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Risks and rewards of co-buying a home
With house prices falling, many Australians are considering getting into the property market. The idea of teaming up with a family member or friend is something many house-hunters consider – but is this a good idea or a risky move?
Banking on a secure (open) data influx
July marked the start of open banking in Australia, creating plenty of opportunities – but also a number of potential threats

Doing business around the kitchen table
Agriculture continues to be a growth sector with a clear need for trusted advisers who understand the increasing complexities of farming and can navigate their clients through the good as well as the inevitably difficult times, says NAB's Chris Thomas
Navigating the return to a new normal
The world of mortgage broking, like many other service-based industries, has been significantly impacted by COVID-19. The return to a new normal will present challenges, says Dr Gav Schneider– but with some reflection, we can move forward with purpose and clarity

Commercial funding could plug residential gap by Contributor
As finance brokers battle to increase their business amid a residential lending slowdown, they could boost growth by diversifying their revenue streams and providing clients with commercial funding solutions, writes Matthew Johnson, co-founder and managing director of Marketplace Finance
Playing to your strengths by Contributor
Founder of awarded brokerage explains how to create and execute a winning business strategy
Judgement day for lenders by Contributor
CCR will leave unprepared finance providers behind while it spurs those ahead of the curve to further success
Being your clients' "mortgage doctor" by Melanie Mingas
Why you should abandon the sales rep mentality in favour of a more holistic approach
High Hopes for the Golden State by Melanie Mingas
WA’s economic woes could be coming to an end, setting the scene for a recovery in property prices. Andrew Bromley, mortgage adviser at Smartline, writes about the projects likely to drive the next wave of mortgage lending
Repricing credit and risk by Melanie Mingas
With its traditional business models under threat, it’s all change for Australia’s credit checking regime. However, as credit and risk consultant Andrew Tierney says, credit bureaux can thrive if they rethink pricing and embrace open banking