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ProblemFollowing the recent RBA rate rise, a senior fund manager was referred to Distinctive Finance by a colleague who had previously engaged the firm’s services. The client held multiple lending facilities across major banks and had become increasingly concerned...

We’re back on The Lawyers Weekly Show for another insightful episode! This time focused on what legal professionals need to know to strengthen their financial position in the new financial year.

Hosted by Jerome Doraisamy and produced in partnership with Distinctive Finance, the conversation reflects on the key lessons from the past 12 months, current trends shaping financial outcomes for lawyers and how to build resilience and opportunity into your investment strategy for FY25–26.

Our co-founders and directors Christian Goodall and Mitchell Lobb return to share insights from their work with clients from navigating potential rate cuts, to avoiding common pitfalls and building long-term financial wellbeing.

They also explore how their background in private banking informs a tailored approach to supporting legal professionals and what smart, forward-looking financial planning looks like in the year ahead.

If you’re thinking about refining your investment strategy, strengthening your loan structure, or simply setting yourself up with a clearer plan, this episode offers valuable direction for lawyers at any stage in their financial journey.

Distinctive Finance Featured on The Lawyers Weekly Podcast We recently joined The Lawyers Weekly Show for a special episode exploring the current economic climate and what it means for legal professionals planning their next financial move. Hosted by Jerome Doraisamy...

How Distinctive Finance helped Boris and Kevin into their first home When Boris Karacic and his partner Kevin were looking to buy their first home on Sydney’s Upper North Shore, they decided to connect with Distinctive Finance’s Leighton Packer after a recommendation...

Background Dr. Jason Mak, an accomplished obstetrician and gynaecologist, along with his wife Laura, aimed to establish a medical practice and purchase a new home for their growing family. They sought to secure financing for both endeavours, navigating the...

Applying for a home loan is a major financial commitment that requires careful planning and preparation. To ensure a smooth mortgage application process and secure the best possible terms, it's crucial to get your finances in order beforehand. This guide will walk you...

When was the last time you had your property valued? We're not talking about a real estate appraisal or an online estimate, but a mortgagee (bank or lender) instructed valuation. A bank’s valuation of a property not only determines how much credit they’re willing to...

The Sydney property market continues to remain strong. And, because of that, a quick and fast response is needed from everyone involved – from real estate agents to finance brokers. Tom and his wife Juliette appreciated that more than most recently as they were able...

Distinctive Finance has expanded its operation into Victoria with the appointment of private banking stalwarts Paul Woodney and Mark Cranwell. The former NAB and ANZ duo have joined Distinctive Finance to build upon its current Melbourne-based clientele and will be...

Distinctive Finance has strengthened its team with the appointment of the experienced Brad Rourke to the newly-created role of credit executive.

At Distinctive Finance, we understand everyone's financial situation is unique - and we treat every one of our clients as individuals. We were delighted to help Sydney-based Chris recently after his regular bank kept moving the goalposts on a home loan. It was a deep...

After years of double-digit growth, the past year has been a rocky one for the Australian property market, but what’s on the horizon?

Alex had been placed in an expensive, non-bank mortgage by her broker, who’d told her it was the only option she had. It was costing her big. A conversation with Distinctive Finance’s Christian Goodall was able to change all that.

When Mark Nagy’s long-term bank was struggling to help him resolve his finances to build his dream home, it hit him hard. Then he met Christian Goodall of Distinctive Finance, who changed his life forever.

Networking is often seen as a chore, but it’s essential to grow your business. In our latest Distinctive Business blog, we spoke to networking expert the Visible Man, Gordon Jenkins, to discover how to make networking enjoyable – and successful.

If you’re purchasing property, it’s essential you understand the dynamics of the current market. Our very own licensed valuer, Leighton Packer, discusses everything you need to know about how the current environment is affecting valuations… and how this impacts the credit a lender is willing to make available.

In our latest Distinctive Business blog, we talk to Natalie McDonald, Chief Financial Officer at Austin Health, about the skills accountants need to succeed in health.

In the second part of our Distinctive Business series, we talk to Alex Lucas of Distinct Accounting and Advisory to discuss the challenges facing trustees of SMSFs, and how accountants can help.