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Top Mortgage Brokerages Australia 2026: Empower Wealth Ranked 15th Nationally

Empower Wealth has been recognised as the 15th-ranked brokerage in the Top Mortgage Brokerages Australia 2026 ranking, released by The Adviser.

In a year marked by record lending volumes, strong borrower demand and increasing competition across the broking industry, this recognition places Empower Wealth alongside some of Australia’s largest national networks.

For a residential-focused advisory firm with just 16 active brokers, standing among Australia’s largest and most established brokerages is a genuine honour. It reflects the trust our clients place in us and the consistent, strategic work our team delivers every day.

But what makes this achievement particularly meaningful isn’t just the ranking — it’s how it was earned.

A Record Year for Brokers — And Rising Standards Across the Industry

The 2026 ranking follows a period of exceptional activity in the Australian lending market.

Brokers settled more than $439 billion in FY25, with borrower demand accelerating as interest rates began easing in early 2025. The Top 25 Brokerages collectively settled more than $104 billion in loans, underscoring the scale and intensity of the current lending environment.

In an industry increasingly shaped by consolidation, technology investment and franchise expansion, the brokerages that perform at the highest level are those that combine efficiency, execution and strong customer outcomes.

That’s where Empower Wealth continues to stand apart.

A Residential-Focused Brokerage Among National Giants

Many of the brokerages ranked in the Top Mortgage Brokerages Australia 2026 list operate with hundreds — and in some cases thousands — of brokers nationwide. Several offer extensive commercial, business and asset finance divisions, alongside acquisition-led growth strategies.

Empower Wealth takes a different approach.

We’re not a franchise network. We specialise in residential lending strategy. And our focus remains firmly on helping everyday Australians navigate their property journey with clarity and confidence.

In FY25 alone, our team settled over $1.2 billion in residential loans, securing our place among the top mortgage brokerages in Australia in 2026.

We don’t aim to be the biggest.

We aim to be strategic, efficient and deeply aligned to our clients’ long-term goals.

Building on Momentum: Recognising a Strong 2025

This recognition marks our first industry award for 2026 — and it builds on strong momentum from 2025.

Last year, Empower Wealth was also recognised for the value we provide to clients, including:

These acknowledgements are particularly meaningful to our team because they are not simply based on loan volume. They recognise the quality of strategy, advice, service standards and long-term outcomes delivered to clients.

At our core, we are not just in the lending business.

We are in the financial transformation business.

That means structuring loans correctly, aligning finance to property strategy, protecting borrowing capacity, and helping clients move forward with confidence — whether it’s their first home, next home or an investment property.

While industry rankings reflect performance, these awards reflect purpose. And we are incredibly proud of both.

Helping Everyday Australians Build Financial Peace

At Empower Wealth, lending isn’t transactional. It’s part of a broader financial transformation journey.

Whether someone is:

  • Buying their first home
  • Upgrading to their next family home
  • Refinancing to improve structure
  • Building an investment portfolio
  • Restructuring debt for greater cash flow

Our role is to ensure their lending decisions support their long-term property and wealth strategy.

As Skye Callaghan, Head of Mortgage Advisory at Empower Wealth, explains:

“Being recognised as the 15th-ranked brokerage in the Top 25 Brokerages in Australia is an incredible honour — not because of the number itself, but because of what it represents. The Adviser’s annual ranking identifies Australia’s top-performing brokerages by assessing key business metrics and overall productivity, showcasing the broking groups that write large loan volumes while delivering exceptional customer service.

At our core, we are in the financial transformation business. Our ‘why’ has always been simple yet powerful: to build financial peace and create wealthier tomorrows for our clients. This recognition reflects the dedication, professionalism, and genuine care that every member of our team brings to that mission every single day.

Our clients sit at the centre of everything we do and when you show up with purpose, passion, and integrity — people feel it. I couldn’t be prouder of our team and the impact we are making in the lives of the clients we serve.

That philosophy underpins everything we do — from loan structuring and lender selection through to portfolio sequencing and long-term strategy planning.

More Than a Loan — A Long-Term Strategy

Our mortgage advisory team works closely with our property wealth planning specialists to ensure lending decisions align with:

  • Future borrowing capacity
  • Portfolio scalability
  • Cash flow sustainability
  • Risk management across rate cycles

For many of our clients, lending is just one piece of a broader financial roadmap.

If you’d like to explore how we approach strategic lending, you may find these resources helpful:

Considering Your Next Property Move?

If you’re buying, refinancing or planning your next investment, our residential lending specialists are here to help.

Learn more about our mortgage advisory services here or request a free, no-obligation consultation by filling in the form below.

 

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