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Meet the FinancePath Team

Get to know the faces behind FinancePath and what drives us to do things differently.

Chris Collard FinancePath
Chris Collard

General Manager & Director

Chris Collard is the General Manager and Director of FinancePath, with over 25 years in the finance industry. He is known for cutting through complexity and helping clients structure lending that genuinely fits their life and their future, always built on honest advice and without the pressure of a sales agenda.

Mark Attard FinancePath
Mark Attard

Director

Mark Attard is a Director at FinancePath with over 20 years in the finance industry. He is focused on building a stronger, more capable team and shaping the strategies that ensure FinancePath continues to grow, improve, and deliver lasting outcomes for its clients.

Margaret Wilcock FinancePath
Margaret Wilcock

Senior Mortgage Adviser

Margaret Wilcock is a Senior Mortgage Adviser at FinancePath with over 35 years of experience in the finance industry. She specialises in helping professionals make sense of complex financial decisions, guiding them with clarity and confidence every step of the way.

Ryan Camille FinancePath
Ryan Camille

Senior Mortgage Adviser

Ryan Camille is a Senior Mortgage Adviser at FinancePath with over a decade of experience in the finance industry. Ryan specialises in guiding first home buyers through one of the biggest milestones of their lives, turning what can feel overwhelming into a clear, confident path forward.

Jake Witney FinancePath
Jake Witney

Senior Mortgage Adviser

Jake Witney is a Senior Mortgage Adviser at FinancePath with a strategic approach to lending and a genuine curiosity about the person behind every loan. He particularly enjoys working with first home buyers and investors who've been told by their bank that further borrowing isn't an option.

Georgina Dimitrakopoulos FinancePath
Georgina Dimitrakopoulos

Relationship Manager Team Leader

Georgina Dimitrakopoulos is the Relationship Manager Team Leader at FinancePath, with over 20 years in the industry. She brings a background in teaching to her work, helping clients and her team alike feel informed, confident and supported through every stage of the lending process.

Patricia Koutroulis FinancePath
Patricia Koutroulis

Relationship Manager

Patricia Koutroulis is a Relationship Manager at FinancePath with over 15 years of experience in the finance industry. She builds lasting client relationships through consistency, accountability, and a genuinely personal approach that prioritises trust over transactions.

Ace Brodie FinancePath
Ace Brodie

Relationship Manager

Ace Brodie is a Relationship Manager at FinancePath who manages the client experience from loan approval through to settlement and beyond. He takes particular pride in working with first home buyers, supporting them through what is often the biggest milestone of their lives.

Megan Anderson FinancePath
Megan Anderson

Relationship Manager

Megan Anderson is a Lead Generation Specialist and Client Relationship Manager at FinancePath, with nearly 30 years in finance. She connects prospective clients with the right advice early, helping them get the right structure in place before costly mistakes can take hold.

Gabe Mardegan FinancePath
Gabe Mardegan

Senior Credit Analyst

Gabe Mardegan is a Senior Credit Analyst at FinancePath with nearly 40 years of experience in the finance industry. He specialises in assessing complex loan applications and finding solutions where the path to approval isn't immediately obvious.

David Pham FinancePath
David Pham

Credit Analyst

David Pham is a Credit Analyst at FinancePath, focused on assessing credit applications and building lending strategies that help clients achieve their financial goals. He particularly enjoys working through complex scenarios where a tailored solution can make a real difference.

Melissa Collard FinancePath
Melissa Collard

Accounts and Service Support Manager

Melissa Collard is the Accounts and Service Support Manager at FinancePath, bringing nearly 30 years of experience in the industry. She keeps the financial engine of the business running smoothly, from payroll and reconciliations to accounts payable and receivable.

Rory Coshan FinancePath
Rory Coshan

Office & Compliance Manager

Rory Coshan is the Office and Compliance Manager at FinancePath, with over 20 years in the finance industry. He keeps the business running smoothly behind the scenes, making sure operational and compliance requirements are met so the rest of the team can focus on clients.

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Chris and his team have been a pleasure to deal with during the whole process. Very informative and got us a great result with our remortgage.

Nick Little

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John Denier

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Jake was amazing, so personable and an excellent broker!

kath brundell

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Hands down the best broker experience we have ever had. Mark, his team and network of property professionals made our experience 10/10. Have already told all my family and friends, can’t recommend FinancePath more!

Brayden King

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Why choose a Mortgage Adviser like us?

Why choose a Mortgage Adviser like us?

We envision a world where financial stress is a thing of the past. Where everyone has a trusted partner guiding them through life’s biggest financial decisions—24/7.

We’re here to help you seize opportunities, avoid pitfalls, and live your best life. Not just for you, but for your family, friends, and future generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We often get asked the same questions about smart money management. Here are our answers.
How are you different from a broker?

Many brokers focus on how much you can borrow. We focus on how much you should borrow — and, just as importantly, why.
Rather than producing a generic borrowing capacity figure, our role is to ask the right questions upfront so your lending strategy actually fits your life. We take the time to understand your income structure, expenses, lifestyle priorities, future plans, and risk tolerance before discussing numbers. This ensures your lending position supports where you’re heading, not just what a calculator says is possible.
From there, we help you shape a personalised lending strategy — considering cash flow, tax implications, flexibility, and future opportunities — so your finance decisions remain sustainable and intentional over time. Our focus is on clarity and confidence, not maximising debt.
We also stay involved beyond settlement. That means helping you understand how your loan works day‑to‑day, keeping an eye on whether it still suits your circumstances, and checking in as your goals or situation evolve.
Unlike many brokers, we hold an Australian Credit Licence (ACL), which means we are required to meet strict compliance standards, maintain professional indemnity insurance, manage dispute resolution processes, and demonstrate adequate resources and systems. This provides reassurance that you’re working with a licensed professional held to high regulatory and ethical standards.
In short, we don’t just arrange loans — we help you make lending decisions that still feel right years down the track.

How do you make your money?

Instead, we’re paid through commissions by the fund provider when a loan settles and, in some cases, while the loan remains in place. This payment structure does not change our legal obligations to you.
As licensed mortgage brokers, we are required to act in your best interests and comply with responsible lending obligations under Australian law. That means we must take reasonable steps to ensure any loan we recommend is suitable for your circumstances, aligns with your objectives, and does not place you in financial hardship. Our duty is to you — not the lender.
Banks, by contrast, are only required to ensure a loan is not unsuitable for their customer. They are not held to the same best‑interests obligation and are limited to offering products from their own range.
Our process is designed around these higher standards. We focus on understanding your full financial position, asking the right questions, and recommending lending solutions that are sustainable over the long term — not simply what you might qualify for today.
This approach gives you confidence that your lending decisions are being made carefully, responsibly, and with your interests at the centre — both now and into the future.

Do I need to take out a loan to use your other services?

Not at all. Whatever stage of life you are in or financial position you find yourself in, we can help bring clarity to your money matters. We may identify loan products with better rates, or help you build a smarter end-to-end money management strategy. It all starts with a free smart money management consultation. Whether you are looking to reduce debt, grow wealth, or simply get a clearer picture of your finances, our team is ready to help you take the next step. There are no obligations and no pressure, just straightforward, honest guidance tailored to your situation. Give us a call on 1300 780 440 to get started.

What happens if interest rates change after my loan settles?

Interest rate movements are one of the most common concerns we hear from borrowers — and understandably so. Even small changes can affect repayments and your longer‑term financial position.
At FinancePath, you’re not left to navigate these changes on your own. Our role is to help you understand how rate movements may affect your loan and to be available when it makes sense to review your options. When you’re considering a change — whether that’s reviewing your rate, restructuring your loan, or exploring refinancing — we’ll walk you through the implications clearly so you can make an informed decision.
We also focus heavily on getting the structure right from the outset. That includes discussing fixed versus variable rates, split loan options, and flexibility features, so your loan is aligned with your goals and risk tolerance from day one — not just current market conditions.
Our approach is about long‑term suitability, not constant switching. As your circumstances or the lending environment change, we’re here to help you assess what still makes sense, so your loan continues to support your broader financial plans over time.

How long will it take to get my loan approved?

Missing out on a great property because your bank is buried in paperwork is frustrating — and avoidable. We work closely with a wide range of Australian lenders, including specialist lending teams that don’t deal directly with the public. This allows us to assess your situation efficiently and guide your application through the process without unnecessary delays.
Whether you’re seeking pre‑approval or need a fast turnaround on a purchase, we focus on momentum so you’re always ready to act. No sitting on hold. No waiting weeks for updates. When the right opportunity comes along, you’ll be in a strong position to move forward with confidence.

How long does the mortgage application process typically take?

While every situation is different, most applications move from initial submission through to settlement within two to six weeks. Your first financial assessment and loan recommendation can typically happen within days of providing your details. From there, formal application and lender assessment generally takes one to two weeks, though complexity, document readiness, and the lender's current workload can all influence the timeline. Property valuations and legal checks can also add time depending on the circumstances. Pre-approval can often be obtained faster, sometimes within just a few days. At FinancePath, we work to keep things moving efficiently at every stage and will keep you informed throughout so there are never any surprises. The goal is always to get you to settlement as smoothly and quickly as possible.

Why do you focus on getting finance ready before I find a property?

Most people approach a bank only after finding a property they want. By that point, time pressure is working against you, and any gaps in your application become urgent problems.
We take the opposite approach. Getting your lending position clear before you need it means we can ask the right questions, gather the correct documents, and present your application accurately, without the rush. Approval timeframes ultimately depend on the lender and loan type, but our role is to remove every delay on your side, avoiding back-and-forth, last-minute surprises, and unnecessary bottlenecks.
The result is that when the right property comes along, you're already organised, informed, and ready to act. Not scrambling to catch up.

Can you still help me if I am self-employed or have irregular income?

Being self-employed or running your own business should never be a barrier to building your property portfolio or securing the finance you need. Traditional lenders often apply a one-size-fits-all approach that puts self-employed applicants at an unfair disadvantage. At FinancePath, we work with self-employed borrowers and business owners every day. We know which lenders genuinely understand variable income, what documentation they require, and how to present your application in the strongest possible way. Whether you are using business financials, tax returns, or business activity statements, we help you put your best foot forward. Some lenders actively specialise in self-employed borrowers and offer more flexible criteria, and our job is to connect you with the right one while making sure you are getting a competitive deal.