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Best interests at heart
AB sits down with four award-winning brokerages to talk BID, with the new regulation going live in just a few days' time
Investors lured to the regions
Survey shows investors are shifting focus to a land of golden opportunities: regional Australia

Lending reforms a step in the right direction
Brokers in for an even busier 2021 given the government's plan to increase the flow of credit
Property price growth in the forecast
Over the last six months we've heard forecasts of property prices falling by anywhere from 10% to 40% as a result of the pandemic's impact. Now the tide has turned, and many are predicting far slower rates of decline – and even growth beyond 2021. What is driving this swift about-face in such uncertain times?

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
The end of easy money by Melanie Mingas
A new set of rules around credit cards could see thousands of consumers forced to consolidate their debts