Savvy women with a strong entrepreneurial streak are developing their own opportunities as the rise of female business ownership continues in Australia. In major cities, regional centres and rural areas, women are striking out for themselves – and they want to do it on their terms.

Innovation and passion drive franchising, and two young franchise businesses are loaded with both.

If you have never worked in finance before, you probably haven’t thought much about a career as a mortgage broker.

Aussie Home Loans in expansion mode

Mortgage Broking franchise, Aussie Home Loans, has experienced a 41 percent jump in leads in February thanks to its recent marketing campaign, which saw the return of founder John Symond as its spokesperson.

Franchise network Wizard Home Loans in Australia has been sold to Aussie Home Loans for an undisclosed amount by GE Money Australia and New Zealand. All existing loans will continue to be serviced by GE Money.