MPA Pod

Westpac Business Bank chief economist Besa Deda talks to MPA about whether the official cash rate will change in September, where inflation is heading, the rate of growth in the economy and the bank's forecast for the first rate cut.

In this latest podcast episode, we chat to Barry Saoud, General Manager of Mortgage and Commercial Lending at Pepper Money and dive deep into the dynamic mortgage market, recent changes in loan rates, and Pepper Money's innovative approach to supporting brokers. Discover how Pepper Money's Red Hot Rates Package is set to benefit a wide range of borrowers, providing solutions in a rapidly changing...

James Kelder, finance consultant and property specialist at Green Finance Group talks about the effects of rising interest rates, a downturn in spending and softer rental yields on the commercial property market, the level of construction activity, confidence and the current opportunities for finance brokers.

In this edition of MPA Pod, BOQ chief economist and head of market strategy Peter Munckton talks about the differences in interest rates between Australia and New Zealand, where interest rates are heading and the impact of rises on borrowers over the months to come.

Bank of Queensland chief economist and head of market strategy Peter Munckton discusses inflation and its impact on interest rates, including the differences between Australia and New Zealand, the outlook for rate cuts and mortgage borrower servicing ability.

Heartland Finance general manager reverse mortgages Sharon Yardley draws upon recent research which shows that inability to afford suitable housing is a top concern for the older generation. She discusses the key findings and some of the costs of moving out, the value of staying in the family home and opportunities for mortgage brokers.

In this edition of MPA Pod, Heartland Finance general manager reverse mortgages Sharon Yardley draws upon recent research which shows that ability to afford suitable housing is a top concern for the older generation. She discusses the key findings and some of the costs of moving out, the value of staying in the family home and opportunities for mortgage brokers.

In this edition of MPA Pod, National Finance Brokers Day founder Dino Pacella talks about what keeps brokers, lenders and industry partners returning to the event year-after-year, the impressive speaker line-up and the three discussion panels.

Geoff Fox is a highly experience credit adviser with Melbourne brokerage Perry Finance. He talks to MPA Pod about the benefits brokers can gain from diversifying into SMSF lending, how brokers can work with referral partners and current market trends.

In this edition of MPA Pod, David Zammit from the PKF debt solutions division talks about what PKF does, how he works for brokers and shares many valuable insights into the opportunities within residential and commercial lending.

Broker mentor and founder of Classic Finance and Classic Mentoring, Nancy Youssef talks to MPA Pod about client retention and how brokers can go the extra mile for their customers in a challenging economic period

In this edition of MPAPod, head of Australian economics at Commonwealth Bank, Gareth Aird discusses the Budget, the bank’s forecast on interest rates and inflation, and whether the country will dodge a recession.

Customer Owned Banking Association CEO Michael Lawrence explains what makes customer-owned banks different, including their values and customer service proposition, including interest rates.

Rising interest rates and declining house prices have had a significant impact on the financial landscape. MFAA CEO Anja Pannek explains how the current economic environment is creating mortgage prisoners, leniency of lenders and how brokers are working with their clients, particularly those who fixed in a rate during COVID-19 and are venturing into a significantly higher rate environment. As lend...

While rising interest rates and inflation have had a huge impact on the residential home loan market, what are the affects on the world of commercial finance? For the first episode of MPA Pod, Matthew Johnson, the managing director of commercial finance brokerage Simplicity Loans & Advisory talks about current trends in commercial finance, including commercial property, the rise of non-bank lendin...