Jean-Pierre Gortan, co-founder and managing director of commercial broking powerhouse Simplicity Loans & Advisory, is priming his brokerage for the next stage of growth. He sits down with MPA to tell it all.

Baber Zaka, Commonwealth Bank's new general manager of third-party banking, talks about building trust with brokers.

Digital technology platforms, especially AI and open banking, have enormous potential to streamline broker processes and free up their time for customer engagement and building business growth. LMG group executive customer experience Jason Furnell talks about how AI, open banking and other tech tools will change the way brokers work, and explores the benefits and limitations of various technologies..

Dr Nicola Powell, chief of research and economics at leading property data company Domain. talks about what drove the property market in 2023 and various factors affecting price growth in 2024, including interest rates, regional housing, mum and dad investors and first home buyers.

The SMSF lending sector is booming. As total members tip over 1.1 million, there’s never been a better opportunity for brokers to understand the evolving sector and connect with customers.

In fact, a significant slice is choosing to invest in property, both residential and non-residential, altogether accounting for a total reported borrowing of just over $18 billion. But where does SMSF sit in the current lending climate? And what should brokers consider?

Hear from Siobhan Willians, head of mortgages at Pepper Money, on what’s fueling the growth of SMSF and why it’s prime time for brokers to tap into the space and understand the growth opportunities on offer.

You will gain insights on:

- Why brokers should get involved.

- The opportunities for customers who are refinancing and

purchasing.

- A super smart approach to SMSF and how loan servicing can be

achieved.

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Traditional bank loans often come with a strict set of criteria which in return, boxes a lot of potential customers out of the mortgage market. Despite this, there are alternatives to traditional loans that don’t come with all the hassle of dealing with the banks.

In this podcast, we sit down with Siobhan Williams, Head of Mortgages - Retail Broker at Pepper Money to discuss the many benefits of non-bank loans and how they open up a whole new world of opportunity for borrowers.

This podcast covers:

- What specialist lending actually is and how Pepper Money differs from typical banks

- How brokers can benefit from branching out in specialist or non-conforming loans

- Defining and debunking common misconceptions about non-bank lending

- How Pepper Money assists brokers who want to offer specialist lending options to their customers

- Understanding the current specialist lending market and where its heading in the future

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Isabella Constantinou, MPA Top Commercial Broker for 2023 and associate director at Simplicity Loans and Advisory provides insights around the areas of specialisation, the importance of having a support network and advice for brokers (including women) on how to get started.

In this latest episode of MPA Pod, we engage in a captivating conversation with Sam White, the executive chairman at LMG, Australia's premier aggregator. In this episode, Sam delves into the intriguing dynamics reshaping the broking industry. Discover the transformative potential of open banking, explore strategies for diversification, and gain unique insights into the quest for market share in the ever-evolving financial landscape. If you're curious about the future of broking and eager to stay ahead of the curve, don’t miss this insightful conversation.

Matt Atkin, president of the Commercial and Asset Finance Brokers Association discusses current trends in commercial lending, the importance of having a mentor, the incoming Professional Standards Scheme and what brokers can look forward to in the commercial space over the next five years.