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About Us

At Aegeus Financial Services, we strive for excellence in all that we do and look forward to helping you reach your finance goals. We believe that loan products should be easy to understand, easy to access and allow you peace of mind.

You should think of us as a professional resource in the same way you think of your accountant, financial planner or solicitor. You can rely on us to always think of your best interests.

We will work with you and your service providers (real estate agent, conveyancer and lender) during your purchasing or re-financing process, while ensuring you obtain the finance that best suits your circumstances and needs.

When you call Aegeus Financial Services, you will speak to a real person. We will guide you through your loan process, providing you with information and support every step of the way. Please contact us to learn more about how we can help you today.

Meet the team

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Ross Connell
Managing Director

 

0402 252 978
ross@aegeusfs.com.au

Ross Connell has over 25 years working within the Banking Industry in a variety of roles culminating as Senior Business Banking Manager. He understands that financial services are more than simply recommending a product, and takes the time to understand what is important to you. He works closely with clients, and any other specialists such as accountants, bankers and solicitors, to help identify and achieve goals. He is an experienced financial strategist with experience working with business owners and other high net-worth individuals. Ross has extensive industry experience in various forms of commercial finance including property development and investment, as well as residential property purchases.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accounting;
• Certificate IV in Finance & Mortgage Broking;
• Member of Mortgage Finance Association of Australia (MFAA);
• Member of Credit and Investment Ombudsman (CIO).

 

 

Outside interests:
Spending time with his wife, Kirsty and their two children, Gabrielle and Emrys. Ross is involved with various school and sporting activities with his children including coaching soccer.

Services

We look forward to helping you with your finance needs. We can help first home buyers, next home buyers, refinancers and investors. Have a look below to see what kind of services we offer, or call us to discuss your specific requirements.

There are literally hundreds of loan products on the market today and it is our job to help you find the right solution to suit your individual needs and servicing ability.

We pride ourselves on delivering proactive service and support. We have extensive experience in all things lending, including:

Supporting First Home Buyers

Just starting out and not sure what kind of loan you need? No worries! We are here to help. As a first home buyer, you can obtain finance from a financial institution (a loan) either to purchase or secure against the property, with our assistance. Features of a mortgage such as the size of the loan, maturity of the loan, interest rate, method of paying off the loan and other characteristics can vary considerably. It’s always best to speak with a professional mortgage broker to discuss your options. We can also help you determine your eligibility and apply for the First Home Owner’s Grant.

Investment Loans

Investment loans are structured in a specific way to allow you to make the most of your assets and finances. We can work with your financial planner and accountant to ensure your loan is set up to meet your specific needs, and we have access to competitive loan options that can help you maximise your investment returns.

Commercial Loans

Commercial property and business lending policies and interest rates are rarely found on lender’s websites. Unlike residential home loans, the pricing of a commercial loan can be negotiated based on your background in business and the security to be offered. If you need help to refinance or purchase commercial property, just contact us today.

Standard variable & fixed rate loans

The variable rate loan offers more features and flexibility than the basic fixed rate loan, so the rate is usually slightly higher. Fixed rate loans are set at a fixed rate for a specified period – usually one to five years. This gives you the advantage of knowing how much your repayments will be, allowing you to organise your finances without the risk of rising interest rates. However, this advantage is offset by the possibility of not benefiting from a drop in rates.

Honeymoon Loans

A honeymoon loan (or introductory loan) is a loan with lower interest rates or lower repayments for the first six to twelve months. After the ‘honeymoon’ term, the loan becomes a standard variable rate loan and the repayments will change to include the current standard variable interest rate. When taking out a honeymoon loan, it’s important to make sure you can meet the potentially higher repayments for the remainder of the loan. You could also be faced with a fee at the end of the honeymoon period if you want to switch to another type of loan.

Bridging Loans

A bridging loan may be necessary to cover the financial gap when buying one property before your existing one is sold. This finance is secured against the existing property (utilising equity) and the new property being purchased. Usually, bridging loans are short term (normally 6 months) to allow for the sale of the original property and more expensive than other types of loans. There are alternative ways to finance a change from one home to another, so please talk with us to discuss your options.

Asset Finance

Need finance for another large purchase besides your home? You can also ask us to access competitive finance options for private cars and recreational vehicles, commercial vehicles, plant and equipment for your business and other kinds of small business loans for a variety of purposes. These finance options may include personal loans, car loans, a variety of leases, commercial leasing options, chattel mortgages and more.

The major benefit of using a broker to finance other large purchases besides property is obtaining finance that is tailored to fit your current financial circumstances and needs. With depreciating assets, the right finance can also potentially save you money on interest and fees, or potentially help you maximise your tax benefits.

AND MORE – Not sure what kind of loan you need for your current financial circumstances? That’s our job. We deliver tailored finance solutions chosen from a panel of leading lenders, and give you peace of mind that your loan is working for you. Contact us today to find out all the ways we can help you.

Why Choose Us

­­­Whether you are a just starting out with your first home, or you are a seasoned investor, we are committed to providing you with the right home loan to meet your needs. We will discuss every aspect of your loan with you and ensure you understand the fine details – like competitive interest rates, offset facilities, unlimited additional deposits and redraw facilities. You can rely on us to provide you with customer service that you will value for the life of your loan, and that we will continue to support you in achieving your future goals.

Putting our customers at the heart of everything we do sets us apart from our competition. Our commitment to you, our borrowers:

  • We will be easy to do business with
  • You will talk to a real person
  • We will get back to you
  • We will go the extra mile, every time
  • We will listen to what you want
  • We will provide home loan options that suit your needs
  • We will source competitive interest rates
  • We are here to serve you and ensure you will be 100% satisfied with our service.

We have a dedicated team here in house. When you call us, your queries will be answered by one of our friendly brokers. We will guide you through your entire loan application or re-finance process and provide you with the assistance and advice you need into the future.

You can feel confident that you are in safe hands and we will find the loan that’s right for you.

FAQs

What does a mortgage broker do?

Mortgage brokers are qualified finance industry professionals. They work with you to determine your borrowing needs and objectives, and to help you determine how much you can borrow. Brokers help to ensure that you don’t take out a loan that is not right for you.

Like your solicitor, accountant or financial planner, we are specialists in what we do and will provide you with a suitable finance solution to help you achieve your goals.

With a mortgage broker, you can expect a more personalised level of service than you would usually receive directly from a lender. Additionally, our brokers have access to finance products from a wide variety of lenders. This means your broker can compare lending products from different lenders to find a loan that’s just right for you.

Do you Charge fees for home and investment loans?

Some mortgage brokers charge a fee for their services and some don’t. When you take out a loan via a mortgage broker, it does not cost you more in loan repayments. Brokers get paid a commission by the lender for bringing new business to them, but this does not impact your interest rate.

Some brokers charge a fee for their service. They must disclose this fee upfront to you so that you know what it will cost if you engage their services.

Don’t you just recommend the lender who pays you the most commission?

Absolutely not. First of all, there is very little difference between the commissions paid by the various lenders. There is also legislation in our industry called the National Consumer Credit Protection Act (or NCCP), that is designed to protect consumers and ensure ethical and professional standards in the finance industry. We tell you upfront what commission we will be getting from the lender. Our job, our only job, is to find a competitive loan for your needs and objectives.

Isn’t it more expensive to use a Broker?

Some brokers charge a fee for their service which they must disclose to you up-front before you engage their services. However, the costs of the loan are the same. These costs depend on the loan and lender you choose. If you want to save on loan costs, just tell us. We can locate loan products from the lenders with the lowest fees and charges.

How much can I borrow?

There are specific factors that need to be considered when determining how much a customer can borrow, such as income, employment position, the deposit saved, current living expenses and any liabilities. Our borrowing calculator can give you a rough idea of how much you may be able to borrow. For a more accurate assessment, please give us a call and we can go into your options and discuss your circumstances in more detail.

Should I go fixed or variable?

A mortgage broker will recommend a product based on what you say is most important to you – for example, “pay my loan off quickly” or “guaranteed repayments” or “low cost”. We do however, live by the following; “if you want flexibility take a variable rate loan, if you want budget certainty, take a fixed rate loan, if you want both, then do a split loan.”

I am not in your area, can we still work together?

Sure thing! We are mobile brokers so we can come to you.

Which lenders do you deal with?

We are Connective Brokers and we have access to many lenders. This means we can source you a loan from different lenders to provide you with a variety of options that are suitable for you and your situation.

Who sets interest rates?

Mortgage brokers do not set rates. The Reserve Bank of Australia meet on the first Tuesday of every month to determine the official cash rate for the country. The lenders then use this information to set their own rates.  Lenders also adjust their rates according to their costs and other economic considerations.

Why should I use a mortgage broker if I can go with a bank?

Lenders will only sell you their own products. Each bank (or lender) has a variety of loan products on offer – low doc, package loans, loans with re-draw facilities, plant and equipment loans, fixed rate loans, interest only, interested in advance, variable, introductory variable… and so on. The issue you face as a consumer is ‘which loan is right for me?’ And that is where your mortgage broker becomes an invaluable resource! If you go direct to the bank, you will only be offered the loan options available through that one lender. As your mortgage broker, we do all the leg work to find the right loan for your needs. We are across many lenders and all of their loan products, and our sole purpose is to find a suitable loan to match your personal financial circumstances and goals.

Calculators

Use our mortgage calculators to estimate how much you can borrow. We’ve designed these calculators to you get a better insight into how the lenders will view your loan application.

The information provided by the calculator is intended to provide illustrative examples based on the stated assumptions of your input. Results are a guide only and do not constitute financial advice or any guarantee that you will be approved for a loan by a lender.

You should always discuss your individual circumstances with a representative of Aegeus Financial Services before placing your deposit or purchasing any property.

Resources

We work hard to make sure you understand what is going on in the finance industry.

Our communications ensure that you are kept up to date with useful information that tells you what you need to know. For example, we will let you know the outcome of the monthly Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) meeting, and what this means for interest rates.

Monthly Newsletters

Contact Us

When we help you with your borrowing needs, we consider you to be a client for life. We want you to be confident that you are working with professionals who have your best interests in mind now and in the long term.

We have many years of experience in finance and professional mortgage broking. Our aim is to find you the best loan for your needs, and to make the process as simple and transparent as possible.

Please get in touch with us today.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Postal Address:16 Bentwood Close Thornlie, WA 6108

Phone: 0402 252 978
Email: ross@aegeusfs.com.au