Money Talks
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Your income says yes, your bank says no. Here’s the fix.
Your income says yes. Your bank says no. That gap is exactly where a good broker earns their keep.
Josh recently worked with a surgeon who felt hamstrung by the private bank that had looked after them for years. After reviewing their structure, working out where the bank’s policy was holding them back, and using income projections, we helped them access up to around $8 million more in borrowing power, all with big, reputable lenders.
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The lending mistake separated couples often make.
When a relationship ends, one partner has often not been across the finances, and both can assume that whoever earns the income “on paper” decides what happens next. That is not how it works.
The first thing we do is sit down and explain your options in plain language. From there we look at how to help you budget, understand what you can genuinely afford, and either move into a new place or restructure your existing loan so you can keep the home.
All, In Conversation With
The home loan rule most professionals don’t know.
Self-employed and been declined for a home loan? It might not be your numbers. It might be how they were read.
To save on tax, a lot of business owners set up complex structures. That is smart accounting, but it makes your income harder to read on paper, and it shifts year to year as your industry and the market move.
All, In Conversation With
Self Employed Financing
A lot of lenders will now let you borrow up to 95% of a property’s value on an owner-occupied loan, and up to 90% on an investment loan. The catch is knowing which lenders, and how to present your situation.
Mel Smith shares here how we recently helped a client who had just moved to a company structure on his accountant’s advice. The big four banks told him he would have to wait two years for company financials before they would lend. Instead, we negotiated with a lender’s specialist credit team, used projections, and got him into the market sooner.
All, In Conversation With
Investing in 2026
The way people buy property is changing, and the old playbook doesn’t work the way it used to.
In this session, Tom Aitkenhead from Hoffman Kelly talks through why there is no one-size-fits-all approach anymore. From rethinking what you do with a main residence you have already paid off, to weighing up new versus existing properties, the strategy that gets you ahead today looks different to the one that worked a few years ago.
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First-home buyers vs investors
The market is shifting.
Here, Tom Aitkenhead from Hoffman Kelly shares that the government wants more first-home buyers into properties, and the flow-on effects are already changing the game. Less investor competition, tighter tax benefits on existing residential property, and a bit of short-term uncertainty while the market catches up. Our take? It always comes back to supply and demand, and the buyers who understand the changes early are the ones who move with confidence.
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How Pre-Approval Could Save You $80,000 on Your Next Property Purchase
Going unconditional on a property could save you anywhere between $20,000 and $80,000 compared to a buyer with a finance clause. In a market where the $700k to $1.5M range is as competitive as it gets, that difference is significant.
In this video, Josh Corley sits down with Cohen Handler Managing Director & buyer’s agent Jordan Navybox to talk about the real power of pre-approval, and why getting your finances in order before you start searching is one of the most important decisions you can make as a buyer.
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Why I Left Banking to Build Something Better
“Clients had the same accountant for ten years. The same lawyer for ten years. But their finance person changed constantly. That didn’t make sense to me.”
Director, Rowan Sedgwick, shares why he left commercial banking to build a different kind of brokerage – one focused on long-term relationships, not short-term transactions.
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From the Ground Up: Guy Stafford on Commercial Real Estate in Brisbane
In this conversation, Hunter from The Brokerage sits down with Guy Stafford, Associate Director at McGees Property in Brisbane.
With over 14 years in Queensland’s commercial real estate market, Guy has built a reputation across retail, office, and industrial, working with notable clients including the Queensland Children’s Hospital and Brisbane Arcade.
In this interview, Guy talks about how he got his start, what the McGees full-service model looks like on the ground, and the deal that has stayed with him above all others.
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Buying a property? Don’t forget the hidden costs
There’s more to buying a property than just saving a deposit and securing a loan.
In this video, Josh Corley, Managing Partner at The Brokerage, walks you through the five key costs that often catch buyers off guard – and how to plan for them before you commit.
All, Money Talks Series
Importance of a Broker
Learn about the different types of commercial loan structures and how to choose the right one for your business needs.
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Abby & Victoria Getting Vicalates off the Ground
Introducing Victoria of @vicalates — a boutique reformer pilates studio in the heart of Brisbane.
Victoria shares how the business came to life, from the initial idea through to opening the doors.
This marks the first of our Founder conversations, where we speak with business owners to better understand the commercial realities behind setting up and running a successful business.
All, Money Talks Series
Advice for Business Owners
Accountant Michael Kerwin shares why good advice is never one-size-fits-all. Different industries come with different considerations, so the approach needs to suit the client and what they’re trying to achieve.
At The Brokerage, our role is to structure finance in a way that reflects that. We take a tailored approach and work with the right professionals as needed to support our clients.
All, Money Talks Series
Desh & Caitlin- Advice from an Investor
Desh shares his top insights as an investor – and why having the right broker in your corner matters more than most people realise.
All, Money Talks Series
Rowan What Do You Love Most About The Brokerage
Learn about the different types of commercial loan structures and how to choose the right one for your business needs.
All, Money Talks Series
Importance of a Broker
Learn about the different types of commercial loan structures and how to choose the right one for your business needs.
All, Money Talks Series
Desh & Caitlin Working With The Brokerage
Desh’s journey shows the power of informed decisions, smart structuring, and the right advisors in your corner.
Being part of that journey – offering clarity, support and a strategy he can rely on – is exactly why we do what we do.
All, Money Talks Series
Rowan What Value Do Brokers Add?
Rowan explains how we simplify the process, understand the client, and connect you with the right people – because better knowledge leads to better decisions.
All, Money Talks Series
Josh Recruitment
Building a strong team starts with the right people.
It’s how we make complex lending simpler for our clients.
All, Money Talks Series
Rowan Strategic Investment Strategy
Welcome to Money Talks (so do we). A new series built around conversations worth having – honest, helpful chats that cut through the noise.
Expect conversations with experts, founders, clients and our own team, each sharing real insight from their side of the industry.
To start, Rowan breaks down strategic investment and what smart decision-making looks like in today’s market.
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How Pre-Approval Could Save You $80,000 on Your Next Property Purchase
Going unconditional on a property could save you anywhere between $20,000 and $80,000 compared to a buyer with a finance clause. In a market where the $700k to $1.5M range is as competitive as it gets, that difference is significant.
In this video, Josh Corley sits down with Cohen Handler Managing Director & buyer’s agent Jordan Navybox to talk about the real power of pre-approval, and why getting your finances in order before you start searching is one of the most important decisions you can make as a buyer.
All, Money Talks Series
Why I Left Banking to Build Something Better
“Clients had the same accountant for ten years. The same lawyer for ten years. But their finance person changed constantly. That didn’t make sense to me.”
Director, Rowan Sedgwick, shares why he left commercial banking to build a different kind of brokerage – one focused on long-term relationships, not short-term transactions.
All, Money Talks Series
From the Ground Up: Guy Stafford on Commercial Real Estate in Brisbane
In this conversation, Hunter from The Brokerage sits down with Guy Stafford, Associate Director at McGees Property in Brisbane.
With over 14 years in Queensland’s commercial real estate market, Guy has built a reputation across retail, office, and industrial, working with notable clients including the Queensland Children’s Hospital and Brisbane Arcade.
In this interview, Guy talks about how he got his start, what the McGees full-service model looks like on the ground, and the deal that has stayed with him above all others.
All, Money Talks Series
Buying a property? Don’t forget the hidden costs
There’s more to buying a property than just saving a deposit and securing a loan.
In this video, Josh Corley, Managing Partner at The Brokerage, walks you through the five key costs that often catch buyers off guard – and how to plan for them before you commit.
All, Money Talks Series
Importance of a Broker
Learn about the different types of commercial loan structures and how to choose the right one for your business needs.
All, Money Talks Series
Abby & Victoria Getting Vicalates off the Ground
Introducing Victoria of @vicalates — a boutique reformer pilates studio in the heart of Brisbane.
Victoria shares how the business came to life, from the initial idea through to opening the doors.
This marks the first of our Founder conversations, where we speak with business owners to better understand the commercial realities behind setting up and running a successful business.
All, Money Talks Series
Advice for Business Owners
Accountant Michael Kerwin shares why good advice is never one-size-fits-all. Different industries come with different considerations, so the approach needs to suit the client and what they’re trying to achieve.
At The Brokerage, our role is to structure finance in a way that reflects that. We take a tailored approach and work with the right professionals as needed to support our clients.
All, Money Talks Series
Desh & Caitlin- Advice from an Investor
Desh shares his top insights as an investor – and why having the right broker in your corner matters more than most people realise.
All, Money Talks Series
Rowan What Do You Love Most About The Brokerage
Learn about the different types of commercial loan structures and how to choose the right one for your business needs.
All, Money Talks Series
Importance of a Broker
Learn about the different types of commercial loan structures and how to choose the right one for your business needs.
All, Money Talks Series
Desh & Caitlin Working With The Brokerage
Desh’s journey shows the power of informed decisions, smart structuring, and the right advisors in your corner.
Being part of that journey – offering clarity, support and a strategy he can rely on – is exactly why we do what we do.
All, Money Talks Series
Rowan What Value Do Brokers Add?
Rowan explains how we simplify the process, understand the client, and connect you with the right people – because better knowledge leads to better decisions.
All, Money Talks Series
Josh Recruitment
Building a strong team starts with the right people.
It’s how we make complex lending simpler for our clients.
All, Money Talks Series
Rowan Strategic Investment Strategy
Welcome to Money Talks (so do we). A new series built around conversations worth having – honest, helpful chats that cut through the noise.
Expect conversations with experts, founders, clients and our own team, each sharing real insight from their side of the industry.
To start, Rowan breaks down strategic investment and what smart decision-making looks like in today’s market.
In Conversation With
All, In Conversation With
Your income says yes, your bank says no. Here’s the fix.
Your income says yes. Your bank says no. That gap is exactly where a good broker earns their keep.
Josh recently worked with a surgeon who felt hamstrung by the private bank that had looked after them for years. After reviewing their structure, working out where the bank’s policy was holding them back, and using income projections, we helped them access up to around $8 million more in borrowing power, all with big, reputable lenders.
All, In Conversation With
The lending mistake separated couples often make.
When a relationship ends, one partner has often not been across the finances, and both can assume that whoever earns the income “on paper” decides what happens next. That is not how it works.
The first thing we do is sit down and explain your options in plain language. From there we look at how to help you budget, understand what you can genuinely afford, and either move into a new place or restructure your existing loan so you can keep the home.
All, In Conversation With
The home loan rule most professionals don’t know.
Self-employed and been declined for a home loan? It might not be your numbers. It might be how they were read.
To save on tax, a lot of business owners set up complex structures. That is smart accounting, but it makes your income harder to read on paper, and it shifts year to year as your industry and the market move.
All, In Conversation With
Self Employed Financing
A lot of lenders will now let you borrow up to 95% of a property’s value on an owner-occupied loan, and up to 90% on an investment loan. The catch is knowing which lenders, and how to present your situation.
Mel Smith shares here how we recently helped a client who had just moved to a company structure on his accountant’s advice. The big four banks told him he would have to wait two years for company financials before they would lend. Instead, we negotiated with a lender’s specialist credit team, used projections, and got him into the market sooner.
All, In Conversation With
Investing in 2026
The way people buy property is changing, and the old playbook doesn’t work the way it used to.
In this session, Tom Aitkenhead from Hoffman Kelly talks through why there is no one-size-fits-all approach anymore. From rethinking what you do with a main residence you have already paid off, to weighing up new versus existing properties, the strategy that gets you ahead today looks different to the one that worked a few years ago.
All, In Conversation With
First-home buyers vs investors
The market is shifting.
Here, Tom Aitkenhead from Hoffman Kelly shares that the government wants more first-home buyers into properties, and the flow-on effects are already changing the game. Less investor competition, tighter tax benefits on existing residential property, and a bit of short-term uncertainty while the market catches up. Our take? It always comes back to supply and demand, and the buyers who understand the changes early are the ones who move with confidence.
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