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Finance Broker Melbourne (FBM)

Finance Broker Melbourne (FBM)

5.0(66 reviews)See reviews ↓·Melbourne

About the company

Finance Broker Melbourne Pty Ltd was originally incorporated in 2011 and transitioned to independent mortgage and finance broking in 2019. Brendon Cowan is the Director and Responsible Manager under the Australian Credit Licence, with over 25 years of experience in home lending and business finance. John Boudoukos is the General Manager and Finance Broker, bringing over 30 years' experience in home lending and mortgage broking.

Michelle Martinez is the Credit Analyst. The team brings more than 55 years of combined lending experience. The company serves clients across Australia, with a home base in Melbourne, and has a strong client base among medical specialists, emergency services workers and business owners. The company compares loan options from over 20 lenders. Its main services include home loans, refinancing, investment loans, and business finance.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Finance Broker Melbourne (FBM) draws consistent praise from clients who describe dealings with Brendon Cowan and Michelle as knowledgeable, responsive and supportive. A point made in several accounts is the clarity of the advice: borrowers note that options were presented thoroughly and complex lending concepts explained in plain language, particularly for those navigating the process for the first time. Pre-approval and home loan applications for purchases across Ormond and the south-eastern suburbs are recurring subjects, and several buyers describe how the team handled queries around the clock and resolved issues promptly.

Reliability and punctuality feature strongly, with reviewers noting that calls and messages were answered quickly and that nothing was left to chance between the initial consultation and settlement. First home buyers repeatedly mention feeling guided rather than pressured, and refinancing and building loans also appear in accounts. The free initial discussion is singled out as valuable for people with less straightforward financial circumstances. Friendly, patient service and a seamless experience from application to settlement round out the feedback, with the same names coming up as the reason clients return and refer others.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Zane Youngman11 April 2026

Brendon Cowan and his team were awesome couldn’t be happier with their work to get me my first house, always kept me positive, kept me up to date and answered any of my concerns…Thank you mate 👍🏻

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T J16 February 2026

My wife and I worked with Brendon at Finance Broker Melbourne (FBM) to get pre-approval and financing for our first home in Seaford, and we had a great experience! As first home buyers, we weren’t sure exactly how everything worked, but Brendon made the whole process much easier to understand. He explained things clearly, talked us through our options, and was always happy to answer our questions at any time. He was easy to communicate with and kept us updated along the way. He helped us secure a loan that suited our situation and made sure everything stayed on track through to approval. It took a lot of stress out of what could have been a pretty overwhelming process. We’re really grateful for his help and would definitely recommend Brendon and Finance Broker Melbourne to anyone looking for a mortgage broker, especially if you’re buying your first home. Thanks again!

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Hollie Cassini3 February 2026

Brendon assisted me with the purchase of my first home in December 2025. What could ordinarily become a confusing and stressful process was made seamless thanks to Brendon’s expertise, availability and excellent customer service. Thanks to Brendon’s advocacy and assistance I have a wonderful home to call my own. I have and will continue to recommend Brendon. Thanks superstar!

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Sarah-Jane Dooley19 December 2025

I was EXTREMELY happy with the advise, professionalism & honesty whilst dealing with Brendon at FBM. Brendon managed to ease the stress and we were able to jump through the hoops one at a time. My husband & I are now living in the home we thought could possibly be out of reach. We are so pleased with the results. Thankyou Brendon for all your help, couldn't have done it without you.

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Tristan Short3 December 2025

My wife and I recently needed a new broker as our previous completely left us in the in the middle of a life changing situation, Brendon and Michelle were so fantastic and quick to have everything re-organised could not have asked for a more efficient and personal experience from them. 100/10 service!

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Milton Pena1 October 2025

I can't thank Brendon and Michelle enough for their exceptional service and expert advice. As a first-time homebuyer with little knowledge of the process, I needed a broker I could trust and rely on for such an important decision. From the very first day, Brendon was quick to respond and provided a clear, thorough explanation of my options, tailoring a home loan strategy that perfectly aligned with my personal situation. With Brendon and Michelle by your side, you can be confident you're heading in the right direction as you navigate the journey of becoming a homeowner—complete with a home loan plan that works for you. Now, I proudly tell my family and friends that I bought a house on my own, though it’s a slight exaggeration—this wouldn’t have been possible without Brendon and Michelle’s professional guidance and constant support throughout the process.

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Jeremy Rush11 September 2025

Brendon Helped me buy my first home, in July 2025. His professionalism throughout made the whole experience stress free for Me, he and his team would answer calls and messages at any time and was always willing to go the extra mile to assist. Brendon has a wealth of knowledge and left no stone unturned in helping me realise my goal, from when I started looking in early 2025, to purchase a few months later. He has a new shop opening on North Road which is connected to a great cafe called Velo Espresso, so would encourage anyone thinking of coming down to have a chat there over a coffee

Finance & commercial brokers in Melbourne compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 10 businesses in this category in Melbourne are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1Finance Broker Melbourne (FBM) (this page)★ 5,066No
2iFinance (VIC) Pty Ltd★ 5,027Yes
3Nero Financial★ 5,0179No
4Melbourne Finance Services★ 5,091Yes
5Absolut Financial - Mortgage Broker Melbourne (Request a call back 7 days a week)★ 5,0632Yes
Contact
+611300326352financebroker.com530 North Rd, Ormond VIC 3204
Working hours
Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–17:00
Friday09:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed