […]
Mortgage Index for the final quarter of 2015
HOMEOWNERS STEP UP AS INVESTORS EXIT Australian Finance Group (ASX: AFG) has today released its Mortgage Index for the final quarter of 2015. Investors have continued their retreat from the market with the latest figures showing investor lending had fallen from 40% of total loans processed early in the calendar year to 31% in the […]
It’s a brand new year, the perfect time to set new business goals
The New Year is a time for reflection and resolutions. But when it comes to setting business goals, make sure you’re not setting yourself up for failure. Most business owners know goals are important. But how can you make sure your New Year business resolution will keep you motivated all year and not be forgotten […]
AFG Competition Index – December 2015
Non-Majors strike back The AFG Competition Index for the last quarter of 2015 shows that non-major lenders have made up ground after a punishing few months for the challenger sector. AFG General Manager of Sales and Operations said the recent turnaround had been dramatic. “We have been through a period of uncertainty and this has seen […]
New financial year checklist
It’s time to roll up your sleeves, report, reconcile and get set for the year ahead. The start of a new financial year is the time to draw a line under the old and begin planning for the future. For business owners, that means make sure everything from 2014/15 has been tied up and you […]
AFG appoints Chief Operating Officer
AFG (ASX: AFG) is expanding its management team with the appointment of its Chief Financial Officer David Bailey to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer. This appointment will assist in fast tracking some of the growth opportunities which AFG have been examining, whilst still retaining his skill set in the business. Mr Bailey […]
AFG Mortgage Index – September Quarter 2015
Australian Finance Group (ASX: AFG) Mortgage Index has today reported the total value of home loans processed by AFG brokers for the September 2015 quarter was $14.161B, an increase of nearly 16% on the same period last year. Brett McKeon, AFG Managing Director outlined the result: “A key driver of the strong result was activity […]
Appointment of Malcolm Watkins to MFAA Board
The Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) announces the appointment of Malcolm Watkins as an Additional Director to the MFAA Board. This appointment will commence in November 2015. The Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) announces the appointment of Malcolm Watkins as an Additional Director to the MFAA Board. This appointment will commence in November […]
