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Meet the Team

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Jye Cajar

DIRECTOR

Jye is an experienced home loan specialist with over 20 years experience in the finance and banking industry including working at some of the leading financial institutes in a variety of different roles.

Jye holds a current Diploma of Mortgage Broking and continues to ensure that he is kept up to date with lenders products and the industry and generaly regularly attending seminars and training courses and adhering to continual professional development.

Accredited with over 30 different lenders, all with different products and services, Jye is able to ensure that your financial needs and requirements and met with the best possible product, offering you the best chance to meet your financial goals.

“Having a panel of over 30 lenders ensures that I can find the right loan for any circumstances. Research is key, keeping up to date with policy and product changes with every lender ensures that I can offer the best product available for my clients.”

Purchasing or selling property is one of the most stressful times in a person’s life. With his wealth of experience and knowledge, Jye is able to assist in making this process as stress free as possible by working closely with real estate agents, solicitors and conveyancers, and with guiding you through the process.

“Buying a house can be a stressful process and something that most people will experience only a handful of times throughout their life. Dealing with the purchase process every day for the last 20 years, means that I can guide my clients through the whole process and not just the loan.”

What’s more, he is committed to helping his clients plan for the future. He can explain how best to utilise the equity in your home and how to manage your home finance to your best advantage. Whether you require a first home loan, commercial finance, investment loans or any other property finance help, Jye can help you find a personalised finance solution.

Away from finance, Jye is an active member of the local community with involvement in a variety of different sporting clubs. He enjoys spending time with his family, following most sports and competing in the odd triathlon or running event.

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Greg Burgess

DIRECTOR

With over 15 years as a successful owner-operated mortgage broker, Greg looks forward to working with clients to achieve their goals.

Greg acquired his Diploma in Finance and Broking Management, and is an Accredited Mortgage Consultant. He is a member of both the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia and the Credit Ombudsman Service. He is also a Justice of the Peace, and takes each of his commitments to the community both seriously and with great pride.

“As a mortgage Broker that services the financial needs of my clients, I hold values such as commitment, honesty and integrity at the forefront of my business. I treat clientele like I would family, and work hard to provide a familiar and uncomplicated service.
Organising your finances is not something I take lightly, but I strive to make the entire process as simple and easy to understand as possible.”

Greg is available 7 days a week to discuss and meet client financial needs.

Micheal Buchanan

Michael Buchanan

MORTGAGE BROKER

Michael brings a wealth of financial experience to the Lighthouse Home Loans team. He’s someone that is reliable and will keep you informed through each step of the lending process.

Having worked at some of Australia’s biggest Credit Unions and Banks across the Illawarra and surrounding areas for over 25yrs he understands the local market and that not all customers are alike. Michael always puts the customers’ needs first and enjoys building strong relationships with them in order to find the right solution that fits their situation.

“Buying a home or Investment property should be an enjoyable experience and I’m here to make your next purchase or refinance as stress free as possible. The loan you choose will only be the start of our Journey together as you will receive regular financial updates and a complimentary annual review to ensure you are always receiving the best deal possible”.

Away from lending Michael is a keen golfer who loves to watch and play sport. He enjoys Travelling and socialising with family and friends and can’t wait for the next big adventure.

Laura Cajar

Laura Cajar

OFFICE MANAGER

Having come from a career of over 20 years in the Real Estate Industry, Laura brings a wealth of knowledge about all things residential and commercial property related. This knowledge allows Laura to guide our clients through the process of buying a home of investment property which can be otherwise an extremely stressful time, particularly for first home buyers.

Laura holds a Bachelor of Business (Business Management) and more recently completed her Diploma of Mortgage Broking to specialise her skills to her new industry.

As the Office Manager, Laura also attends regular education and training to ensure that the Lighthouse Home Loans team are kept up to date with the latest software developments, industry updates and legislative requirements.

Laura’s unique skill set adds a valuable different perspective to our mortgage broking team.

Outside of work, Laura enjoys spending time outdoors, and with her husband and two children. She is also an active member of several local community and sporting groups.

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