Mortgage brokers in Wollongong and Illawarra
61 mortgage broking firms across 44 Wollongong and Illawarra suburbs, rated 5.0 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 Wollongong and Illawarra
Mortgage brokers and home loans in Wollongong and Illawarra
61 mortgage broking firms on BrokerScore are based in Wollongong and Illawarra, across 44 suburbs. Together they have 2,022 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
At the 2021 Census, 33% of homes across these suburbs were owned with a mortgage (NSW: 33%), 34% were owned outright and 30% were rented. In most suburbs the median mortgage repayment was between $1,950 and $2,338 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 Wollongong and Illawarra
The 5% Deposit Scheme price cap in Wollongong and Illawarra is $1,500,000. Eligible first home buyers can buy up to that price with a 5% deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance.
New South Wales grants and concessions- No transfer duty on new or existing homes up to $800,000, and reduced duty up to $1 million.
- No duty on vacant land up to $350,000, and reduced duty up to $450,000.
- A First Home Owner (New Homes) Grant is available for eligible new homes. Check Revenue NSW for the current amount and caps.
General information only, checked 9 October 2026. Sources: 5% Deposit Scheme price caps, New South Wales.
First home buyer mortgage brokers in Wollongong and Illawarra →Mortgage broker Wollongong and Illawarra FAQs
How many mortgage brokers are there in Wollongong and Illawarra?
There are 61 mortgage broking firms on BrokerScore based in Wollongong and Illawarra. The suburbs with the most choice are Kembla Grange, Stream Hill and East Corrimal. Search your suburb to see who’s closest to you.
How much does a mortgage broker cost in Wollongong and Illawarra?
Most mortgage brokers in Wollongong and Illawarra 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 Wollongong and Illawarra?
The price cap in Wollongong and Illawarra is $1,500,000. Eligible first home buyers can buy up to this price with a 5% deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance under the Australian Government 5% Deposit Scheme.
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 Wollongong and Illawarra on BrokerScore is on the ASIC register, whichever name they use.
How do I choose a mortgage broker in Wollongong and Illawarra?
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.