Lending isn’t just about securing loans. It’s about helping you move toward the life you want – on your terms.

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Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, renovating or want to free up finance, Coastal Lending makes the process simple and stress free.

Whether you’re just getting started or refining a sizable portfolio, we provide expert investment strategy advice so you can build real wealth.

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Here’s What The Right Strategy Can Give You

Lending Advice, done right

Trying to navigate towards your goal today can be stressful.

We evaluate all the possible lending alternatives available and recommend a strategy that suits your needs

Stress‑Free, Simple Finance Process

We help clients navigate buying, selling, investing, renovating or freeing up finance with ease.

Market insights

Expert Guidance + Strategy

We evaluate all possible lending alternatives and recommend a finance strategy that matches your needs quickly and professionally.

Transition into care

We Work for You, Not the Banks

We compare 1,000+ loan products on the Australian market to secure the best possible deal for your goals – giving you more choice and negotiating power.

Diversification

End‑to‑End Process Management to respond to changes

Our team at Coastal Lending handles lender negotiations, paperwork, and loan processing so you don’t have to – saving significant time and reducing stress.

Long term growth

Long‑Standing, Local Expertise

Ultimately, the goal is to build wealth that unlocks choices; flexibility in lifestyle, earlier retirement, legacy for family or whatever matters most to you.

How to Get Started

A simple three-step process to help you take control of your financial future.

Step 1

Book your complimentary Discovery Call

Choose a time that suits you and tell us a little about what you’d like support with.

Step 2

Book your Initial Meeting with an Adviser

Meet with our team in person or online to discuss your goals, priorities, and current financial position.

Step 3

Receive a personalised strategy

We’ll guide you through the right next steps with advice tailored to your circumstances and built around your goals.

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No pressure. Just friendly conversation about your goals.

We exist to give people the financial power to live completely, on their own terms.

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Home loans

Home Loans

Get the right loan for the right home. We keep the process simple and smooth.

First Home Buyers

Break in to the property market and get set up for long term success.

Investment strategy

Investment Loans

Get the right loan, with the right structure to build wealth with property.

Loan comparison

Refinancing

Beat interest rates and stress by getting a better finance deal and consolidating debt.

Commercial Loans

Get an injection to boost your business.

Borrowing power

Asset & Equipment Loans

Acquire an important asset affordable.

Car loans

Vehicle Loans

Fund your new vehicle, and explore the potential tax benefits too.

Personal Loans

Achieve your personal goals, whether that’s a wedding, holiday or more.

Trusted. Recognised. Recommended.

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RI Advice Group 2021 Platinum Club

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RI Advice Group 2021 Rising Star Award – Kristy Coulin

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RI Advice Group 2020 Rising Star Award – Rosie Copp

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Central Coast Local Business Awards 2020 Outstanding Professional Services – Company

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IFA Excellence Awards 2022 Transformation of the Year – Company

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Financial Standard Power 50 2022 50 Most Influential Advisers – Daniel Brown

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I can’t recommend Rosie highly enough. She is a genuinely human, professional and thoughtful financial adviser who brings clarity and calm to what can otherwise feel like an overwhelming space. Her advice is tailored, insightful and grounded in a real understanding of my goals, values and life stage. I now feel I have a robust, well-structured financial plan that is truly designed for me – that will grow and adapt over time, support the fun and meaningful parts of my life, and still safeguard my future.

Anne

Central Coast, NSW

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We were clients of Calder Wealth prior to the amalgamation with Coastal Advisory Australia. We were extremely happy with our service and have continued to be so. Like others we were a little nervous about the change, but we had absolute trust in Liz, who have helped us so much over the years we assured nothing would change and nothing did. We have recommended to anyone who would benefit from the service. The assistance and advice we have received has been exemplary. Thank you.

Yasmine

Adelaide, SA

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We have been clients of Coastal Advisory Australia for several years, under the expert guidance of Rosie. Throughout our journey towards retirement, Rosie has been an outstanding financial adviser, consistently providing us with confidence and clarity. She is consistently approachable and patient, making the entire process seamless and straightforward. With Rosie’s insightful guidance, we feel well-prepared and secure in our financial plan and highly recommend her to anyone seeking reliable and trustworthy financial advice.

Antonina

Central Coast, NSW

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I have been a client of Coastal for more than 20 years and partnered with Matthew Simpson-Foster for nearly 15 years. Throughout this time, I have found Matthew to be exceptionally approachable and always willing to provide clear, thorough guidance on any query. I highly recommend partnering with Matthew and the Coastal Advisory team for expert superannuation management and comprehensive insurance solutions.

Gavin

Central Coast, NSW

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Kerryn Shaw has been our Advisor for nearly 7 years and we have always found her to be very helpful in assuring us in our transition from full time work to retirement. The initial hard work done by Kerryn now shows a clear pathway ahead with our finances, which we understand and can work with. More recently Kerryn also helped me navigate an application with MyGov and Centrelink, which made me achieve the goal without the stress previously associated with this.

Sally

Adelaide, SA

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Murray was professional, thorough, and took the time to understand our needs, ultimately arranging policies that were far better suited to our situation and saved us a considerable amount of money. During a later annual review, I mentioned that I had undergone cancer treatment the previous year. Murray recognised that this may qualify as a claim under my trauma policy and referred us to Jackie Munday who assisted us through the claims process. Within one to two months, the claim was approved and we are extremely grateful.

Tonaya

Coffs Harbour, NSW

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Five-star service from Tom Momsen and team. They provided excellent guidance on my superannuation and were incredibly thorough in structuring and obtaining our investment property mortgage for the best possible outcome. If you need a financial advisor who actually listens and delivers tailored strategies, the A-team at CAA are your guys.

Liam

Newcastle, NSW

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Rosie, was such an asset to me as I was going through the sale of my house and helping me to set up my retirement / pension fund. Rosie also discussed and guided me through the financial process to have my husband transferred from a nursing home. There is never an issue when I need to call for clarification on something regarding my finances. Rosie was a God send for me during my move and is still here for me when I require any clarifications.

Elena

Central Coast, NSW

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I mainly deal with Janelle Kirk although if she is unavailable others are quite willing to help. Janelle explains things in layman’s terms and has no problem spending the extra time until you understand. None of my questions are treated as unimportant.I can honestly say Janelle is my Super Women. She is knowledgeable and very good at her job. She also makes you feel like you are her only client. I highly recommend Janelle to handle you’re financial portfolio as she will get you great results.

Stacey

Newcastle, NSW

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We have been clients of Calder Wealth (now Coastal Advisory Australia) for 5 yrs, prior to and during retirement. Anthony has been a pleasure to work with and has provided us with excellent advice and financial guidance throughout this time. We would happily recommend Anthony and CAA to any potential new clients looking for professional financial advice.

Phillip

Adelaide, SA

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My husband and I recently required guidance with our finances to enable me to retire, and we met with Rhys Moller who gave us very thorough advise and was incredibly honest. I have since retired and am enjoying a much-needed rest and more time with family. Rhys is now looking after my retirement funds, and I can get on with enjoying this time with no worries. Thanks Rhys

Debbie

Newcastle, NSW

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From the very beginning, they made what felt like an overwhelming and stressful process feel clear, manageable, and genuinely supportive. They took the time to understand our personal situation, goals, and concerns, and I truly felt like they had our best interests at heart. You can tell they genuinely care about helping people improve their financial future, not just “doing a job.” Melanie and the entire team are extremely knowledgeable, trustworthy, and incredibly supportive, I would absolutely recommend Coastal.

Tahlia

Central Coast, NSW

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We highly recommend our Financial Advisor, Jacob Lo Cascio at Coastal Advisory. Jacob and Coastal have been looking after our financial affairs for a number of years now, and we are not only impressed by the performance of our Superannuation Pension accounts, but we also highly value Jacob’s personal attention, expertise and integrity. Jacob remaps our strategies each and every year. Thanks Jacob and Coastal for providing us with so much peace of mind, and the ability to get on with and enjoy our lives!

Peter

Newcastle, NSW

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My husband & I trust Trent Sanfead implicitly. Trent is a lovely man who creates a natural, relaxed, professional consultancy for us. He is our source of honesty, confidence, & peace of mind.

Myra

Perth, WA

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My wife and I have dealt with Ben Calder and Aaron Doig in regard to our financial planning and Superannuation for several years. I have found both of them competent and understanding of our financial situation. More recently we have been dealing more with Aaron due to the structural change in their company. Aaron has the patience of Job, the biblical character, and painstakingly goes over every aspect of our finances and retirement planning even if I have forgotten certain previous aspects of my portfolio.

Alexander

Adelaide, SA

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I HIGHLY recommend this financial advisory service. My wife and I have been with Coastal almost since they started. We have always received sound financial advice delivered in a prompt and professional manner. Even small questions between our regular meetings are addressed with respect. We are now in the phase of enjoying and benefiting from consistently working the plan together as we head into retirement. Thank you James and the whole team.

Lorne

Adelaide, SA

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Joshua Parrott was able to help my wife and I with investment advice as we down size our home and organise our income in retirement. We found Josh to be very professional , easy to talk to, prompt, and knowledgable in our dealing with him. I would recommend Josh to anyone looking for informed financial advice. Someone with integrity and is honest.

Gary

Melbourne, VIC

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Excellent service – I have been actively been with these guys for many years and whoever I have spoken to, I have always received the same quality service. However, I would give a special shout out to Jackie who has guided me through the Insurance policy world. Upon first chatting with Jackie about Insurance, I could tell she was extremely passionate about the financial planning industry with extensive knowledge (I am yet to ask a question that she can’t answer). Thankyou to Coastal Advisory for always providing exceptional service.

Lisa

Newcastle, NSW

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We have been long time clients of Coastal Advisory Australia through their acquisition of our previous financial advisor. Although a little concerning at the time we were assured that the level of service that we had been accustomed to would not change,and I’m very happy to say it hasn’t. The advice and recommendations we receive is and has been excellent. We would not hesitate in recommending CAA to anyone wanting or needing financial direction for wealth creation purposes, insurances and/or financial protection.

Steve

Port Macquarie, NSW

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Got questions? We have the answers.

What does a mortgage broker do?

A broker assesses your financial situation, compares products from multiple lenders, explains complex terms, and handles the application process from pre-approval to settlement.

How do mortgage brokers get paid?

Most brokers are paid a commission by the lender when your loan settles. This usually consists of an upfront commission and ongoing trail commission. They must disclose these commissions to you.

Is it better to use a broker or go directly to a bank?

Brokers offer a wide panel of lenders, while banks only offer their own products. Brokers save time by finding the best fit for your needs among dozens of lenders.

How many lenders do you work with?

Most brokers work with a panel of 15-40 lenders through their aggregator, which can include major banks, non-bank lenders, and smaller credit unions.

How much can I borrow?

This is your “borrowing capacity.” It varies significantly between lenders based on income, expenses, debts, and assets.

What is Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI)?

LMI protects the lender if you default on your loan. It is usually required if the deposit is less than 20% of the property value (borrowing more than 80% LVR).

How long does loan approval take?

Pre-Approval: Often instant or a few days (not binding).
Conditional Approval: Usually a few days to a week (provides more certainty).
Full Approval: Can take several weeks depending on the lender and document verification.

What documents do I need for the first meeting?

Generally, you will need ID, payslips, tax returns (for self-employed), bank statements, and details of debts/liabilities.

Are mortgage brokers licensed?

Yes. In Australia, brokers must hold an Australian Credit Licence (ACL) or be an authorized credit representative, and often belong to professional bodies like the MFAA or FBAA.

What is a “Best Interests Duty”?

Mortgage brokers are legally required to prioritize your needs above their own or the lender’s when recommending a loan.

What is a “Buffer Rate” or “Serviceability Buffer”?

Lenders test if you can afford repayments by adding a buffer (often 3%) on top of the actual interest rate to ensure you can handle future rate hikes.

What is an offset account?

A transaction account linked to your loan that reduces the interest payable by subtracting the balance in the account from your loan balance.

What is an offset account?

A transaction account linked to your loan that reduces the interest payable by subtracting the balance in the account from your loan balance.

Do you charge fees?

While many are commission-paid, some brokers charge a fee for service. They are required to disclose this to you upfront.

Expert Lending Advice, Tailored to Your Goals

Meet face-to-face at our offices in Unley, Victor Harbor, Nuriootpa & Mount Barker, or connect virtually from anywhere in Australia. We’ll help you find competitive lending solutions designed around your financial future not just today’s interest rates.

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