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LoanBuddy

Registration Active· CR 528658 / ACL 389328Parramatta, NSWEst. 2018
5.0
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1Offices
8Yrs active
Suite 19, 103 George Street, Parramatta, NSW, 2150
02 9188 2138
ACL / Credit RepCR 528658 / ACL 389328Verify on ASIC registers
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  • Registration: Active · CR 528658 / ACL 389328
  • Website reviewed: Website present and reviewed
  • Office location: 1 office location on record
  • Contact details: Contact information on record
  • Data source: Official register
  • Profile last updated: 17 July 2026

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Office locations

  • Primary office

    Suite 19, 103 George Street

    Parramatta, Parramatta, NSW, 2150

    02 9188 2138

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Business overview

LoanBuddy is a Parramatta-based mortgage broker founded by Shane Heness, a property investor since 2015, specialising in investment, bridging and guarantor lending alongside home and first-home loans. It compares a 30+ lender panel and operates under Credit Representative 528658 (ACL 389328), serving clients across NSW, QLD, VIC and Australia-wide.

Based on publicly available information and CompareMyAgents research. Last updated July 2026.

Best for

Parramatta borrowers wanting a small local team on the main George Street strip.

Services & pricing

ServicePrice
Broker ServiceFree (lender-paid)
Investment & Home LoansFree (lender-paid)
Bridging FinanceFree (lender-paid)
Guarantor & Construction LoansFree (lender-paid)

Pricing based on publicly available information. Verify directly with the consultant.

Editorial assessment

What we love

  • Genuine investment and bridging specialisation from a founder who has personally invested in property since 2015.

  • Strong communication focus and a clear no-surprises fee approach (no fee in most cases, disclosed if any applies).

  • Niche help with guarantor loans, letting parents assist a purchase using equity rather than cash.

Where it falls short

  • A single-principal practice, so you are relying on one broker's availability.

  • Parramatta-based and mostly remote — fine if you are comfortable with phone and video rather than in-person meetings.

Based on CompareMyAgents research. Independent assessment — not provided by the business.

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Google review5 months ago

Shane made our loan process smooth, stressfree and incredibly fast. From the first conversation, he was professional, knowledgeable and always available to answer our questions. He explained all options clearly and worked hard to find the best solution for our situation. What really stood out was his honesty, transparency and dedication. Shane kept us updated throughout the process and made everything easy to understand. His support and guidance gave us complete confidence. If anyone is looking for a reliable and efficient mortgage broker, I strongly recommend Shane and the LoanBuddy team. Thank you again for your outstanding service!

Brinda Tamang

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Google review5 months ago

I’m extremely happy with my experience working with Shane. From the very beginning, they were professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to finding the best option for my situation. He took the time to clearly explain and answered all my questions promptly, and made sure I understood my options before moving forward. Their communication was excellent throughout, and I always felt supported and well-informed. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for trustworthy and reliable mortgage advice.

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Google review3 months ago

Shane is great! Shane created a welcoming and safe space, mindfully navigating me through the process of restructuring my finances, which I perceived to be an overwhelming task. Shane made the process seamless, was available to answer any questions, and guided me through the process, from start to finish. Thanks Shane for your patience and support. I highly recommend Shane's service. Kel

Kelly Gatt

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Google review5 months ago

Absolutely fantastic service! Our mortgage broker Shane Heness made the whole process smooth and stress-free. They were patient, knowledgeable, and always happy to answer our questions. We felt supported at every step and ended up with a great outcome. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares and delivers results, I highly recommend them.

khem Chhetri

khem Chhetri

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Google review5 months ago

I’m really happy with the support Shane provided. He was professional, responsive, and always clear in his communication. He managed timelines well, kept everything transparent, and made the whole process feel straightforward and stress-free. Shane was easy to deal with and clearly knew what he was doing. I’d happily recommend him to others.

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The bottom line

A Parramatta-based brokerage operating as a credit representative under Connective's licence. Small team, local office, no branch network.

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