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SW Brokerage Mortgage Brokers Gold Coast

SW Brokerage Mortgage Brokers Gold Coast

4.9(46 reviews)See reviews ↓·Gold Coast

About the company

SW Brokerage Mortgage Brokers Gold Coast operates as a mortgage brokerage on the Gold Coast and was recognised among Australia's Top 250 Mortgage Brokers for 2026. The firm works with over 60 lenders and has secured over $1B across Australia. Barry Wilkinson is the Managing Director and Senior Finance Specialist with over 20 years of experience in the finance sector. Mick Butler is a Partner and Senior Finance Specialist with more than 30 years of experience in banking and financial services.

Shaun Canham is a Senior Finance Specialist with over 15 years of industry experience, specialising in home and investment lending. Kristian Rees is a Partner and Senior Finance Specialist who has worked as a Finance Specialist for the past 3 years. Nathan Sinclair is a Settlement Specialist with a background in banking and mortgage support. Mitch Harwood is a Senior Finance Specialist who spent a decade working as a lawyer in litigation, regulation, and compliance.

Charles Mpala is a Finance Specialist with over 12 years of banking experience and qualifications in Finance & Banking and Economics. Sloan Wilkins is a Financial Coach with over 30 years of experience in banking and financial planning. Tony Ambrose is a Business Development Manager with 45 years of industry experience, including 22 years as an owner-manager. Christon Regie Diaz is a Broker Support Assistant with over a year of broker support experience.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Mortgage broking services covering home loans, refinancing and pre-approval sit at the centre of what clients commend about this Gold Coast firm. An observation shared by more than one reviewer is the clarity with which Kristian Rees translates complex lending into plain terms, helping first home buyers and those refinancing move through the process with confidence. Paula and Leah are regularly named for keeping borrowers updated and going beyond expectations, at times following up outside ordinary hours to keep settlements on track. Charles draws consistent praise for professionalism, knowledge and responsiveness across pre-approval and settlement, while Nathan is acknowledged for his help when settlement arrives.

Communication before, during and after each transaction emerges as a recurring strength, with clients describing paperwork as clear and processes that run smoothly from application to approval. Patience with buyers who began with little understanding of lending is mentioned again and again, as is advice shaped to individual circumstances rather than a template. Efficiency, friendliness and approachability are noted alongside technical know-how, and the sense of humour of certain staff members is credited with easing tension. Those returning for repeat purchases or refinances describe a consistent standard of service.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Ellen Schier7 August 2026

Highly recommend. Kristian Rees was very knowledgeable and easy to work with. He made the whole refinancing process quick and easy and explained things clearly. No complaints at all. Nathan also very helpful in the settlement time. Thanks!

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Kelly McGowan30 June 2026

Charles was great and guided us every step of the way. He went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable with the structure, and made some tweaks to help us get better leverage out of our loan. Would highly recommend him!

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Hayley14 May 2026

I’ve dealt with the SW team for over a decade and I always come back for any loans and refinancing needs, I wouldn’t go anywhere else. Most recently I dealt with Charles who was so knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. The whole team are very efficient and would highly recommend!

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Jono Bodill14 May 2026

Charles was absolutely brilliant from day one — nothing was ever too much to ask. We had previously tried with another mortgage broker and were simply told “no.” Charles approached things completely differently. He said, “Yes, I’m sure I can help, we’ll figure it out,” and that’s exactly what we did. Thank you for all your help throughout the process. We really appreciate your support, your can-do attitude, and your kind approach. We’re incredibly grateful for everything you did to help us secure our new home.

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Justyn McKay13 April 2026

Kristian at SW Brokerage was absolutely outstanding to work with. He refinanced both of my properties and successfully released equity, allowing me to purchase an investment property overseas in Spain. What really stood out was his ability to get it all done within a very tight timeframe, without cutting corners or compromising on communication. He was proactive, solution-focused, and kept me informed every step of the way. If you’re looking for a mortgage broker who can think outside the box and deliver results when others can’t, I couldn’t recommend Kristian highly enough.

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Sarah Ambrose5 March 2026

We had a fantastic experience with SW Brokerage while purchasing our new property. Charles was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. He was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer our questions throughout the process. Charles made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and straightforward. His communication was excellent, and we always felt confident that we were in good hands. We really appreciated the time and effort he put into helping us secure our new home. Highly recommend SW Brokerage, and especially Charles, to anyone looking for a reliable and supportive broker. Thank you again for all your help!

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Calvin Maree21 February 2026

Charles was fantastic throughout the entire pre-approval process, making the paperwork clear, smooth, and stress-free. His guidance and responsiveness gave us real confidence every step of the way. We’re now incredibly excited and ready to find our very first home.

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Contact
+61733711603swbrokerage.com.au1 Ern Harley Dr, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
Working hours
Monday08:30–17:00
Tuesday08:30–17:00
Wednesday08:30–17:00
Thursday08:30–17:00
Friday08:30–17:00
Saturday09:00–12:00
SundayClosed