About us
At Blain Financial, we strive for excellence in all that we do and look forward to helping you reach your finance goals. We believe that loan products should be easy to understand, easy to access and allow you peace of mind.
You should think of us as a professional resource in the same way you think of your accountant, financial planner or solicitor. You can rely on us to always think of your best interests.
We will work with you and your service providers (real estate agent, conveyancer and lender) during your purchasing or re-financing process, while ensuring you obtain the finance that best suits your circumstances and needs.
When you call Blain Financial, you will speak to a real person. We will guide you through your loan process, providing you with information and support every step of the way. Please contact us to learn more about how we can help you today.
meet our team
Lucy Blain
Mortgage Broker
Lucy loves helping her clients make educated and informed decisions on their loan structure and in turn creating security for themselves and their families. In Lucy’s words “There is nothing I love more than helping people turn their dreams into reality. To turn an initial conversation into a settled loan on a clients dream property is what really excites me’.
Having been in the property industry since 2006, Lucy believes that a holistic understanding of the real estate life cycle, product knowledge and experience are her greatest strengths. The banks are constantly changing their guidelines and policies so she prides herself on keeping up to date with the ever-changing lending landscape through ongoing training. Along with one of the most in depth understanding of the Canberra and surrounding market due to her time running the sales team at Allhomes.com.au.
Lucy believes that her understanding nature helps clients feel comfortable talking about their personal finances and situations. Once Lucy has taken the time to get to know her clients, she focuses on ensuring their loans are structured correctly and they are capable and confident with their ongoing repayments, as everyone is different with a diverse range of goals.
Lucy was born and raised in Canberra. With an undergraduate degree in Management from the University of Canberra, a diploma in Finance and a diploma in Real Estate, Lucy comes armed with all of the technical knowledge to put you in the best financial position going forward.
If running a mortgage business doesn’t keep Lucy busy, she spends her time chasing after her two children, Alexandra and George.
Kim McGuiness
Mortgage Broker
Kim McGuinness began her mortgage broking career with a larger ACT finance company, experiencing the ebbs-and-flows that come with lending and the property market. To further advance her property market knowledge and interaction in the depth of its activity, she chose to become a real estate agent. This career move resulted in a positive succession of property transactions across owner-occupied, investment and off plan dealings, however the lure of the finance industry was too strong. She returned to a mortgage broking environment, joining the team at Blain Financial in 2019.
Kim has been a home owner and investor from the early age of 21 years, having experienced the emotions of searching, applying for, and eagerly awaiting the positive outcome of finance or property offer and acceptance. To say she is passionate about property and what it brings with it would be an understatement. To say she ‘get’s it’ would be on-point.
Kim is not only well-versed to help negotiate the policy pathway within the banking world, she is also hands on when negotiating for and on behalf of her Clients to assist them in achieving their desired property goals and intentions. You’ll find Kim working tirelessly, with her meticulous attention to detail to get the job done right.
Keeping busy out of the office isn’t hard for Kim, nurturing two teenage sons and a love for being social, there is absolutely no rest for the wicked. You’ll absolutely appreciate her upbeat approach to life and lending.
Anmol Singh
Broker Assistant
Anmol, a dedicated professional, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from his background in finance and business. Holding a Bachelor of Business degree from the University of Tasmania, Anmol has honed his skills through roles at a major regional bank and as an Analyst at a Big 4 accounting firm. His expertise spans financial analysis, strategic insights, and exceptional customer service.
Currently serving as a Mortgage Broker Assistant at Blain Financial, Anmol excels in guiding clients through the intricacies of the mortgage process. His analytical prowess, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction ensure a seamless and efficient experience for every client. Anmol’s diligence, intelligence, and expertise make him an invaluable asset to the team at Blain Financial.
In his downtime, Anmol enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, and he has a passion for playing badminton.
Justine Sulit
Client Relationship Team
Starting his career with a major bank, Justine is a customer service guru with a passion for process and delighting clients.
With a Bachelor Degree in Accounting Technology, his analytical and solutions focus is evidenced in everything that he turns his hand too. Negotiating the banks and making sure that your application goes through smoothly is what Justine does with ease.
A keen cook and a social butterfly, Justine is a welcome addition to Blain Financial supporting the brokerage team.
Christian Sulit
Client Relationship Team
Meet Christian, an integral part of our mortgage brokering team. His career began as an Investigator in a private firm and previously taught at his Alma Mater, specialising in security and investigation. Christian brings a unique and probing approach to our team. Behind the scenes, Christian plays a crucial role in streamlining operations and providing invaluable support to our clients and brokers.
In his free time, he enjoys puzzles and video games. He has recently picked up an interest in reading philosophical and novel books.
Erwin Clarito
Client Relationship Team
Erwin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting Technology and brings valuable experience to his role as a Mortgage Broker Assistant. His career began in 2015 at a prominent hospital, where he served as an Account Payable Officer, followed by a position at an outsourcing company catering to large scale online clients in 2019.
Currently, as a dedicated mortgage broker assistant at Blain Financial, Erwin specialises in providing crucial support and expertise to ensure smooth and successful real estate transactions. With a meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to exceptional customer service, he works tirelessly to ensure that each client receives personalized attention and guidance.
Erwin’s goal is to empower clients to navigate the complexities of the mortgage process confidently and achieve their real estate goals.
In his spare time, Erwin loves spending time with his wife, riding his motorbike and watching Japanese anime
