Mortgage brokers in regional Queensland
77 mortgage broking firms across 92 Regional Queensland suburbs, rated 4.9 out of 5 on average. Choose your suburb to compare the mortgage brokers (finance brokers and home loan brokers) near you.
Updated October 2026
Popular suburbs in regional Queensland
Mortgage brokers and home loans in regional Queensland
77 mortgage broking firms on BrokerScore are based in regional Queensland, across 92 suburbs. Together they have 3,232 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
At the 2021 Census, 30% of homes across these suburbs were owned with a mortgage (QLD: 34%), 33% were owned outright and 33% were rented. In most suburbs the median mortgage repayment was between $1,300 and $1,625 a month.
Home ownership figures: ABS 2021 Census, used under CC BY 4.0. Mortgage broker figures from BrokerScore, updated October 2026.
Buying your first home in regional Queensland
The 5% Deposit Scheme price cap depends on the suburb. Eligible first home buyers can buy up to the cap with a 5% deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance.
- $700,000 in the rest of Queensland (70 Regional Queensland suburbs)
- $1,000,000 in Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast (14 Regional Queensland suburbs)
- A First Home Owner Grant of up to $30,000 for eligible new homes valued under $750,000.
- A full transfer duty concession for eligible first home buyers buying or building a new home.
- A partial first home concession may apply to established homes.
General information only, checked 9 October 2026. Sources: 5% Deposit Scheme price caps, Queensland.
First home buyer mortgage brokers in regional Queensland →Mortgage broker Regional Queensland FAQs
How many mortgage brokers are there in regional Queensland?
There are 77 mortgage broking firms on BrokerScore based in regional Queensland. The suburbs with the most choice are Andergrove, Blacks Beach and Bucasia. Search your suburb to see who’s closest to you.
How much does a mortgage broker cost in regional Queensland?
Most mortgage brokers in regional Queensland don’t charge you for a standard home loan. They’re usually paid a commission by the lender once your loan settles. Some charge a fee for complex loans, so ask upfront. Every mortgage broker must give you a credit guide explaining how they’re paid.
What is the 5% Deposit Scheme price cap in regional Queensland?
It depends on the suburb: $700,000 in the rest of Queensland and $1,000,000 in Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. Check the suburb page, or confirm with a participating lender or mortgage broker.
Should I use a mortgage broker or go straight to my bank?
A bank can only offer its own home loans. A mortgage broker compares loans from the lenders on their panel. They must act in your best interests, and they handle the paperwork through to settlement.
Is a finance broker the same as a mortgage broker?
Usually, yes. In Australia “mortgage broker”, “finance broker” and “home loan broker” are used for the same job: a licensed credit representative who compares home loans from several lenders and arranges the one you choose. Some finance brokers also arrange car, equipment or business loans. Every mortgage broker in regional Queensland on BrokerScore is on the ASIC register, whichever name they use.
How do I choose a mortgage broker in regional Queensland?
Start with your suburb so you see who’s close by, then compare BrokerScores and recent reviews. Check they help with your situation, see which lenders they work with, and ask how they’re paid. You can message any mortgage broker on BrokerScore for free.