A little about how we began and where we are going.
With over 10 years of home loan banking experience within Australia’s big 4 banks in West Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat and Bendigo we understand our local market and customers better than anyone. Our mission is to serve our customers with honesty,
integrity and competence. Our goal is to provide home loans to our clients while
providing them with the lowest interest rates and closing costs possible.

We are proof that
different works.
RateChallenge is proof that innovative refinancing solutions work. We offer tailored loan options that help you save money and achieve your financial goals, demonstrating how personalized strategies can make a real difference in your home financing journey.

Fast closings

Competitive low rates

No pressure

Refinancing Your Mortgage is the Right Decision
Available 7 days a week
We know how important it is to be available on the weekends. A licensed Mortgage Analyst is always on call.
24 Hour responses & constant updates
You always receive responses to inquiries within 60-minutes during business hours, and are kept constantly updated on your loan status.

Know exactly what to expect from your loan

Refinance and Save

Expert advice

local knowledge

When we started RateChallenge.com.au, it wasn’t about creating just another mortgage site. It was because we kept seeing people being let down by banks, or stuck in loans that didn’t work for them. It felt like no one was really taking the time to help people understand what they were signing up for—or how to do it better. So we decided to do things differently. We wanted to build something that actually worked for people, not just the lenders.
Most people don’t wake up thinking, “Today I want to compare twenty lenders.” They just want someone to make the process easier, to explain the options clearly, and to be straight with them. That’s us. We don’t sugarcoat things. We don’t push products. We help you figure out what’s going to get you the result you want.


You might be buying your first home. Or your fifth. You could be refinancing because rates have jumped. Maybe you’re running a business and need to unlock some working capital. Or you’ve got a self-managed super fund and want to buy property through it. We’ve worked on all those types of loans, and we know how different each situation can be. There’s no one-size-fits-all—and there shouldn’t be.
We keep things simple and honest. We’ll ask questions that some brokers might skip. Like: what are you planning to do with this property in five years? Will your income be the same next year? Are you worried about cash flow right now? These aren’t just finance questions—they’re life questions. But they help us build the right loan strategy for you.
There’s a reason we called it “Rate Challenge.” We don’t believe the first rate offered should be the final one. We challenge the lender if we think you deserve better. And if the lender won’t move? We look elsewhere. There’s always another option. It’s about more than just numbers on a screen. It’s about what makes the most sense for you.
Some of our best work happens when people come to us feeling stuck. Maybe their bank said no. Or they were told they couldn’t borrow because they’re self-employed or because their credit file had a few bumps. We’ve helped people in all those scenarios. We understand how to structure a loan to show your strengths—not just your setbacks. We’re not here to judge. We’re here to help you move forward.


We work with people across Australia—from city buyers to regional investors. We help finance homes, commercial properties, modular homes, even kit homes and granny flats. And we’re big on making sure our clients understand everything we do. We’ll walk you through the loan documents, step-by-step, and check in after settlement to make sure it’s still working for you. If it’s not, we talk about your options.
We’ve built this business by doing right by our clients. That means no pressure. No upsells. Just smart, strategic lending advice that fits your life. If you’re ready to challenge the rate—or just want someone to help you understand what’s out there—reach out. We’ll make the time.
Because that’s what we do. We help real people make smarter finance decisions.
RateChallenge.com.au — we’re on your side.
Here’s something else we’ve learned over the years—everyone’s journey with money looks a bit different. You might be building something. Starting fresh. Fixing mistakes. Planning for retirement. Trying to make a side hustle your main thing. Whatever it is, we’re here to walk with you through it.
A lot of people come to us thinking they’ve missed their chance. That they waited too long to refinance. Or they think their situation is too messy. Maybe they’ve been knocked back already and think that means it’s a dead end. But more often than not, that’s just not true. There’s usually a way forward—it just takes a bit of care and strategy to find it.
We’ve worked with families juggling multiple properties, clients navigating divorce or separation, business owners with seasonal cash flow, and retirees looking to unlock equity without taking on too much risk. In every case, it starts with one thing: listening. Really listening.
Our job isn’t to sell you a loan. It’s to help you get clear on your options and to do the hard work behind the scenes so you don’t have to. We explain what matters and what doesn’t. We translate the fine print. We break down the numbers so you can actually understand them. We do it in plain language, because this stuff should never be confusing.
And when we say we challenge the rate, we don’t mean just once. We revisit your loan. We keep an eye on what’s happening in the market. If we think you could do better, we tell you. We’ve saved our clients thousands this way—sometimes with just one email or a quick renegotiation.
We’ve also got great relationships with a wide range of lenders. That helps when a deal doesn’t fit in a neat little box. We can make the calls that matter. Ask the questions that get you across the line. Not because we’re chasing commission, but because we care about the outcome. That’s the only thing we measure ourselves on.
We believe great finance advice doesn’t need to be flashy. It just needs to be real. Solid. Grounded in what you’re actually trying to achieve. We don’t disappear after settlement. We stay in touch. We follow up. We make sure things are still on track. Because this isn’t just about one loan. It’s about your whole financial life.
So if you’re tired of feeling like a number, if you’re ready for someone to finally take your situation seriously, or if you’re just curious what else might be possible—let’s talk. It doesn’t cost anything to have a chat. And it might just change everything.
RateChallenge.com.au — We’re in your corner.
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