| Role: | Lending Specialist |
| Home Location: | Port Macquarie, NSW |
| Mobile: | 0405 038 927 |
| Email: | Contact Us |
| Qualifications: | B.Th (history) - Bachelor of Theology Dip FMBM - Diploma Finance and Mortgage Broking Management Certificate IV Finance and Mortgage Broking Advance Diploma Management |
| Memberships: | FBAA - Finance Brokers Association of Australasia AFCA - Australian Financial Complaints Authority |
With a dynamic career spanning over 14 years in the financial industry and background in Hospitality Management, Malinda brings a wealth of experience to her broking business, including a Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management. Malinda started her finance journey at a major Big 4 Bank and moved onto the more personalised approach of a smaller community-based lender, before becoming a self-employed Mortgage Broker.
Malinda has a genuine passion for assisting people in achieving their financial goals and manage their financial needs wisely, with a primary focus on optimising their savings. Witnessing people accomplish their financial goals is truly rewarding, and Malinda is thrilled to play a part in that journey.
Over the past 6 years Malinda has successfully managed several businesses giving her an intimate understanding of the distinct challenges self-employed individuals encounter when seeking financial solutions. The ongoing hands-on experience of managing the financial operations in both her own business and her partners local café keeps her well grounded in the world of small business.
Originally from Port Macquarie (via New Zealand), Malinda has come full circle after living in various locations including the NT, QLD, the Macleay Valley and even internationally. Malinda lives with her partner, a skilled chef, his son and their English Staffy, Wilfrid. When she isn't crunching numbers, you’ll find Malinda embracing her musical side as a clarinet player in the Port Macquarie Hastings Municipal Band (even if she plays more ‘misses’ than ‘hits’), enjoying yoga or indulging in Mystery Audio Books.
We genuinely believe that Malinda is the right person to handle your financial needs, and she is excited about the prospect of working together with you. Let's make your financial goals a reality!
Malinda Sherrard (Australian Credit Representative 528874) operates independently and engage the services of Regional Finance Solutions Pty Ltd (Australian Credit Licence 484980). Malinda is neither an employee nor agent of Regional Finance Solutions Pty Ltd.
5 Stars!
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Malinda as our mortgage broker and wish we could give more than 5 stars! From the very first consultation, Malinda was warm, knowledgeable, and attentive to our specific needs. She took the time to explain every step of the process, answering all of our questions and ensuring we fully understood our options.
Her communication was outstanding—always quick to respond and proactive in providing updates, we felt completely supported throughout the entire process. Thanks to her expertise and dedication we are now in our own home.
We look forward to working with Malinda again in the future.
BJ - Dec 2024
Malinda yet again navigated us through a redraw. She is fantastic at what she does so we always know we’re in good hands with her on our side.We have been with Malinda 2 years now and consider her a friend not just our broker we love how personable and down to earth she is. We highly recommend Malinda for all your borrowing and refinancing.
TH - Oct 2024
Excellent service! Above expectations!
JD - Oct 2024
Malinda was super helpful. Patient with me when I had heaps of questions and worked with us every time plans changed. Would definitely recommend her to everyone.
MF - Oct 2024
Malinda did a great job and despite many unusual situations through the process, she was patient and professional resulting in a successful outcome.
We are so happy with her service and can recommend her.
NS - Sep 2024
Great communication and Malinda showed a genuine interest in guiding us through every step of the process
A happy client - Aug 2024
From the moment we contacted Malinda she was very professional. She answered all our questions and was patient as we completed the required paperwork. Malinda went above and beyond to assist us with our financial needs.
AH - Jul 2024
Malinda was highly recommended to me as an amazing mortgage broker who weaves magic! She definitely sprinkled her magic in all the incredible work she put into securing my loan for me. The care, thoroughness, attention to detail was exceptional. I have recommended her to a number of friends across the country! Honestly can't go past Malinda as an incredible mortgage broker.
Louise H - Jul 2024
“Nothing was too much or too hard for Malinda when it came to supporting us. She was constantly checking in with us to ensure we were always updated.
Anon - Mar 2024
I couldn't recommend Malinda Sherrard highly enough. Malinda will look after you in a personal way and take into account your goals, wishes, and your family dynamics, work and lifestyle. Malinda is an honest broker who isn't out for herself. Give her a call.
Barbara J - Jul 2023
Thankyou again for your care and professional help in every circumstance. We will always be thankful that we found you. You have stamina, expertise and total commitment to everyone who employs your services! We will always recommend you every time.
Rachael B - May 2023
We needed a loan that suited us and our needs. Malinda listened to us, answered all our questions and worked tirelessly to make our dream a reality, and we can't thank her enough. She is passionate about her job and prides herself on getting an outcome for her clients, and that showed. We highly recommend Malinda and look forward to working with her on future investments.
Brenda H - May 2023
Not only have I saved money on my mortgage, Malinda Sherrard’s service was exceptional and another reason to support local businesses.
Kerry G - May 2023
Malinda Sherrard is a fantasy rockstar. We will always be eternally grateful for helping us out
Matt H - Feb 2023
We highly recommend Malinda, she goes above & beyond to understand your personal circumstances and to achieve the lowest interest rate options that will work with you into the future. She is personally invested in the process with you and is very knowledgable in her field. Thank you for all your efforts, it is greatly appreciated.
Karen P - Oct 2022
Malinda really loves her job, and it shows. She went above and beyond to get me and my partner a loan for our first home together. She worked so hard to find the most suitable options to make sure you’re getting the best and most practicable deal. Malinda works countless hours and was always available to answer my many questions.
Nicole W - Oct 2022
Malinda walked me through every step of the overwhelming process of communicating my unique situation to the right lenders. Not only did she help me secure a loan, but she connected me with a lender who is perfect for me. A Credit Union with a stong ethical rating, I now feel the interest I repay is going back into a community. Thank you Malinda for holding my man-child hand through the process of a first home purchase. I massively recommend Malinda; she gets it done!
Rob H - Sep 2022
Malinda was always working with us to achieve our goal of getting a construction loan for our forever home. She worked well into the late hours and was always there to answer any email or text with questions we had. During this uncertain time with rate rises and product rises, Malinda still went out of her way and made sure she found a lender that would work to our needs. I cannot rate her high enough. She is a lovely person, and if we ever need a mortgage broker again, she will be the one I turn to." "Thank you so much for everything Malinda, we are so happy to finally have a place of our own.
Nikki K - Aug 2022
We really appreciate the time and energy you've spent on us and for making our dreams become a reality, using a Broker has been a much nicer experience, that's for sure!
Tahlea H - Aug 2022
From day one Malinda put our financial needs first. She made the entire process so easy from start to finish. She always got right back to us. Answered every question. Even the stupid ones. To say the least I am overwhelmed with the quality of service Malinda provided.
Krysta R - May 2022