Our Services

Whether you're buying a home, growing a business, refinancing your current home loan, investing or simply looking for alternative finance solutions — Our network of experienced local mortgage brokers have you covered.

Home Loans – Simple, Personalised Lending

What is a home loan?

A home loan helps you purchase a property, whether you’re a first home buyer, upgrading, or buying your next home.

Why use a broker?

  • Access to multiple lenders (not just one bank)
  • Tailored loan options to suit your goals
  • Support from application to settlement

Common questions:

  • How much can I borrow?
  • What deposit do I need?
  • Fixed vs variable rates?

How we help:

We compare options, explain everything clearly, and manage the process for you — start to finish.

Home Loans – FAQs

This depends on your income, expenses, debts, and deposit. A broker can assess your borrowing capacity across multiple lenders.

Typically 5–20%. Some lenders allow lower deposits with LMI (Lenders Mortgage Insurance). Our brokers can help you understand any available government schemes, stamp duty costs and first home owner grants. 

  • Fixed: locked rate, predictable repayments
  • Variable: can change, more flexibility

Yes — it helps you understand your budget and strengthens your offer.

Investment Loans – Build Wealth Through Property

What is an investment loan?

A loan used to purchase property for rental income or long-term capital growth.

Key benefits:

  • Potential tax advantages
  • Rental income to support repayments
  • Long-term wealth creation

Things to consider:

  • Interest-only vs principal & interest
  • Rental yield vs growth
  • Loan structure for tax efficiency

How we help:

We structure your loan correctly from day one to support your investment strategy.

Investment Loans – FAQs

Investment loans are for rental properties and often have different rates and lending criteria.

Yes — many borrowers use equity in their home as a deposit.

You only pay interest for a set period, which can improve cash flow (but doesn’t reduce the loan balance).

Generally yes, due to higher perceived risk by lenders.

Commercial Loans – Finance for Business Growth

What is a commercial loan?

Funding used to purchase or refinance business property or assets. 

Use cases:

  • Offices, warehouses, retail spaces
  • Property development
  • Expanding your business footprint

Key considerations:

  • Loan structure and terms
  • Cash flow and servicing
  • Lender policies (very different to residential)

How we help:

Our commercial brokers navigate complex lending policies and match you with the right commercial lender. 

Commercial Loans – FAQs

Purchasing or refinancing business property, development projects, or business expansion. 

Typically 25-35%, depending on the lender and property type. 

They can be more complex, with stricter lending criteria than residential loans. 

Shorter terms, different repayment structures, and higher rates in some cases. 

Refinance – Make Your Home Loan Work Smarter

What is an refinancing?

Replacing your current home loan with a better one — often with a new lender.

Why refinance:

  • Lower your interest rate
  • Reduce repayments
  • Access equity for renovations or investing
  • Consolidate debt

Signs it's time:

  • Your rate isn’t competitive
  • Your financial situation has changed
  • You haven’t reviewed your loan in 12+ months

How we help:

Our mortgage brokers review your current loan and show you better options (if they exist). 

Refinance – FAQs

It depends on your loan size and new rate – even small rate reducations can save thousands over time. 

There can be fees (discharge fees, application fees), but often the savings outweigh the costs. 

At least every 12-24 months. 

Yes – many people refinance to fund renovations or for investment purposes.

Asset & Vehicle Finance - Fund what moves you

What is asset finance?

Finance for vehicles, equipment, or business assets.

What can you finance:

  • Cars, utes, trucks, boats, bikes and more
  • Equipment & machinery
  • Business Vehicles

Benefits:

  • Preserve cash flow
  • Flexible structures (chattel mortgage, lease, etc)
  • Fast approvals

How we help:

Our asset finance brokers compare lenders and structures to get you the best outcome – quickly. 

Asset & Vehicle finance – FAQs

Asset finance covers a broader range — vehicles, equipment, and machinery.

Yes — many structures are designed for business use.

A common business loan where you own the asset while the lender holds security.

Usually 1–7 years, depending on the asset and lender.

Personal Loans - Flexible Funding for Life

What is a personal loan?

A loan for personal expenses like travel, renovations, or unexpected costs. 

Common uses:

  • Debt consolidation
  • Medical Expenses
  • Home Improvements
  • Major Purchases

Options available:

  • Secured vs unsecured
  • Fixed repayments
  • Short or longer-term (1-7 years)

How we help:

Our finance brokers find competitive market rates and ensure the loan fits your budget. 

Personal loan – FAQs

Almost anything – travel, renovations, medical expenses, or consolidating debt. 

  • Secured: backed by an asset, usually lower rates
  • Unsecured: no asset required, higher rates 

Some lenders offer approvals within 24-48 hours. 

Yes, though some lenders may charge early repayment fees. 

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Whether you’re looking for finance options or want to join our broker network, we’d love to hear from you.

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info@mylocalbroker.com.au
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1300 234 863
Head Office
Richmond, VIC Australia
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