Ethan Stein, mortgage and finance broker

Property finance, without the runaround.

Mortgage broker helping buyers, homeowners and investors across Wollongong, the Illawarra and NSW, with 60+ lenders to compare.

Mortgage & Finance Broker
Access to 60+ lenders

You shouldn’t need to become a mortgage expert just to buy a house.

So here’s what I do for you.

  1. 01

    I compare the options

    I look across my lender panel and work out which options actually suit your situation.

  2. 02

    I handle the legwork

    Applications, lender back-and-forth, paperwork and follow-up. You don’t chase anyone.

  3. 03

    I keep you in the loop

    The numbers explained clearly, and regular updates without the finance jargon.

How it works.

One conversation to start. I take it from there.

Start with a quick call →
  1. Start

    Tell me where you’re at

    A quick call about your goals, numbers and timing.

  2. Then

    I work out the finance

    I compare lenders, find the fit and run the application.

  3. Finally

    We get you moving

    Pre-approval to settlement. I’m across every step.

Ethan Stein smiling

The broker who picks up the phone.

I’ve spent years in sales, building a customer-first approach that focuses on real outcomes. I want the process to be clear, simple and financially smart.

  • You deal with me

    Start to finish.

  • Plain English

    No finance speak.

  • Your savings

    Always part of the brief.

60+

More lenders. More ways to say yes.

Your bank can only offer its own loans. Every lender has different rules on income, deposits and property. With more than 60 to choose from, I find the ones that suit how you earn and what you’re buying.

A selection of the panel

Banks · Majors · Specialists

“Ethan was suggested to me by a friend as a reliable & “think outside of the box” mortgage broker . …”
Marissa DikkenbergMar 2024Read on Google →
“My partner and I weren't really even in the market to buy a house and didn't even have conditional approval. However, one saturday morning we saw a house we instantly liked. The agent recommended Ethan. …”
David EdwardsDec 2024Read on Google →
“My wife and I had been searching for a long time to find the right broker for us and boy did we find it with Ethan Stein! …”
Mitch WalkerdenMar 2024Read on Google →
“Highly recommend Ethan! From our first interactions to purchasing our first family home. Honestly Ethan made the whole process hassle free. Ethan had all the answers to our questions being first home buyers. …”
Melissa DenfordNov 2023Read on Google →
“Thank you to Ethan & his team at Loan Market for the professionalism and prompt service making my journey of purchasing my first home a memorable one. …”
Val GorgieskiJan 2025Read on Google →
“Excellent service from Ethan and the team. …”
Megan EvansSep 2023Read on Google →
“Ethan gets the job done! He works harder than anyone and will take the time to understand your unique situation and make something work for you. I couldn’t recommend him enough.”
Amanda SolitroOct 2024View on Google →
“Ethan was absolutely phenomenal in guiding us through the whole process of buying our first home and very professional. I highly recommend Ethan if you are looking for a broker. Can’t wait to work with him again”
Alex HausfeldSep 2023View on Google →
“What amazing, speedy, efficient service I received from Ethan and his assistant Annie. They kept us update through the whole process and what a fantastic result in the end. Highly recommend. Thank you again”
SBC TrainingJul 2024View on Google →
“Ethan was great during the application process by providing me with all the information to my many questions and supported me during the process. I will be recommending him to family and friend buying their next home”
EmmaJun 2024View on Google →
“An absolute pleasure to deal with. Ethan came to my rescue and was able to get what I needed within a very short timeframe, helping me to meet my deadline. …”
Abdullah KhalfanFeb 2023Read on Google →
“Ethan from Loan Market was great. He took the time to understand our situation, and provided expert advice on the best options available. Ethan was able to secure our pre-approval within one week from our initial call. …”
Maxwell WeismantelApr 2024Read on Google →

Straight answers on property finance.

Short explainers on what people ask Ethan most. Guides launching soon.

Ethan Stein

Featured · Coming soon

Stamp duty

What you’ll pay, and when concessions apply.

  • Rate changes

    What a move in rates means for your repayments.

    Soon
  • Borrowing power

    What lenders look at to decide how much.

    Soon
  • Pre-approval

    Why it matters before you start bidding.

    Soon
  • Deposits

    Do you really need 20%? Not always.

    Soon
  • Refinancing

    When switching is worth it, and when it isn’t.

    Soon

Good
questions.

Your bank can only offer its own products. I compare loans from more than 60 lenders, so you see more options and I handle the application for you.

It depends on your income, expenses, existing debts and each lender’s policy, so the answer can differ a lot between lenders. A quick chat is the fastest way to a real number.

Pre-approval is a lender’s conditional indication of how much they’ll lend you. It means you can make offers and bid knowing your budget.

Not always. Some lenders accept smaller deposits, though lenders mortgage insurance may apply. We’ll work out what makes sense for you.

Sometimes. If your rate or loan features no longer suit you, switching can help, but there can be costs. I’ll run the numbers so you decide with the full picture.

Nothing formal. Tell me where you’re at and what you want to do. I’ll tell you which documents are needed once we know the right path.

Ready to work out your next move?

Tell me where you’re at. I’ll come back with a plan and the numbers.

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