Why choose Fort Finance?

One of the most important financial decisions you can make is choosing a mortgage. That's why we take a unique approach to financing, partnering with more than 25 lenders to ensure we find the right loan for you.

Meet the Team

Tim Butler

Owner

Started Fort Finance back in 2004, after 15 years with Financial Institutions such as ANZ Bank and leading Finance Company GE.

Newcastle born and bred, apart from relatively short stints in Brisbane / Goulburn and the North of England, Tim is well entrenched within the Newcastle Business and Sporting community.

Tim knows credit and how the lenders assessment policies can apply to his current and potential clients.  In an environment whereby Home Loan Lenders are constantly reviewing, altering and updating their policies a seasoned lending professional like Tim is an important ally to any potential Home Loan applicant.

Tony Pickin

Owner

Joining Fort Finance in 2006, after illustrious career with 1 of Australia’s largest banks, a career culminating in management role among small business banking sector.

Tony is well known within the local Rugby League fraternity due to his premiership winning player status with Waratah Mayfield, similar to Tim who achieved the same accolade with South Newcastle.

Very comfortable in analysing complex financial statements, self-managed super fund lending as well as PAYG income individuals.

Few credit advisers in the area have the experience and know how in dealing with self-employed applicants, evidenced by the large quantity of repeat business Tony receives from this sector.

Brenton Hartley

Credit Adviser

Fully qualified Mortgage Broker, after gaining initial lending experience with 1 of Newcastle’s leading financial institutions. Embracing all new technologies and social media platforms to keep his clients informed and keep abreast of financial trends and lending forecasting.

Customer focused and with a great work ethic , Brenton is forging a reputation based on outstanding customer service , with an ability to readily communicate with clients and lenders alike to achieve the best outcomes for all stakeholders.

20 Years of Experience

The Fort Finance team brings over 20years of professional expertise and industry knowledge to the table. With a proven track record of successfully assisting clients in navigating the complex world of mortgages, our team has honed their skills to deliver optimal results. Our team understand the nuances of the Australian property market, stay updated on the latest industry trends, and possess the insights necessary to provide sound advice tailored to your specific needs.

Empowering Our Clients With Choice

We are proud to offer our clients access to a network of over 25 different lenders and loan products.

Our vast selection ensures that you can explore a diverse range of options, compare rates, terms, and features, and ultimately find the mortgage solution that aligns with your unique financial goals. We will guide you through the entire process, presenting you with multiple alternatives to help you make an informed decision.

Trusted & Unbiased Advice

We understand that securing a mortgage is a significant financial decision, and we prioritize establishing a strong and transparent relationship with our clients.

Our commitment to acting in your best interests means that we provide unbiased advice, taking into account your individual circumstances and objectives. Our team will support you through the complexities of the mortgage landscape, ensuring your journey is smooth, stress-free, and ultimately leads to a successful outcome.

Customer Reviews

We want you to be confident that you are working with professionals who have your best interests in mind. Below are just some of the many happy clients.

Tim’s contact details were passed onto me and my fiancée by my father, who has been a client of Tim’s for many years. We had no idea as to what deposit /savings we required or how much we could borrow. Tim was able to quickly calculate what a bank would lend us, and before we knew it, we bought our first home. Fort Finance was also able to assist us inworking out what Govt Grants we qualified for.

We look forward to Fort Finance helping us out with our lending needs for our next home and have no doubt we are fortunate to be in our home now and cannot thank Tim and his office enough.

Chelsea, First Home Buyer

I would like to consider myself as a sophisticated property investor, having bought and sold a number of properties over the last 10 years. Up until recently I was able to contact my local bank manager for my lending requirements. However, my contact at the bank has moved on, and try as I might I could not locate an appropriate professional to speak to.

Tony’s number was given to me by a family friend, and it quickly became apparent Tony had a fantastic knowledge of income tax returns and financial statements. Borrowing money for property purchases when you are self-employed, can be difficult – Tony’s experience in dealing with small businesses and understanding issues we can have with cashflow – is most comforting and provides me with the confidence I need to continue my wealth building via property purchases.

Charles, Self-Employed Businessman

I have been dealing with Tony and his office for at least 10 years. Recently we decided to complete a knock down rebuild at our home at Kotara. Our lender did not provide a construction loan; however, Tony was able to quickly locate a suitable lender and away we went. Tony’s office was able to help as the go-between for us, the builder, and the bank.

There is no way we could have managed this on our own. We are confident that Tony looks after our best interests and pass his name onto any of our friends and work mates – who he has looked after as well.

Karen & John, Knock Down Rebuild

I would like to consider myself as a sophisticated property investor, having bought and sold a number of properties over the last 10 years. Up until recently I was able to contact my local bank manager for my lending requirements. However, my contact at the bank has moved on, and try as I might I could not locate an appropriate professional to speak to.

Tony’s number was given to me by a family friend, and it quickly became apparent Tony had a fantastic knowledge of income tax returns and financial statements. Borrowing money for property purchases when you are self-employed, can be difficult – Tony’s experience in dealing with small businesses and understanding issues we can have with cashflow – is most comforting and provides me with the confidence I need to continue my wealth building via property purchases.

Charles, Self-Employed Businessman

I have been dealing with Tony and his office for at least 10 years. Recently we decided to complete a knock down rebuild at our home at Kotara. Our lender did not provide a construction loan; however, Tony was able to quickly locate a suitable lender and away we went. Tony’s office was able to help as the go-between for us, the builder, and the bank.

There is no way we could have managed this on our own. We are confident that Tony looks after our best interests and pass his name onto any of our friends and work mates – who he has looked after as well.

Karen & John, Knock Down Rebuild