Sam Wightman

Greer

We want to thank Sam Whightman and the loan market team for helping us through the biggest (and scariest) step of our life in applying for a home loan. He put our minds at ease every step of the way and also tailored the plan to our values and goals which was very impressive. Sam answered all our questions, and really simplified things for us so we understood it. We are eternally grateful and would definitely recommend to anyone.

Irene Hyder

As a first home buyer, I honestly don't think I would be where I am today - waiting for settlement on my first home - without Sam Wightman. Before speaking with him, I genuinely believed I would be renting for the rest of my life. I had never even heard of the Help to Buy Scheme until Sam introduced it to me, and that completely changed my outlook on what was possible. From the very beginning, Sam patiently guided me through every stage of the home buying journey. He explained not only the Help to Buy Scheme but also the entire home buying process-from the differences between purchasing through a private treaty versus an auction to what happens at every stage-in a way that was easy to understand. No matter how many questions I asked, he never made me feel like I was asking too much. As a first home buyer, that meant more to me than I can express. Years before meeting Sam, I had spoken to staff from several different banks while trying to understand home loans. I was introduced to terms such as loan-to-value ratio (LVR), fixed, variable and split loans, offset accounts and redraw facilities. Instead of helping me, each conversation left me more confused until I spoke with Sam. He took the time to explain what each of these terms meant, how they worked, the differences between them, and how they would affect me personally. For the first time in years, I finally understood home loans. It genuinely felt like a lightbulb moment. He organised my finance and obtained formal approval with the bank very quickly, consistently responded promptly, and kept the process moving efficiently. He clearly explained exchange and settlement and walked me through every figure involved. Whenever I wanted to understand where every dollar was coming from-whether it was my contribution, the bank's contribution, Housing Australia's contribution, conveyancing costs or other expenses - Sam always took the time to break everything down so I was never left confused. He also provided advice on conveyancers and solicitors, helped coordinate with everyone involved, guided me through signing loan documents and prepared detailed financial plans for both the first property I considered and the property I ultimately purchased and even told me about a complimentary utility connection service to help organise electricity, gas, internet and other essential services. Every plan clearly outlined the purchase price, deposits, surplus funds, body corporate costs, conveyancing fees and other expected expenses, allowing me to compare my options with confidence. It was another example of him thinking ahead and making what could have been a stressful part of the process much easier. What stood out most was that I never felt alone during what can be an overwhelming process. He communicated clearly, genuinely cared about making sure I understood everything rather than simply telling me what to sign, and always made time for my questions without making me feel like I was inconveniencing him. Even as I approach settlement, Sam has reassured me that he'll continue to check in throughout the life of my mortgage. Knowing that I can continue to reach out to him whenever I need guidance or have questions gives me enormous peace of mind, especially as a first home buyer. It's reassuring to know that his support doesn't end once the loan is approved or settlement takes place. Buying your first home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make, and it can be incredibly intimidating. Sam transformed what I expected to be an overwhelming and confusing experience into one where I felt informed, supported and confident every step of the way. If you're looking for a mortgage broker who is knowledgeable, patient, transparent, incredibly responsive and genuinely invested in helping his clients succeed, I cannot recommend Sam highly enough. Whether you're buying your first home or have purchased before, you'll be in excellent hands.

Georgie Wade

Highly recommend Sam and the team at Loan Market! Always one step ahead and made the process of buying stress free!

Timothy Klease

Sam and Zoe made the whole process of refinancing and getting a competitive rate simple and straightforward forward. I will be using them again in the future

Dunja Kaczmarek

Sam is knowledgeable, attentive to detail and highly responsive. He always thinks a few steps ahead, which makes the process easier and more predictable. His team including Zoe and others provide excellent support.

Shayne Meizer

My wife and I have had a great experience working with Sam and his team to secure our first home loan. They have made this whole process easy to understand and were always quick to respond to messages and emails, no matter the time. They have kept us in the loop the entire way and regularly check in, which has made us feel really supported. They were also very helpful and thorough making this experience run smoothly. They are very approachable and easy to work with and we highly recommend them to anyone looking for a broker.