Business Details
Your Trusted Mortgage Broker in Bendigo
The Broker Team has been assisting home buyers in Bendigo and the Macedon Ranges for over 17 years. Founded by Matt Roulston and Trev Shand, the business has evolved into a thriving enterprise with a dedicated team of mortgage broking specialists and administrative professionals. Our focus is on providing personalized service tailored to each client's financial journey, ensuring access to competitive loan options from a wide panel of major banks and lenders. Recognized for excellence through industry awards, including MFAA Finalist and Australian Broking Awards Finalist status, we prioritize transparency, expertise, and client satisfaction.Our offices in Bendigo and Kyneton serve a broad geographic area, including Echuca, Castlemaine, and Sunbury. With a commitment to simplifying the loan process, we offer pre-assessment services, debt consolidation solutions, and educational resources for first-home buyers. Our team's deep local knowledge and dedication to ethical practices have fostered long-term client relationships and repeat business.
Services
Home Loans
Car Loans
Refinancing
Property Investment
First Home Buyers
Debt Consolidation
Construction Loans
Guarantor Loans
Equipment Finance
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized service tailored to your financial needs
- We have access to multiple lenders, saving you time shopping around
- Our team provides pre-assessment services for loan approval clarity
- We specialize in first-home buyer education and support
- Our brokers have 17+ years of local market expertise
Associations and certifications
- MFAA Excellence Awards
- Australian Broking Awards
What people say
Best in the business
Fantastic to deal with
Professional and reliable
Great rates
Stress-free process
Services
Home Loans
We specialize in sourcing the right financial solution for purchasing established properties or new builds. Our extensive experience ensures you understand costs, borrowing capacity, and deposit requirements. We guide clients through the entire process, from initial consultation to securing the loan, making the journey hassle-free and tailored to individual needs.
Car Loans
Our secured car loan options provide competitive rates for new or used vehicles up to 10 years old. We help clients compare finance options while negotiating the best car deals. With instant online quotes and lender matching, we ensure transparent processes that avoid dealer pressure tactics.
Refinancing
We review existing home loans to identify opportunities for lower repayments, equity access, or debt consolidation. Our free loan health checks assess whether better deals exist in the market. This service helps clients save money while optimizing their financial position.
Property Investment
We assist clients in building property portfolios through equity tapping and strategic loan structuring. Our services include cash-flow planning and investment loan advice tailored to individual wealth-building goals. As property investors ourselves, we provide practical, experience-based guidance.
First Home Buyers
We provide comprehensive education and finance packages for first-time buyers. Our services cover purchase processes, financial requirements, and available government incentives. We simplify complex loan structures while managing expectations through transparent, step-by-step guidance.
People
Matt Roulston
Co-Founder
Co-founder with over 17 years of mortgage broking experience. Passionate about helping clients achieve property ownership goals through tailored financial solutions and expert guidance throughout the loan process.
Trev Shand
Co-Founder
Established industry expert with extensive knowledge of regional property markets. Specializes in connecting clients with suitable lenders while maintaining a strong focus on ethical brokering practices and client education.
Brenden Sparke
Mortgage Broker
Experienced broker with a reputation for exceeding client expectations. Known for transparent dealings and exceptional support through complex loan processes, consistently delivering optimal financial outcomes for long-term clients.
Brad Walkington
Mortgage Broker
Specialist in construction and land loans with a track record of simplifying complex financing processes. Recognized for professional service delivery and competitive rate negotiations that benefit first-time buyers.
Megan Elliott
Administration Team
Key support professional ensuring smooth loan processing and client communication. Provides essential administrative backing to brokers while maintaining high standards of service efficiency and documentation accuracy.
Questions
How do you differ from bank-employed mortgage advisors?
We work independently for clients rather than banks, offering unbiased advice across multiple lenders to find the best financial solution for your specific situation.
What loan types do you specialize in?
We specialize in home loans, car financing, investment property loans, first-home buyer packages, and refinancing solutions tailored to Central Victorian property markets.
Can you help with government first-home buyer incentives?
Yes, we provide detailed guidance on available government incentives and help structure finance packages that maximize benefits from first-home buyer programs.
Do you service regional areas beyond Bendigo?
We service Bendigo, Echuca, Castlemaine, Kyneton, Woodend, Macedon, Gisborne, Sunbury, and surrounding regions with both in-person and remote consultation options.
How do you ensure competitive loan rates?
By maintaining relationships with a wide panel of major lenders and understanding market trends, we negotiate competitive rates while considering long-term financial implications for clients.
What support exists for complex loan situations?
Our team has experience with complex cases including construction loans, guarantor arrangements, and debt consolidation, providing tailored solutions for unique financial circumstances.
Reviews (7)
Natalie Ek
Mar 29, 2021
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We worked with Brad from the Broker team Kyneton. We just took a punt on going with them and it really paid off. Very professional, good communication and worked hard for us. Highly recommended.
Lani Gerdsen
Dec 17, 2018
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The broker team are so helpful. We visited these guys to apply for finance for a new house and land and we left with big smiles on our faces. They couldn't have made it any easier or stress free. They were so positive and and helpful and made everything possible. They pretty much take care of everything for you and their communication was excellent. I highly recommend them.
Rachel Levett
Mar 31, 2018
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Brenton is excellent to work with, making sure that we understood everything at every step of the way. I would highly recommend the team!
Sarah Stanaway
Feb 19, 2018
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The Broker Team are the best in the business. If you need to refinance or get into a new home then you should not go past the expertise of Trev Shand and The Broker Team. A friend recommended them to us and I am so glad we sought out their help and guidance. I’ll be recommending them to everyone now. Thanks Trev!!
Jo Fogarty Hughes
Aug 11, 2017
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Simple process.. excellent communication.. honest and real. Awesome to deal with even though we are in wodonga!
Justin McEwan
Apr 28, 2017
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Very efficient and highly helpful in organising my recent car loan! Thanks heaps to Brenton and the Broker Team.
Daniel De Gregorio
Jan 20, 2017
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Brenden and the rest of group at The Broker Team were a breath of fresh air when we needed help choosing the right mortgage. Brenden went well above and beyond the call of duty to get the best deal for us. I have already been recommending all of my family and friends to Brenden for their lending needs as I am confident that he'll look after them.
