Yellow Brick Road

This week on the Property Insights podcast, Jeremy Hastings, founder of Hutly, joins Mark to discuss how his business is disrupting the real estate industry by putting power back into the hands of tenants & buyers. To learn more about the future of real estate transactions, tune into the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/g4gaHujf

Two legends of the mortgage broking industry meet again! YBR Chairman Mark Bouris AM and Aussie Home Loans Co-founder James S. took to the stage at yesterday's National Finance Brokers Day event to share their story and drop some rare insights in a sit-down chat with Dino Pacella. Thanks to National Finance Brokers Day for hosting such an incredible event! If you didn't catch yesterday's discussion, don't worry - Mark and James sat down together recently in a one-hour, 100th-episode special on Property Insights. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gUK5nSrC

Bronwyn Penhaligon is a Strategic Psychotherapist and the founder of Penhaligon Applied Psychology and joins us on Your Broker Room podcast to discuss the pressure and expectations placed on brokers and its impacts on their mental health. Brownyn was shortlisted for the Wellness Advocate of the Year 2024 at The Adviser’s Better Business Awards NSW/ACT 2024, highlighting her commitment to promoting mental health and wellness within the broking industry. Bronwyn shares valuable tips on how brokers can prioritize their mental health, such as setting better boundaries and managing expectations. She also discussed how technological advancements should be leveraged to automate administrative tasks and allow brokers to focus on building relationships and providing financial literacy to clients. Episode is out now: https://lnkd.in/dT5kmS-4

Your broking career awaits you! Why Join Us? Join the Yellow Brick Road family and accelerate your broking career. You'll enjoy the YBR advantage of a national brand, robust lender panel, and leading digital infrastructure. Our dedicated team of experienced professionals will be there to guide you at every step! At Yellow Brick Road, we cater to your different needs by offering three different business models: full franchise, mobile broker, and loan writer. Build a thriving business on the foundation of a national brand backed by high-touch support from technical experts, marketing professionals, compliance gurus, and business coaches. We have some exciting opportunities coming up! For more information, click here: https://lnkd.in/gq2-KfXs

We're delighted to introduce and recommend the incredible Paul Farley, Branch Principal and Mortgage Broker at Yellow Brick Road Ballarat! 🌟 Paul loves his local area for its long and proud history. Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two children, watching AFL, supporting the Melbourne Football Club, and helping his wife run their own horse stud. With a Diploma of Financial Services in Finance and Mortgage Broking Management, Paul brings over 20 years of experience in the finance and insurance industry. At Yellow Brick Road Ballarat, Paul is dedicated to creating long-term client relationships by listening to individual clients' needs and providing tailored advice based on their personal situations. Paul can assist with: 🏡 Advice on home loans, residential and investment 💰 Advice on refinancing loans to reduce rates and access cash We are incredibly grateful for Paul's expertise and commitment to his clients. His dedication and passion for helping people achieve their financial goals truly set him apart. If you're in need of a knowledgeable and trusted mortgage broker in Ballarat, we highly recommend reaching out to Paul Farley at Yellow Brick Road Ballarat. Thank you, Paul, for your outstanding service and dedication to the community! 🙏 #ballaratbusiness #mortgagebroker #financialadvice #homefinance #realestate #communitysupport

Ulrika Lobo is the director & lending specialist at Sparrow Loans and joins us on Your Broker Room Podcast to share an inspiring view of the future of broking. Being the first female in Australia to launch, manage, and own a private lending business, Urika has acquired over a decade of experience in helping businesses grow and assisting with their lending requirements. Ulrika shares how AI and technology can streamline workflows and improve efficiency for brokers. She also discusses the importance of bridging the confidence gap for women in commercial finance and elevating each other's voices. Episode is out now: https://lnkd.in/dT5kmS-4

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What do you get when you throw two disruptors, leaders and (formerly) fierce competitors into a podcast studio? Fireworks.   The special 100th episode of Property Insights with Mark Bouris AM and James Symond is out now: https://lnkd.in/gUK5nSrC

#BREAKING: Any surprises here? Another RBA board meeting, another decision to leave the official cash rate on hold at 4.35%. More to come!

Looking forward to our podcast this week, Stephen Koukoulas, there's a lot to talk about after the RBA announcement today..