Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA)
The professional and industry body for mortgage and finance brokers in Australia.
In this profile
- Explain what the MFAA is and the profession it represents
- Describe the brokers and members it serves
- Outline its standards, education and advocacy work
- Show how broking relates to credit and debt
- Point readers to the official website for current details
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What it is
The Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) is the professional and industry body for mortgage and finance brokers. Brokers help borrowers find and arrange loans, so the MFAA serves a profession that sits between borrowers and lenders.
As a membership body, the MFAA supports professional standards, education and advocacy for brokers. It is not a government regulator.
Who its members are
Its members are mainly mortgage and finance brokers, along with others in the broking industry such as aggregators and service providers. Brokers help clients arrange home loans, commercial finance and other credit products.
The MFAA commonly sets membership requirements and promotes standards of conduct, which members agree to uphold.
What it does
The MFAA provides professional standards, education and advocacy. It supports members with training and resources, promotes a code of conduct and professional requirements, and represents the broking industry in policy discussions on finance and credit.
It also publishes information to help consumers understand the role of brokers.
Relevance to debt & credit
Brokers arrange much of the credit that households and businesses take on, so the standards the MFAA promotes affect how loans are arranged and how borrowers are treated. Responsible arrangement of finance can influence whether borrowers can sustainably meet repayments.
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Where to find out more
The MFAA publishes information about membership and standards on its official website. As details and requirements change over time, check the official website for current details.
Key takeaways
- The MFAA is the professional body for mortgage and finance brokers.
- Members are brokers and others in the broking industry.
- It supports professional standards, education and advocacy.
- Check the official MFAA website for current details.
Frequently asked questions
What does a mortgage or finance broker do?
Brokers help borrowers find and arrange loans by working between clients and lenders. The MFAA supports professional standards for brokers.
Does the MFAA regulate brokers?
No. It is a professional and industry body. Credit and broking activities are separately regulated by government. The MFAA promotes standards and education.
How do I check if a broker is an MFAA member?
The MFAA publishes membership information on its official website. Confirm current status there rather than relying on a general description.
This is general information, not legal or financial advice. Details can change — always confirm current contact details and processes on the organisation's official website.
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