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Specialist Mortgage

Updated 2026-08-30 · 4,552 reviewed · 434 listed · Scored from 24 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(24) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
First Home Buyer LoansMortgage BrokerRefinancingInvestment Property FinanceConstruction & Building Loans
Specialist Mortgage
Location
Scarborough
Services
First Home Buyer Loans, Mortgage Broker, Refinancing
Reviews
24
Ranking
#125 in First Home Buyer Loans
Best for
overseas buyers, expats, self-employed borrowers, investment property purchasers needing complex loan navigation.

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

What do recent reviews say?

Specialist Mortgage earns consistent five-star reviews from first-time buyers, investors, and expats across multiple continents. Customers credit Carolyn, Michelle, Bridget, and Gino for navigating tricky circumstances, securing competitive rates, and staying available outside office hours.

The team handles overseas clients in Dubai, London, India, and the UK with speed and clarity. Reviewers note they explain options thoroughly, tailor solutions to individual needs, and stay engaged long after settlement. No complaints surface across the 24 reviews.

Praised for
  • responsive team availability
  • handles complex expat/overseas situations
  • patient and supportive guidance
  • transparent communication
  • finds competitive rates
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Best for: overseas buyers, expats, self-employed borrowers, investment property purchasers needing complex loan navigation.

What are they good at?

  • handles expat and overseas buyer applications
  • competitive rate comparison across multiple lenders
  • fast pre-approval turnaround
  • after-hours availability and follow-up

Worth knowing

  • Carolyn, Michelle, Bridget, Gino, Rozita, and Fanny named as key team members
  • pre-approvals noted as fast turnaround
  • refinance and new loans processed concurrently while customer abroad
  • calls answered after hours for settlement support
  • multiple lenders compared and discarded based on client priorities
  • ASIC licensed since 1995 (their claim)

What reviews say by service

First Home Buyer Loans
first-time buyers report clear guidance, proactive rate movement handling, and pre-approval in record time.
Refinancing
refinance processed efficiently even while customer living abroad, with fast paperwork turnaround.
Investment Property Finance
investment clients supported over 10+ years, handled across multiple states and countries; transparent communication on complex options.
Mortgage Broker
broker service praised for matching clients to best lenders and explaining tailored solutions thoroughly.

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 56% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 97
Review volume 61
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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FAQ

Do you help customers applying from overseas?
Yes. Reviewers based in Dubai, London, India, and the UK report fast, clear communication and successful loan approvals despite time zone challenges.
Can you refinance quickly while I'm abroad?
One customer refinanced and took a new loan weeks apart while residing in India; the team handled both with speed and efficiency.
Do you compare rates across different lenders?
Yes. Reviewers note the team considers multiple lenders against client priorities (fixed rates, extra repayments, etc.) and discards unsuitable options.

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Last updated 2026-08-30