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Updated 2026-07-30 · 4,285 reviewed · 380 listed · Scored from 53 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(53) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
First Home Buyer LoansRefinancingInvestment Property FinanceSelf-Employed & Low-Doc LoansCar & Personal LoansMortgage BrokerCommercial & Business Finance
Inspired Money
Services
First Home Buyer Loans, Refinancing, Investment Property Finance
Reviews
53

What recent reviews say

Over 5-8 years, clients consistently describe being heard before advised. Pat, Shane, and their team treat each person's circumstances as unique, explain trade-offs honestly, and follow through on complex issues like superannuation strategy and estate planning without the hard sell or rush. Fees are acknowledged but matched by depth of attention and results that shift how people see their financial future.

Several clients specifically mention moving from hesitation to confidence in retirement planning after working with the team. The firm acts with integrity across mortgage broking, investment management, and self-employed advice, earning loyalty measured in decades rather than transactions.

Praised for
  • quick response and availability
  • explains complex topics clearly
  • genuinely focused on client interests
  • trusted over many years
  • patient and pressure-free approach
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Best for: clients seeking straightforward financial advice without sales pressure, especially those planning retirement or managing complex super and investment strategy
Think twice if: some clients note fees are not negligible, though reviewers consistently judge the quality worth the cost

Strengths

  • explains financial strategy in plain language
  • no pressure, integrity-led approach
  • multi-decade client relationships
  • handles complex advice across mortgages, super, and estate planning

Worth knowing

  • Named advisors: Pat, Shane Mitchell, Austin, Lurina, Rian, Daniel Volpe
  • Clients report 4-8 year relationships
  • Services mentioned: superannuation strategy, SMSF management, TPD insurance, wills, enduring power of attorney, retirement planning, investment guidance
  • Open 7 days per week

What reviews say by service

First Home Buyer Loans
limited evidence in reviews; not a primary focus
Refinancing
not clearly addressed in review text
Investment Property Finance
not explicitly mentioned in reviews
Self-Employed & Low-Doc Loans
firm claims to offer this; no review evidence
Car & Personal Loans
one client mentions car purchase budgeting alongside mortgage and financial planning
Mortgage Broker
clients praise guidance on loan and investment strategy; some mention help with mortgages alongside broader planning

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.95 average across the 145 commercial & business finance businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 69% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 94
Review volume 75
Review recency 91
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How quickly do they typically respond to questions?
Multiple clients report prompt replies. One says they respond in small windows of opportunity; another calls them 'always willing to listen and prompt with replies'.
Do they help with superannuation and retirement planning?
Yes. Multiple clients cite Shane and Pat for superannuation strategy, SMSF management, and retirement goal-setting. One describes help spanning wills, TPD insurance, and superannuation advice.
Are they open on weekends?
Their website lists 7 days of opening hours, though specific weekend times are not stated in the review data.

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Last updated 2026-07-30