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Alex Bongiorno - The Lending Project

Updated 2026-08-01 · 5,295 reviewed · 601 listed · Scored from 128 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(128) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Commercial & Business FinanceMortgage Broker
Alex Bongiorno - The Lending Project
Services
Commercial & Business Finance, Mortgage Broker
Reviews
128

What recent reviews say

Alex Bongiorno and the team consistently handle investment property purchases, refinancing, and first home loans with methodical follow-through. Reviewers cite direct access to Alex, proactive check-ins, clear explanations of lending terms, and a track record of securing higher borrowing power or better rates than previous brokers offered.

Clients particularly value the personal touch during stressful settlement periods and the team's ability to navigate complex or non-standard situations. Many describe feeling supported rather than hurried, with the broker taking time to address every question and ensuring paperwork felt manageable rather than overwhelming.

Praised for
  • responsive communication and availability
  • explained options clearly
  • went above and beyond
  • got better rates and borrowing capacity than expected
  • made complex processes feel simple and stress-free
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Best for: First-time investors and property buyers who value direct contact and detailed explanations.
Think twice if: No substantive caveats emerge from the review evidence.

Strengths

  • Direct access to the broker and immediate availability
  • Higher borrowing capacity than clients' previous brokers
  • Handles complex lending situations without fuss
  • Clear, patient communication throughout the process

What reviews say by service

Investment Property Loans
Clients secured higher borrowing capacity and competitive rates than expected; complex purchases handled with ease
refinancing
Refinance clients received significantly better rates and terms than their existing loans
First Home Buyer Loans
First-time buyers praised clear guidance through finance process and stress-free settlement
Mortgage Broker
Direct broker access and proactive communication throughout every stage valued across all loan types

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.96 average across the 327 commercial & business finance businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 74% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 99
Review volume 92
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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126
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1
1

Common questions

Can I speak directly to Alex during the loan process?
Yes. Reviewers consistently note direct availability to Alex throughout the process, including answering questions and providing regular check-ins.
What if my previous broker couldn't give me a good borrowing capacity?
Several reviewers report Alex secured significantly higher borrowing capacity than their previous brokers, even when those brokers had already assessed them.
Does The Lending Project handle complex loan situations?
Yes. The team has navigated complex circumstances including settlement-day issues, non-standard situations, and multiple concurrent loans for the same clients.
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Last updated 2026-08-01