Our Team

Meet Our Experienced Finance Specialists

Our wonderful team is more like a family than a team. Our close knit team of qualified mortgage brokers and asset finance brokers are here to help with all of your mortgage and asset finance dreams. Our team work know that getting finance can be stressful and confusing and work hard to make the whole process as seamless and easy as possible.

Candice Ballantyne

Senior Managing Broker

0411 507 347

ca*****@****************om.au

Candice has been in the lending industry for over 15  years. Candice started her career working for one of the big four banks before becoming a mortgage broker where she found her passion, helping people. Candice is a specialist in the following:

  • Investment loans,
  • SMSF loans (self managed super funds),
  • Construction loans
  • Owner-occupied loans,
  • Self employed home loans
  • Low doc home loans,
  • Purchases through a trust.

Candice’s goal is to ensure that every customer is assisted with the best customer service and build strong long term relationships with all of her customers.

Melinda Taylor

Senior Finance Broker

0481 865 811

me*@****************om.au

Mel’s extensive knowledge and dedication to her clients is what drives the premium customer experience and service that she offers to all her clients.

Mel holds over 15 years of Banking/Finance experience with one the big 4 banks. The years in finance has enabled Mel to build a broad knowledge base and perfect the experience she offers to her clients.

Mel Focuses on the full financial picture that all areas of finance are complimented, including Home & Investment Lending, SMSF Loans, Construction Loans, First Home Buyers, Debt Consolidation.

Mel is a great communicator and always works hard to get the absolute best for her clients. You won’t be disappointed with the service you are provided.

Outside of work Mel is a local girl to the Maitland/Newcastle area and she enjoys her time with her Husband and 3 beautiful children. Mel also enjoys fitness and travelling with her Family. 

Jason Du-Preez

Finance Broker

0416 264 043

ja***@****************om.au

Jason has over 6 years experience as a qualified mortgage broker and is well versed with both PAYG and Self employed income.

Having helped hundreds of clients with a range of objectives, Jason is passionate about helping his clients reach their short and long term goals. Whether you are simply looking to save money by refinancing or restructuring your affairs, buying your first or your next dream home, Jason will be there to help inform and guide you along the way.

Jason’s diverse range of experience ranges from individual borrowers, Guarantors, Companies, Bridging and Short-term, Corporate Trustee Borrowers, Self Managed Super Fund Lending, Commercial Properties or just a restructure of your financial affairs, Jason will be there to guide you to a suitable pathway forward to your goals.

Ben Carey

Head of Asset Finance

0468 363 227

be*@****************om.au

Ben is a seasoned automotive professional with a deep understanding of the industry across both the UK and Australia. With an impressive track record spanning prestige dealerships, top-tier manufacturers, and financial services, he brings a wealth of experience to gateway finance ben is known not only for his strategic insight but also for his personable nature and commitment to exceptional customer service.

A true car enthusiast, he is passionate about helping clients and businesses achieve their financial and automotive goals.

Lachlan Scotter

Broker Associate

0480 561 199

la*****@****************om.au

Lachlan is a customer focused and results driven finance professional. He has a passion for motorcycles and cars which can be seen in his last decade working for prestige dealerships and within the financial services industry. His tenacity to always go above and beyond for his clients ensures that they receive the best solutions every time!

Adam Gilbert

Managing Director

0411 507 347

ad**@****************om.au

Alison Gilbert

Director

0416 264 043

al****@****************om.au