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01 August 2018

Mike Pero Mortgages boss warns of “forensic underwriting”

Mike Pero Mortgages boss Mark Collins has warned lenders are conducting “forensic underwriting” on expenses when assessing loans, amid tightening credit conditions.

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01 August 2018

General Finance stock market listing moves closer

The stock market listing of non-bank lender General Finance moved a step closer this week as a deal with a listed cash shell was approved by shareholders.

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01 August 2018

Select Committee told: Could do better

Recommendations from the select committee considering the Financial Services Legislation Amendment Bill have been welcomed, but Financial Advice NZ says it’s fallen short of the mark.

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31 July 2018

Committee proposes FSLAB changes

The Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee has provided its report on the bill, which recommends it be passed, with amendments. Financial Advice New Zealand chief executive Katrina Shanks said she was disappointed to see the committee ...

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