Why 2018 is the ideal time to become a mortgage broker

Is the housing market headed for a slowdown? That’s the word coming from the CoreLogic-Moody’s Analytics Australian Home Value Index Forecast, which has Sydney and Melbourne prices falling slightly between 2018 and 2020, the Financial Review reported. What does this mean for a mortgage broker career in 2018? While mortgage activity might soon be slowing, […]

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How to be a mortgage broker in the age of digital disruption

The 21st century has seen digital disruption rear its head in almost every industry. What will it do to those looking to become a mortgage broker and the existing skilled members of the industry? What is digital disruption? Put simply, it’s the way that digital technology changes – for better or worse – the business models […]

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Returning to work? Why a mortgage broker career could be perfect

Whether you’ve been off due to the birth of a child, illness or some other reason, returning to work can be difficult. Depending on the amount of time that’s passed, you might find that you’re no longer interested in doing what you did before. In this situation, starting a new career as a mortgage broker could be the […]

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What are the best places in Australia to become a mortgage broker?

If you’re thinking of making the move to a career as a mortgage broker, congratulations! You’re considering a job in a growing field where each new day brings an exciting challenge. While you may now be settled on being a mortgage broker, you may be unsure of where in Australia your new career can flourish. […]

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How to switch careers and become a mortgage broker

Tired of your current career? Does the idea of helping everyday Australians fulfil their home ownership dreams excite you? If so, perhaps becoming a mortgage broker is what you’ve been looking for. The timing couldn’t be better, seeing as it’s a great moment to jump into the industry. As with any career change, there’s a […]

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What skills do you need to become a mortgage broker?

Working as a mortgage broker involves a lot more than being a sleek salesman and knowing how to talk people into making deals. The best brokers bring a lot more than that to the table – they’re knowledgeable, have good people skills and have worked hard to build a strong professional network they can rely […]

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3 more reasons now is a great time to become a mortgage broker

The broker industry started 2017 strong following a great December quarter and momentum keeps building. With a recent KPMG report pointing to greater public trust in brokers, new numbers on the March quarter – and a disappointing budget – means there has never been a better time to become a mortgage broker. Public image and […]

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Want to be a mortgage broker? What will your day be like?

In broad strokes, most people have a pretty good idea of what it’s like to be a mortgage broker. People want to buy homes, and it’s your job to help finance them, so you work on putting people in touch with lenders who can provide financing. That’s the quick one-sentence description, but it doesn’t really […]

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Time to become a mortgage broker? Brokers write $50.19 billion in new home loans

If you’re looking to expand your business’ financial services, or start a new chapter in your professional life, becoming a mortgage broker can be an excellent first step. A flexible career choice, brokers can put themselves in the driving seat of their business, while generating passive income to support your other pursuits.  Recently, performance in the […]

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What is your work-life balance like when you become a mortgage broker?

In our fast-paced world, one of our most treasured assets is our health and wellbeing. However, with the stresses and responsibilities of conventional full time employment, often we can let our work-life balance fall by the wayside.  Fortunately, there is an alternative option for those who are seeking a different approach to work. Flexible working hours […]

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