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New research reveals true mortgage broker numbers and gender breakdown

The ranks of Australia’s finance and mortgage brokers continue to swell according to new research from the Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA), which also reveals the number of women entering the industry is on the rise. According to the … Continue reading

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White paper charts course for brokers in “decade of unprecedented change”

A white paper released by the peak international mortgage broker body predicts personalised human advice will keep brokers at the centre of the profession as it enters a “decade of unprecedented change”. The report from the International Mortgage Brokers Federation … Continue reading

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ANZ announcement more of the typical bank playbook

Managing director of the Finance Brokers Association of Australia Peter White AM said recently announced plans by ANZ to dramatically increase its branch lending sales force should not come as a surprise. He said mortgage brokers have been hearing similar … Continue reading

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Poll reveals high broker job satisfaction

Job satisfaction among finance and mortgage brokers is high with 71 per cent satisfied, according to a recent Finance Brokers Association of Australia’s (FBAA) Bi-Monthly Broker Poll. However despite this, while almost all brokers surveyed (90 per cent) viewed broking … Continue reading

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FBAA calls for clearer communication, less red tape from ASIC

The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) says a pledge from ASIC last week to enhance its technological platforms and slash red tape is “too little, too late” for many brokers and small businesses. FBAA managing director Peter White AM said the “multi-year program of work” announced by ASIC was hugely frustrating for brokers, who say immediate improvements are what’s needed. “Governments and regulators have been talking … Continue reading

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FBAA warns government against penalising brokers for financial advice failures

The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) is warning the federal government against imposing higher levies on unrelated sectors to cover shortfalls in the national Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR). In a submission to Commonwealth Treasury, the FBAA stated … Continue reading

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FBAA to turbocharge advocacy with new appointment, regulatory engagement group

The Finance Brokers Association of Australasia (FBAA) has announced the appointment of financial services expert and former ASIC executive David Carson as part of a new regulatory engagement group that will give brokers an even stronger voice with governments, regulators, … Continue reading

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FBAA announces annual EOFY membership update and highlights

The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) has announced a strong membership surge over the past 12 months, hitting 13,298 members as of 30 June 2025, with that number increasing to more than 13,400 as of 1 August. FBAA managing … Continue reading

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APRA buffer rate decision a missed opportunity

The Finance Brokers Association of Australasia (FBAA) has disputed the claim by APRA chair John Lonsdale that “the current level of the buffer rate has not been restrictive on new credit to the household sector”, made to justify regulator’s decision … Continue reading

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FBAA announces new director and state presidents

The Finance Brokers Association of Australasia (FBAA) has announced the appointment of former Tasmanian state president Justin Delanty to the national board, replacing Barry Honey who is departing for personal reasons. Managing director of Lending4U, Mr Delanty has been involved … Continue reading

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