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What Aussie brokers can learn from the UK
What can the industry learn from its friends across the sea?
How to prepare for open banking
Australian Broker examines how the industry should prepare

Clawback reform: gaining clarity
Examining the proposed legislative changes and the impact of clawbacks on brokers' businesses
The power of knowledge
With the launch of its Broker Academy, Westpac has created what it’s calling “the biggest broker learning pathways resource”. Academy head Kylie Lano tells Australian Broker what it means for the industry and why it offers something for everyone

Getting back on track by Mariam Gabaji
Despite a favourable interest rate environment and APRA’s removal of interest-only caps, arrears data highlights a new trend across Queensland and WA. Australian Broker examines the prospects for mortgage-stressed borrowers in the country’s most challenged markets
The (new) rules of engagement by Melanie Mingas
Examining the draft Mortgage Brokers Bill and what it could mean for brokers and borrowers
The missed opportunities in data by Melanie Mingas
Embracing data is crucial to delivering best customer outcomes - as well as protecting the future of the industry
Counting the cost of responsible lending by Melanie Mingas
Following the shock ruling that saw ASIC’s responsible lending case dismissed by a judge, Australian Broker examines what the decision could mean for the future of expense verification and the ability of lenders to accurately predict serviceability
Property investment: the reality behind the numbers by Melanie Mingas
Investor activity in the residential property market has taken multiple hits over recent years, the latest being a 3.4% decline in returns in FY18/19, compared with a rally of 11.4% on ASX investments. Australian Broker examines the situation and where the opportunities lie for brokers
Romancing the loan writers by Melanie Mingas
The big four banks are moving on from royal commission - and asking brokers to come with them