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Avanta Finance

Updated 2026-08-30 · 4,552 reviewed · 434 listed · Scored from 5 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(5) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
First Home Buyer LoansInvestment Property FinanceRefinancingMortgage BrokerCommercial & Business FinanceConstruction & Building LoansSelf-Employed & Low-Doc Loans
Avanta Finance
Services
First Home Buyer Loans, Investment Property Finance, Refinancing
Reviews
5
Ranking
#245 in First Home Buyer Loans
Best for
First-time buyers facing bank delays, refinancers wanting proactive advice, self-employed borrowers.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-08-30). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-30.

What do recent reviews say?

Shane at Avanta Finance handles first home purchases, refinances, and complex lending scenarios with consistent follow-up and clear guidance. Five reviewers across five years praise his proactive approach, accessibility, and ability to cut through bank delays and present workable alternatives quickly.

Praised for
  • responsive and proactive communication
  • stress-free and smooth process
  • long-term trusted relationships
  • goes above and beyond
  • clear explanations of options
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Best for: First-time buyers facing bank delays, refinancers wanting proactive advice, self-employed borrowers.

What are they good at?

  • Long-term client retention
  • Fast turnaround on urgent purchases
  • Explains options clearly and thoroughly
  • Handles complex lending scenarios

Worth knowing

  • Shane has clients spanning 5+ years
  • Helped buyer bypass bank delays to meet settlement deadline
  • Provides preapproval finance alongside purchase and refinance
  • Handles SMSF, trust, and company lending

What reviews say by service

First Home Buyer Loans
First home buyers praise quick turnaround and clear options when banks stall
Refinancing
Refinance clients report efficient, well-supported process
Investment Property Finance
Investment lending handled as part of portfolio
Self-Employed & Low-Doc Loans
Offers self-employed loans but no specific review evidence

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.92 average across the 365 first home buyer loans businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 32% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 95
Review volume 34
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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FAQ

Can Shane help if my bank is delaying my home purchase?
Yes. One reviewer's bank delays put their purchase at risk; Shane presented alternative lender options, kept them updated, and the purchase went through.
How long has Shane been a mortgage broker?
At least 5 years; one client has used him for that duration. The business claims to operate since July 2025, but review evidence suggests longer tenure.
Does Avanta handle refinances?
Yes. Reviewers report refinance applications handled efficiently with clear communication throughout.
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Last updated 2026-08-30