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Finance brokers vital to success of new government homeowner schemes

Australia’s finance and mortgage brokers will play a key role in helping first home buyers and single parents navigate the red tape and processes required to access new incentives announced in the federal budget, according to the finance brokers’ national … Continue reading

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Quotes from Peter White AM, managing director of the Finance Brokers Association of Australia – RE: Federal Budget announcements

“The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) strongly supports the Federal Government announcement that tonight’s budget will include measures to increase home ownership.” “In particular we welcome the support to first home buyers, single parents and women.” “This budget can … Continue reading

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Finance brokers set to take SME market as banks suffer loss of trust

The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) says Australia’s small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are becoming increasingly frustrated with the big banks, and has issued a call for finance and mortgage brokers to take more of a market that contributes … Continue reading

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Spokesperson available for comments and interviews

Over 60 per cent of Australians finance their home through finance and mortgage brokers. The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) is the peak body representing finance and mortgage brokers. FBAA managing director Peter White AM is available for media … Continue reading

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FBAA ready to #ChooseToChallenge for International Women’s Day

The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) will once again hold an International Women’s Day event, with the theme #ChooseToChallenge reflecting the 2021 international theme. Celebrated on March 8 globally, the day celebrates women’s achievements but also promotes equality and … Continue reading

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Finance brokers claim inconsistency hurdle in responsible lending debate

Australia’s peak body representing finance and mortgage brokers has sought to reaffirm its position around proposed amendments to responsible lending laws, following comments in Parliament during the second reading of the National Consumer Credit Protection Amendment (Supporting Economic Recovery) Bill … Continue reading

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Quotes from Peter White AM, managing director of the Finance Brokers Association of Australia – RE: National Australia Bank (NAB) interest rate cut

“It is great to see National Australia Bank realigning its fixed home loan rates to a lower and more competitive level.” “However, it is concerning that NAB still had a margin that allowed it to move its rate down by … Continue reading

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FBAA announces 2021 board and commendations

The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) has announced its 2021 board members and issued special awards on the back of a challenging year. Newcastle region mortgage broker and author of two property investing books Felicity Heffernan joins the board, … Continue reading

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Developing people is key to industry growth

Inward, personal growth is the most important factor in a successful industry, according to the Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) which is backing this year’s International Men’s Day on November 19. FBAA managing director Peter White AM said it’s … Continue reading

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Quotes from Peter White AM managing director of the FBAA – RE: Loan Market Group announcement

“Congratulations to Loan Market Group for investing into the industry’s growth and expansion.” “I believe this will be good for our industry.” “Finance and mortgage brokers should be encouraged because this investment highlights the confidence the market has in our … Continue reading

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