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Bonfire Finance

Updated 2026-08-30 · 4,552 reviewed · 434 listed · Scored from 12 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(12) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Bonfire Finance
Location
Subiaco
Services
First Home Buyer Loans, Refinancing, Car & Personal Loans
Reviews
12
Ranking
#171 in First Home Buyer Loans
Best for
first-home buyers and returning clients who value personal attention

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

What do recent reviews say?

Leon and Katrina build lasting relationships with clients by walking them through each step of the loan process in plain language, from first-home purchases to refinances and construction builds. Reviewers praise the team's reliability over years and their willingness to go the extra mile, including meeting clients at airports to sign paperwork on time.

Praised for
  • personal relationship and family-like treatment
  • Leon's professional expertise and clear communication
  • Katrina's prompt support and going above and beyond
  • stress-free and smooth process
  • reliable repeat customers over years
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Best for: first-home buyers and returning clients who value personal attention

What are they good at?

  • Leon's long track record and deep knowledge
  • Katrina's proactive administrative support
  • personal attention and family-like treatment
  • proven across multiple loan types

Worth knowing

  • Leon handles client advice and has 5+ years of repeat customers
  • Katrina manages administrative work and has met clients at airports to ensure paperwork deadlines
  • team has worked with clients across first-home purchase, construction builds, and refinances

What reviews say by service

First Home Buyer Loans
Leon and team guide first-home buyers through the process in simple terms, explaining all options available.
Refinancing
Multiple clients have returned to refinance after positive initial experience; process described as stress-free.
Construction & Building Loans
Team handles construction financing and clients report smooth, hassle-free process from start to finish.
Mortgage Broker
Leon's expertise and Katrina's follow-up praised for finding loans suited to each client's needs.

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 43% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 96
Review volume 48
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
12
4
0
3
0
2
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1
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FAQ

How long has Leon been working with clients?
At least 5 years; reviewers mention being clients for 5 years and some parents having worked with him for years before that.
Can Bonfire Finance help me if I'm building a new home?
Yes. Reviewers mention using the team for home builds and construction loans as part of their service.
Will someone help me understand the loan options?
Yes. Reviewers consistently note Leon explains options in simple terms and ensures they understand each step.

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Last updated 2026-08-30