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About the Founder

Mhairi MacLeod

Founder and Managing Director

Awarded as Australia's 2022 Broker of the Year for specialist lending - our Founder and Director, Mhairi’s passion for excellence underpins the success and growth of Astute Ability Finance Group.

Committed to achieving results, Mhairi is passionate about supporting her clients to achieve their business and personal goals by finding a financial solution that is right for them. Her highly developed communication skills are key to the success of her long-standing customer, lender, and supply chain associations.

Mhairi is an expert in all areas of finance, and utilises over two decades of industry experience to tailor loan options in line with her client’s unique financial circumstances. In addition to offering an Australia-wide service, Mhairi arranges every type of finance imaginable, and she is renowned for negotiating difficult deals with lenders and making the impossible happen. She has a strong customer focus, along with a solution and results driven approach and believes in the importance of building solid, trusting relationships with clients, the community and the finance industry.

Recognised and awarded as an industry leader, Mhairi advocates, commentates, and guest speaks to and on behalf of the finance industry. Additionally, she generously contributes her time, expertise, and knowledge towards the betterment of the finance sector via the numerous industry panels and boards she sits on. Her recent awards include:

SFGLeadership award 2024
SFG community award winner 2024
MFAA VicePresident2024/ 2025
2022-2023 MPA Elite Women List
MPA Top 100 Mortgage Global List
SFG Commercial Finance awards winner industry thought leader of the year 2024
Advisor Equipment Commercial Industry Thought leader 2024

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Our Recent Reviews

Mhairi & her team have always gone above and beyond to secure finance for our company as well as making it a seamless transaction. Could not recommend more highly.

Georgia

David Hancock has been fantastic to deal with as my mortgage broker. He got everything organised quickly and efficiently so I was in a strong position to buy within my price range. He was smart about the strategy too, making sure my first purchase set me up well to start a property portfolio without stretching myself too far financially. My first purchase with David was just seven months ago, and it’s gone so smoothly that I’m now about to buy my second property. Even my buyer’s agent from CH Secure commented on how impressive David’s work was, particularly his speed and accuracy throughout the process. I couldn’t recommend David enough — I’ve already passed his details on to a few mates.

James

I would like to thank David Hancock for his professional service in assisting me in obtaining my first investment property. He was always punctual, prompt and gave a great overview of each step of the way. Thanks again Dave ????

kevin George

Mhairi and her team as always come through with the goods efficiently and seamlessly. Thank you Mhairi for your service.

Simone OSullivan

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have Low Doc options for cars, homes and equipment?

Yes, speak to us today if you are self employed, ABN and GST registered. We have a solution for you if you're wanting to finance your car, equipment or home loan.

Are your Finance & Mortgage Brokers licensed and accredited?

All of our Finance & Mortgage Brokers are accredited, some across multiple industry memberships. These include, MFAA, CAFBA and FBAA. They are extremely professional and provide exceptional service across a range of lending options.

What kind of interest rates can you offer?

We take look at a wide range of products available from Banks, Credit Unions & other lenders across the country. This means we can search thousands of loan products and look for the best rates to suit our clients individual needs.

Why should I use a Finance & Mortgage Broker?

Finance & Mortgage Brokers are there to help you find the right loan whether it be from the major banks, smaller lenders or other sources. We have a broad range of products (more than any single lender can offer) which means we can do all the legwork to find the right loan for you.

Can you only help with Home Loans?

We can help with Home and Investment Loans, Construction Loans, Car Loans, Personal Loans and much more. If you're looking to borrow to buy something, we can probably help.

Can you help First Home Buyers?

We love helping First Home Buyers! We're experts at the entire process and can help you get the right Home Loan. We're also across the various schemes to help First Home Buyers such as the First Home Owners Grant and the various stamp duty exemptions available.

Can you help with refinancing an existing Mortgage?

Yes we can, we not only look for the best rates. We look for the best finance solutions that suit your needs!

Contact

Suite 11 / 40 Karalta Rd, Erina NSW 2250

1300 306 694

Astute Ability Pty Ltd ABN: 32 108 294 042. Australian Credit License #385843

Disclaimer: This page provides general information only and has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. We recommend that you consider whether it is appropriate for your circumstances and your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. It does not constitute legal, tax or financial advice and you should always seek professional advice in relation to your individual circumstances.