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Meet our award-winning team | Mortgage Choice in Melbourne

Our award-winning team at Mortgage Choice Melbourne & Brighton is passionate about our clients - and it shows! We work to ensure our clients have the information they need to make a great choice about their loan and make sure they have a great deal. Read more about us below and when you're ready to kickstart your home loan journey, get in touch! 

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Stephen has been a Mortgage Broker for nearly 25 years, and his passion for the industry has only grown over time. As a two-time author, including the Amazon #1 bestseller Your Investment Property Plan as well as Property Rich, Stephen is dedicated to making home loan information accessible for everyday buyers. His expertise is regularly featured in various industry publications, TV programs, and podcasts.

In addition to his mortgage broking career, Stephen is the founder of the Australia Property Club, an online network specializing in helping people invest in property effectively. He's a self-confessed numbers guy, and loves supporting his clients with timely, market-leading advice so they can put their energy into finding a property they love.

"Since joining Mortgage Choice in 2000, I’ve enjoyed helping thousands of everyday Australians achieve their property ownership dreams. For me, there’s nothing more satisfying than seeing the joy on a client’s face, when they progress forward with their property purchase and realise that their home ownership dreams can actually become a reality."

Joanna Cardona

Joanna Cardona

Client Services Manager

With a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and over 15 years at CBA, Joanna has an extensive background in banking and finance. She worked her way up through management roles in Business and Corporate Banking and spent two years in Group Credit, handling high-value files over $1 million. For the last 16 years, Joanna has been part of the Mortgage Choice team, where she’s been guiding clients through the home loan process and building lasting, long-term relationships with clients: watching them go from first home buyers to property investors.

"I really enjoy helping first-time buyers who are just excited to get a house but have no clue what a home loan is or how it works. It's also rewarding to watch them go from first home buyers to successful property investors and grow in confidence along the way. I just love how easy the process is for our clients - we do the hard work, and the clients just need to supply the documents. It's a lot less stressful than going it alone!"

Sharon Rae

Sharon Rae

Client Services Manager

Sharon has been in Mortgage Broking since 2001, bringing years of experience and know-how to the table. She’s worked with everyone from first-time home buyers to seasoned investors with complex portfolios. With a knack for structuring loans and navigating the approval process, Sharon is all about finding the right solutions - even when things get tricky. Whether it's helping someone secure their first home or watching an investor grow their property portfolio, she’s passionate about making the journey as smooth as possible.

"I love being able to help clients out of tough situations and watching investors grow their portfolios. The benefit of using a mortgage broker is the access we have to multiple lenders and our knowledge of their policies. This often allows us to secure loans for clients that may have faced rejections elsewhere."

Vince Camuglia

Vince Camuglia

Finance & Business Development Manager

With over 25 years in banking and finance, Vince has worn many hats - from Lending Manager to Assistant Manager in branches, and later as a Finance Broker running his own business. These days, he’s focused on helping Stephen with sales development and credit analysis, drawing on his extensive experience to guide clients toward the right financial choices. Vince likes to keep things simple, especially when it comes to helping first-time home buyers navigate the home loan process from start to finish and keeping things stress-free and seamless.

"I love sharing my industry knowledge with clients, empowering them to make informed decisions. It's especially rewarding to guide first home buyers through what can seem like a daunting process. Using a broker is like having a one-stop shop - we save time, money, and always have the client’s best interests at heart, finding them the most competitive deal which is tailored for their needs at any given time."

Ivy Ranada

Administration Assistant

Ivy started working in finance fresh out of uni, after working in customer service at a local bank branch. After ten years in banking and finance, Ivy transitioned into the mortgage broking industry, which she says, was one of the best moves she ever made. Now, with four years of experience in loan admin and processing, Ivy is well-versed in the complexities of loan applications, and how to ensure a smooth process for our clients from start to finish.

"I love knowing that I’ve played a part in helping our clients achieve their dream outcomes when it comes to their next property or home. And of course, being able to take on the challenges that can come up sometimes on the home loan journey is so rewarding. It leaves our clients the time and energy to focus on finding their next property. I love that our service don't just stop at settlement. We continue to offer support and reviews, making sure our clients always have the right loan for them."

Chard Serapio

Administration Assistant

Since stepping into the property finance world in 2019, Chard has been dedicated to helping clients find the best deals tailored to their needs. Chard takes pride in overseeing every step - from pre-application right through to post-settlement. Whether you're buying your first home or expanding your property portfolio, Chard's goal is to ensure you feel confident and well-informed throughout the entire process.

"For me, it's really fulfilling to help clients get the best deal available and guide them through the process with ease. Using a mortgage broker means you're making informed decisions about your property finances, and it's convenient too. We handle everything for you - and the best part is, you get all this expert help without paying any upfront fees."

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