Banker to Broker: from ‘one size fits all’ to community champion

Steven Toome, a dedicated broker from Port Lincoln, South Australia, had spent years working in the banking industry, looking for a way to make a bigger impact on the lives of his customers.

Feeling limited by the rigid policies and constraints of the bank, Steve made the switch to finance broking, allowing him to offer tailored financial advice and assistance to his customers.

He opened his business Port Lincoln Home Loans in October 2021 and hasn’t looked back, winning Best New Broker for SA/NT at Loan Market’s 2023 International Awards.

This is your perfect opportunity to hear firsthand from a Banker turned Broker about their experience starting out and key pieces of advice to help guide you.

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