HomeStart brings home major finance industry award
Thursday, 28 May 2026
HomeStart’s specialty lending - which is helping more South Australians into home ownership in more ways - has been recognised by a peak industry body at its prestigious annual awards.
The State Government-backed low-deposit lender, which recently expanded some of its most popular products, won the Speciality Lender Award (SA/NT) at the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia State Excellence Awards.
The awards were judged by an independent panel of industry experts and play a key role in lifting the standards of service and professionalism in mortgage and finance services.
HomeStart CEO Andrew Mills said recognition from the MFAA underlined the importance of HomeStart’s role in the broader housing market.
It comes on the back of HomeStart’s significant investment in technology – and improved service levels for brokers – with further changes to come.
“Being recognised by our industry peers is a tribute to the whole HomeStart team and our growing network of more than 850 brokers,” Mr Mills said.
“Brokers play a vital role in helping South Australians navigate the housing market.
“Together, we are proud to continue breaking down barriers to home ownership through our specialty lending products, particularly for many South Australians who believe home ownership is out of reach.
“From our HomeStart Loan and Shared Equity Option to our newly-expanded Graduate Loan and options to boost borrowing power and meet upfront costs, we are demonstrating what innovation in specialty lending can achieve.”
The State Government-backed low-deposit lender, which recently expanded some of its most popular products, won the Speciality Lender Award (SA/NT) at the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia State Excellence Awards.
The awards were judged by an independent panel of industry experts and play a key role in lifting the standards of service and professionalism in mortgage and finance services.
HomeStart CEO Andrew Mills said recognition from the MFAA underlined the importance of HomeStart’s role in the broader housing market.
It comes on the back of HomeStart’s significant investment in technology – and improved service levels for brokers – with further changes to come.
“Being recognised by our industry peers is a tribute to the whole HomeStart team and our growing network of more than 850 brokers,” Mr Mills said.
“Brokers play a vital role in helping South Australians navigate the housing market.
“Together, we are proud to continue breaking down barriers to home ownership through our specialty lending products, particularly for many South Australians who believe home ownership is out of reach.
“From our HomeStart Loan and Shared Equity Option to our newly-expanded Graduate Loan and options to boost borrowing power and meet upfront costs, we are demonstrating what innovation in specialty lending can achieve.”
