
Working with home buyers, investors and self-employed borrowers purchasing across Sydney, the Central Coast, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Far North Queensland.
Start online or book a discussion with a broker — whichever suits you.
No obligation · No credit checks · Experienced brokers
Referred to us directly? You’re welcome to contact your broker on their direct number below.
When lending situations aren’t straightforward, experience matters.
Client story: Complex lending in practice
“I thought I could do it myself. I quickly realised I couldn’t — and working with experienced brokers changed everything.”
- Steve Hare, Global Finance Professional & long-term client
Interest rates are one component of lending decisions. Assessment outcomes also depend on lending policy, borrower structure and how supporting information is presented to lenders.
Lending outcomes vary based on lending policy, borrower circumstances and how supporting information is assessed and presented to lenders.
Our brokers bring deep experience in how lending policy is applied in practice across a wide range of borrower scenarios, including experience within bank head office and credit environments.
Applications are managed by your broker, with the support of a highly experienced team when complex scenarios require additional insight.
Working with our team means:
• Access to panel and non-panel lenders
• Understanding how different lenders assess the same information
• Preparing applications to suit your circumstances
• Managing changing conditions and lender requirements

Many clients come to our team through accountants, buyers’ agents, legal professionals and past clients when lending situations require careful preparation or interpretation.
Complex lending outcomes are rarely determined by income alone. Structure, documentation, timing and presentation often influence how applications are assessed.
For this reason, applications are managed by experienced brokers rather than processed through high-volume systems — allowing lending strategy and supporting information to be aligned before submission.
Lenders make decisions based on how information is presented — not just what it contains.
We use a structured intake process to gather information once. Required authorities and permissions are completed separately, in line with compliance requirements.
Before anything is submitted, we review and prepare the application so it is presented clearly and consistently for lender assessment.
This avoids duplicated forms, fragmented paperwork and repeated explanations — helping applications progress more smoothly while protecting lender relationships.
The result: clearer decisions and a smoother lending process.
New enquiries should book a discussion. Phone numbers below are for existing clients or referred introductions only.

Phil Riches
CEO & Lead Mortgage Broker
Specialising in complex and self-employed lending.
Existing clients or referred introductions may call Phil directly on 0418 204 304.

Julianne Zammit
Senior Mortgage Broker
Known for precision with first home buyers and complex lending scenarios.
Existing clients or referred introductions may call Julianne directly on 0431 922 899.

Jason Wilkinson
Senior Mortgage Broker
Methodical, calm, and known for getting the details right.
Existing clients or referred introductions may call Jason directly on 0413 434 693.

Ian Hughes
Senior Mortgage Broker
Technical lending expert trusted by first-time buyers and professionals.
Existing clients or referred introductions may call Ian directly on 0403 522 961.
Clients work with us across a wide range of lending scenarios — from first home purchases to complex multi-property structures.
Our clients purchase property across Australia’s major coastal markets, with brokers working remotely and in-market where required.
Start online or book a discussion with one of our brokers — whichever suits you
No obligation · No credit checks · Experienced brokers
Referred to us directly? You’re welcome to contact your broker on their direct number listed above.
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