Your Broker Admin

Rob Cummings

A shortform Podcast providing info, tips & updates for Mortgage Broker Admin staff & solo Brokers and the occasional chat with industry guests. Hosted by Rob Cummings of MBES Australia

  1. 3d ago

    EP75. Witch Trials, Wonder Discoveries & Wildering Opportunities

    This week on Your Broker Admin, I kick things off with another Bonus History Bite before diving into the latest review outcomes and broker updates. 🧠 Bonus History Bite:June 10 brings together a tale of hysteria and a tale of discovery - from the first execution of the Salem witch trials to an accidental encounter with one of Australia's greatest natural wonders. 🎯 Reviews Wrap-UpWeek Ending 5 June 2026 This week's review activity delivered: Another round of interest savingsAn unexpected lending opportunityMore of those all-important client conversationsProof once again that no two review weeks are ever quite the same. 🐪 Humpday HelperThis week's Humpday Helper covers an update to ME Bank's settlement agent arrangements and what brokers need to be aware of moving forward. The Big PictureFrom unexpected discoveries to unexpected lending scenarios, this week's episode highlights the importance of staying curious, asking questions, and keeping clients engaged through regular reviews. 🔗 Contact the ShowGot something to add? You can now send questions, loan review scenarios, topic ideas, or guest suggestions via the Contact the Show page. 👉 https://subscribepage.io/PMmHTL I read every submission, and where it makes sense, I’ll either reply directly or bring it onto a future episode. If you’re getting value from the podcast, a follow on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser helps other brokers and admin teams find the show.

    8 min
  2. May 26

    EP73. Three Little Pigs, Strong Foundations & Business As Usual

    This week on Your Broker Admin, I’m back behind the mic after a wedding and a proper break away - the first extended time off from the business in 10 years. 🧠 Bonus History Bite:May 27 delivers a mixed bag of pop culture, music and resilience - from animated pigs and iconic songwriting to one of cinema’s most memorable superheroes. 🎯 Reviews Wrap-UpThree Weeks Ending 22 May 2026 While I was away, it was very much steady as she goes: Continued interest savings across reviewsNew lending opportunities identifiedMore valuable client conversations continuing in the backgroundA good reminder that strong systems and continuity matter when building a sustainable broker business. 🐪 Humpday HelperThis week’s Humpday Helper covers an interesting and slightly obscure Suncorp self-employed policy nuance that brokers & admins should be aware of. The Big PictureA good episode for stepping back and looking at the importance of strong foundations - both in business systems and in the relationships that keep things moving while you’re away. 🔗 Contact the ShowGot something to add? You can now send questions, loan review scenarios, topic ideas, or guest suggestions via the Contact the Show page. 👉 https://subscribepage.io/PMmHTL I read every submission, and where it makes sense, I’ll either reply directly or bring it onto a future episode. If you’re getting value from the podcast, a follow on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser helps other brokers and admin teams find the show.

    10 min
  3. May 5

    EP72. Training the Next Generation: Parabroking with Sarah Allen

    This week on Your Broker Admin, we're back in the YBA chat room where I catch up with Sarah Allen again, founder and trainer at Pilot Financial Services Academy, for the latest updates on her Parabroking training program. https://www.pilotfinancialservicesacademy.com.au/ 🧠 Bonus History Bite:May 6 brings us a couple of practical innovations - from the introduction of prepaid postage to an iconic Paris landmark opening its doors… with a bit more legwork than expected. 🎯 Reviews Wrap-UpWeek Ending 1 May 2026 This week’s reviews were led by strong interest savings and a follow-up result from last week that was worth revisiting. A good reminder that persistence matters, and that you don’t always have to accept the first coffee offered if it doesn’t taste quite right. The Big PictureA focused episode with a strong conversation around training, structure and support within the broker space. A good reminder that building capability behind the scenes is just as important as what shows up in the numbers. 🔗 Contact the ShowGot something to add? You can now send questions, loan review scenarios, topic ideas, or guest suggestions via the Contact the Show page. 👉 https://subscribepage.io/PMmHTL I read every submission, and where it makes sense, I’ll either reply directly or bring it onto a future episode. If you’re getting value from the podcast, a follow on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser helps other brokers and admin teams find the show.

    29 min
  4. Apr 28

    EP71. Words Matter, Actions Matter & Reviews That Deliver

    This week on Your Broker Admin, as usual I kick off with another Bonus History Bite before plunging into the latest broker insights and tips. 🧠 Bonus History Bite:April 29 delivers a contrast in legacy - from the publication of a language staple to an extraordinary act of wartime heroism.e early days of a baseball legend, and a modern-day climate pact. 🎯 Reviews Wrap-UpWeek Ending 24 April 2026 This week’s review activity delivered: Lower volumes overallSolid interest savings outcomesFurther new lending opportunitiesContinued client conversations that keep the pipeline movingNot the busiest week on paper, but still producing sturdy results where it counts. 🐪 Humpday HelperThis week’s Humpday Helper covers an important update around CBA applications that’s worth factoring into your process. The Big PictureEven when volumes dip, consistent reviews and structured conversations continue to deliver results. This week reinforces the value of staying disciplined and keeping the process tight. 🔗 Contact the ShowGot something to add? You can now send questions, loan review scenarios, topic ideas, or guest suggestions via the Contact the Show page. 👉 https://subscribepage.io/PMmHTL I read every submission, and where it makes sense, I’ll either reply directly or bring it onto a future episode. If you’re getting value from the podcast, a follow on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser helps other brokers and admin teams find the show.

    10 min
  5. Apr 14

    EP69. A Trilogy of Disasters & The Real Value of Client Conversations

    This week on Your Broker Admin, we kick off with our regular Bonus History Bite before diving into the latest broker insights and tips. 🧠 Bonus History Bite:April 15 brings us a rather tragic series of events: In 1865, US president Abraham Lincoln dies.Then in 1912, the RMS Titanic sinks.And in 2019, fire ravages the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. 🎯 Reviews Wrap-UpWeek Ending 10 April 2026 This week’s review activity delivered: A shorter week with staff enjoying extended breaksLower activity levels, but still some solid client conversations moving forwardWhile it was a quieter week, the conversations continue to roll on, and opportunities are still being explored. 🐪 Humpday HelperThis week’s Humpday Helper covers a useful Broker Engine tip for handling deals with multiple unrelated applicants. The Big PictureA quieter week, but with steady client engagement and useful tips to help brokers navigate their processes more effectively. Episode 69 brings practical insights to stay ahead. 🔗 Contact the ShowGot something to add? You can now send questions, loan review scenarios, topic ideas, or guest suggestions via the Contact the Show page. 👉 https://subscribepage.io/PMmHTL I read every submission, and where it makes sense, I’ll either reply directly or bring it onto a future episode. If you’re getting value from the podcast, a follow on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser helps other brokers and admin teams find the show.

    9 min

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A shortform Podcast providing info, tips & updates for Mortgage Broker Admin staff & solo Brokers and the occasional chat with industry guests. Hosted by Rob Cummings of MBES Australia