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Dean Freda - Brokerage & Co

Updated 2026-08-01 · 5,295 reviewed · 601 listed · Scored from 37 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(37) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
First Home Buyer LoansInvestment Property LoansCommercial & Business FinanceReverse Mortgage & Retirement FinanceMortgage Broker
Dean Freda - Brokerage & Co
Services
First Home Buyer Loans, Investment Property Loans, Commercial & Business Finance
Reviews
37

What recent reviews say

Every review highlights Dean's thorough communication, willingness to explain terms plainly, and ability to secure loans where other brokers would not. Clients consistently praise his patience, availability, and hands-on approach through complex property purchases and refinancing, even for non-standard borrowing situations.

Reviewers span first-home buyers, FIFO workers, refinancing clients, and investment property purchases. Many note he understood their specific circumstances and tailored solutions accordingly, with no complaints recorded across 20 reviews.

Praised for
  • responsive and clear communication
  • knowledgeable and professional
  • solves difficult lending situations
  • goes above and beyond
  • approachable and down-to-earth
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Best for: First-home buyers wanting hands-on guidance; self-employed or FIFO workers needing specialized lending solutions.

Strengths

  • Solves difficult lending cases other brokers decline
  • Explains loan terms and options clearly
  • Available and responsive throughout the process
  • Understands non-standard borrower situations like FIFO workers

What reviews say by service

First Home Buyer Loans
Clients praise clear guidance, availability, and stress-free experience; several mention he simplified a complex process.
refinancing
Repeat clients used refinancing services successfully; praised for managing bank difficulties and finding better outcomes.
Investment Property Loans
The team clients purchase investment and holiday properties, including cases where other brokers would not engage.
Commercial & Business Finance
Listed as a service; no specific review evidence provided.
Mortgage Broker
All reviews reflect broker services. Clients consistently note he found solutions when other brokers declined.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.93 average across the 371 first home buyer loans businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 38% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 99
Review volume 69
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Does Dean work with non-standard borrowers like FIFO workers or self-employed people?
Yes. One client specifically noted Dean understood and successfully structured a loan around a FIFO work pattern. His website also lists self-employed and alt-doc lending as services.
What if other brokers have already declined my application?
Reviewers mention Dean solved loans other brokers declined, including a four-year lending struggle and an unusual holiday house purchase case.
Will Dean explain what's happening each step of the way?
Yes. Multiple clients praised his willingness to explain loan terms, rates, and options clearly without being patronizing.
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Last updated 2026-08-01