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For QLD Property Investors

Give Us 30 Minutes And We’ll Show You How To Unlock Up To $200,000 In Extra Borrowing Capacity

We don’t just push one bank. We actively compare your borrowing capacity across multiple investor-friendly lenders to secure the strongest possible borrowing outcome.

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The Real Problem

Stop Letting One Bad Loan Destroy Your Investing Plans

Most property investors don’t get stuck because they chose the wrong property. They get stuck because their loan was structured like a standard home loan… not an investment strategy.

At first, everything feels fine. The loan’s approved. The rate looks good. You move on.

Then it’s time to buy again… your borrowing capacity has suddenly gone down the drain by $150k–$300k.

$150k–$300k The typical drop in borrowing capacity when a loan is structured like a standard home loan instead of an investment strategy.

That’s where we come in. We work your numbers across multiple investor-friendly lenders and structure your loans properly. So today’s approval doesn’t limit tomorrow’s opportunities.

Instead of guessing or relying on one bank, you get clarity on how much you can actually borrow, which lenders suit your long-term plan, and how to keep your portfolio moving forward.

Growing Portfolios

Join Aussies Turning 1 Investment Property Into 2… And Then 3…

Unlike larger brokerages where you become just another number, your strategy is personally overseen from start to finish.

No handballs. No departments. No guessing.
Every client gets a strategy built around how they want their portfolio to grow — not just today’s purchase.
Whether you’re buying your first investment or lining up your third, we’re here to help.
Hundreds of Queenslanders have trusted us to guide their lending decisions and move forward with confidence.
Australian investors growing their portfolio
What Clients Say

Trusted By Hundreds Of Queenslanders

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Matt Shavikin
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Richard and team made the process simple and efficient, with great communication along the way!
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I have been dealing with Richard, Josh, and the Ausfirst Lending team for many years, and their service has always been exceptional. Most recently, they helped us secure a new mortgage for our family home. They were professional, efficient, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. Their communication and support made everything seamless and stress-free. I couldn't recommend them highly enough. Thank you to the whole team!
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Ausfirst have always been very helpful and professional in providing loan options and guidance to us and our family. Chris & Kerry M
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Aden Dall'Osto
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Richard and his team are absolute lifesavers. My partner and I came to them after another broker flat-out rejected our application and left us stranded. Richard stepped in with incredible energy and an immediate eagerness to help, and the team got us an answer within just 24 hours. The work ethic here is next level; Richard was sending us crucial updates at 1900hrs so we never had to stress about where things stood. Professional, relentless, and truly dedicated to getting the deal done. Highly recommend!
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Alana Blumsom
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I honestly can’t recommend Richard highly enough. From our very first conversation, it was obvious that he genuinely cared about getting the best outcome for us, he is incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and patient. Richard had pre approval for our home loan before the original company we chose to go with even bothered to respond.  Richard was always available to answer questions, explain things in plain English, and keep us updated. These days I find it is rare to come across someone who exceeds expectations to the extent Richard did. He went above and beyond at every stage, and the outcome he achieved for us was fantastic. If you’re looking for a mortgage broker who genuinely cares, works incredibly hard for his clients, and delivers exceptional results, Richard is the person you want in your corner. Thank you, Richard. We were absolutely blown away by your service.
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Nathan Wilson
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Richard and the team worked tirelessly to ensure the goal was met. This was through consistent knowledge of products and persistence with a hard lender
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Larenda Bright
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Best in the business. Detailed and professional. Answer questions clearly & offer solutions. Love working with them.
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Shane Bright
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Time for another review! We've known Richard for over 30 years now... & have trusted him & his team with all our finance requirements no matter how big or small. With Josh working alongside, they are the perfect team. We are 1400ks away, and everything is super easy, super efficient & easy to process... Wouldn't go anywhere else. Thank you again .. A Team.
Richard Luke — CEO, Ausfirst Lending Group
Richard Luke CEO & SMSF Lending Specialist
You Will Speak With Richard

Meet Richard Luke

30+ Years in Finance SMSF Lending Specialist Brisbane & Sunshine Coast 50+ Years Combined Team Experience

With over 30 years in finance and lending, Richard Luke leads Ausfirst Lending Group with one clear focus: helping Australians use their SMSF to build long-term wealth the right way.

Combining his background in business, financial planning, and lending, Richard brings clarity to what can often feel like a complex process. SMSF lending isn’t a side offering — it’s a specialty. Every strategy is structured carefully, compliantly, and with your retirement goals front of mind.

No handballs. No confusion. Richard personally oversees your journey from first conversation through to settlement, ensuring everything is clear, transparent, and aligned with your long-term plan.

Backed by an award-recognised team with 50+ years of combined experience, Ausfirst is trusted by trustees across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast who want straight answers and structured outcomes.

Simple & Transparent

Here’s How It Works…

This isn’t an automated rate quote and it’s not a generic pre-approval. It starts with a strategy conversation, where we understand your income, existing properties if any, equity, and where you actually want your portfolio to go.

01 Strategy Conversation

We start by understanding your income, equity, existing properties, and where you want your portfolio to go — not just today’s purchase.

02 Multi-Lender Assessment

We assess your borrowing capacity across multiple investor-friendly lenders, not just the one a bank wants to sell you.

03 Loan Structure Planning

We identify which lenders suit your situation now and later, and get clear on the loan setup that keeps future purchases possible.

04 Ready To Move Forward

Everything is handled if and when you’re ready. No delays, no confusion — Richard oversees every step through to settlement.

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