Cairns & Far North Queensland

Finance Broker
in Cairns

First home, next home, refinance or self-employed lending. Renaee does the legwork and deals with the banks, so you don’t have to.

  • 5-star rated by clients on Facebook
  • FBAA Full Member
  • Licensed Credit Representative
  • Cairns local, 10+ years

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Mac & Co Lending

Renaee McSwan

Your local finance broker

Who is Mac & Co?

Finance made simple, human and local.

Mac & Co Lending is Renaee McSwan, a born-and-bred Cairns local with over ten years in finance and property. She started Mac & Co to do things differently: warm, jargon-free, and genuinely on your side.

Renaee takes the time to understand where you’re at and where you want to get to, then compares options across a panel of lenders to help you find a loan that fits. Whether you meet in person or sort it over the phone, you’ll always deal with Renaee directly.

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How Renaee can help

Home loans and lending across Cairns

Whatever stage you’re at, Renaee compares options across a panel of lenders to help you find a loan that fits. No jargon, no pressure.

Home Loans

Buying your next place? Renaee compares options across a panel of lenders to find a loan that fits where you are now and where you are heading.

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First Home Buyers

Buying your first home is exciting and a little daunting. Renaee walks you through every step in plain English, no jargon.

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Refinancing & Debt Consolidation

Not sure your current loan still suits you? Renaee can review it and compare options that might better fit your situation.

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Investment Loans

Building a property portfolio? Renaee helps you structure investment lending with the long game in mind.

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Asset Finance (Cars & Equipment)

Need a new vehicle or equipment for work or life? Renaee can help you sort finance for cars and business assets.

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Self-Employed & Non-Standard Income Lending

Run your own business or have income that does not fit a neat box? This is exactly who Renaee helps.

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Renaee’s specialty

Self-employed? You’re exactly who Renaee helps.

If you run your own business, contract, or your income just doesn’t fit the banks’ neat little boxes, getting a loan can feel like hitting a wall. Renaee knows which lenders understand non-standard income, helps you get your paperwork sorted, and advocates for you so your situation is understood, not dismissed.

Why a broker

Why use a Cairns finance broker?

A broker works for you, not the bank. Here’s what that actually means when you work with Renaee.

A panel of lenders, not one bank

Renaee compares options across a panel of lenders, so you’re not stuck with whatever your bank happens to offer.

She does the paperwork

From the application to dealing with the banks, Renaee handles the back-and-forth so you don’t have to.

In it for the long game

With annual reviews, Renaee keeps an eye on your loan as life and the market change, not just at settlement.

One relationship, not a call centre

You deal with Renaee directly, every time. A real local who knows your name and your situation.

Kind words

5-star rated by clients on Facebook

“Highly recommend Renaee. She has been amazing with me and my home loan needs.”
— Facebook review
“What a fun and professional experience! Renaee listened, helped us set goals, and made the entire process of buying our first home effortless.”
— E Jones

Where Renaee works

Your Cairns and Far North Queensland broker

Based in Cairns, Renaee works with clients right across Far North Queensland: White Rock, Edmonton, Mount Sheridan, Bentley Park, Gordonvale, Woree, Bayview Heights, Westcourt, Earlville, Manunda, Cairns City, Redlynch, Smithfield and the northern beaches.

Meet in person or sort everything over the phone, whatever works for you.

Call 0403 988 325

Servicing across the Far North

  • White Rock
  • Edmonton
  • Mount Sheridan
  • Bentley Park
  • Gordonvale
  • Woree
  • Bayview Heights
  • Westcourt
  • Earlville
  • Manunda
  • Cairns City
  • Redlynch
  • Smithfield
  • Northern beaches

Good questions

Common questions about using a broker in Cairns

Do I need a finance broker in Cairns?

You do not have to use a broker, but it can save you a lot of time and stress. Renaee compares options across a panel of lenders, handles the paperwork and deals with the banks for you. As a Cairns local with over ten years in finance, she knows the market and guides you through every step.

Can you help self-employed or non-standard-income borrowers?

Yes, this is exactly who Renaee helps. If you are self-employed, a contractor, or your income does not fit the banks’ usual boxes, she knows which lenders understand non-standard income. Renaee helps you organise your paperwork and advocates for you so your situation is properly understood.

Can Mac & Co Lending help me refinance my home loan?

Yes. If you are wondering whether your current loan still suits you, Renaee can review where you are at and compare options across a panel of lenders. Refinancing may also be a chance to consolidate other debts. She will walk you through whether it makes sense for your circumstances.

Do you help first home buyers in Cairns?

Absolutely. Buying your first home is a big step, and Renaee makes it feel manageable. She explains deposits, grants you may be eligible for, and what lenders look for, all in plain English. She is patient and never judgmental, and guides Cairns first home buyers through the whole process.

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Ready when you are

Let’s find a loan that fits

Have a chat with Renaee. No pressure, no jargon, no obligation. She’ll listen first, then walk you through your options in plain English.

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