A symbiotic evolving network of relationships in the finance sector binds brokers, clients, and lending institutions like us at Strive Financial, creating a connected industry ecosystem. We work with brokers closely and often get asked why they should partner with us.
The integrity of this broker-client-lender triangle is upheld through our meticulous evaluation processes, ensuring balanced interactions. The cornerstone of Strive Financial’s operations primarily hinges on our mutual partnerships with brokers. At Strive, we dedicate ourselves to fostering trust and clarity. We create a conduit for brokers to channel their client’s needs, knowing well that we safeguard their interests and those of their clients
Ensuring broker’s ease by protecting client interests
Brokers often harbour concerns about client retention when collaborating with financial institutions. The fear is that once the client interacts with the lender directly, there might be an inclination to bypass the broker in future transactions. At Strive Financial, we alleviate this unease by maintaining a clear boundary, ensuring that clients remain under the broker’s umbrella and are redirected back to them for future financial needs. Our current business model means 90% of our loans are broker-originated. Hence, we respect the broker-client relationship and ensure that the broker remains a central figure in all dealings. This protective stance not only retains the broker-client relationship but also ensures that brokers can trust us with their clientele.
Transparency is our core value
Transparency is a term often bandied about in the financial sector, yet at Strive Financial, it’s the bedrock of our operations. In a sector riddled with hidden charges and murky terms, we stand out with our operational clarity. We design our financing procedure to clarify the process, ensuring that we keep brokers and their clients well-informed every step of the way. This transparency extends to our fee structure as well, where there are no hidden charges or upfront fees, eliminating any risk of clients feeling swindled and, by extension, protecting the broker’s reputation.
The power of saying ‘No’
Not all loan applications should be approved. Our relationship with brokers is not a mere transactional one; it’s a partnership aimed at achieving the best outcome for all parties involved, and a crucial aspect of this partnership is the power of saying ‘no’. The power of saying no is aimed at protecting the brokers and the clients from potentially harmful financial decisions. So, when we turn down a loan application, it’s not a rejection but a protection. This practice also shields brokers from potential legal hassles, ensuring a safe and responsible lending environment. Saying ‘no’ underscores our commitment to due diligence, ensuring that every loan we approve aligns with our stringent criteria, thus mitigating risks that could harm the broker, the client, or us.
Independent yet connected relationship with brokers
The independence we maintain from brokers is another hallmark of our operations. We nurture a robust relationship with brokers, respecting their pivotal role in the financial ecosystem. This independence ensures that our decision-making process remains unbiased, focused solely on the merits of the loan application. Our meticulous evaluation process exclusively dictates the approval or rejection of loan applications, thereby maintaining the integrity of the broker-client-lender triangle. So when engaging with Strive Financial, brokers can rest assured each application is evaluated on its individual calibre by the decision-makers, not relegated to a faceless credit team buried in a bureaucratic labyrinth.
Communication is key
Brokers value our direct communication channels, which speed up the decision-making process, saving both time and resources. Strive Financial is not built on expedience but on a meticulous approach aimed at safeguarding the broker’s and the client’s interests. Our due diligence is not a hurdle but a safety net, ensuring that every approved loan is a step towards financial solvency, not a descent into an economic shambles. So, by dealing with Strive Financial decision-makers directly and eliminating bureaucratic hurdles, brokers can obtain quick responses, allowing them to serve their clients efficiently.
The mutual growth path
Our engagement with brokers extends beyond mere individual transactions. It’s about growing together in a challenging financial sector. We invest in educating brokers, and helping them understand short-term lending better. By sponsoring and joining broker-focused events held by the Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA), we aim to make short-term lending more transparent, explain the risks, and show how brokers can work through these challenges safely with us by their side. Through these learning initiatives, we empower brokers with the knowledge they need to navigate complex financial scenarios, building a community based on trust, know-how, and mutual growth.
Long-term partnerships in lending
Our value proposition extends beyond loans. It’s about providing a straightforward, trustworthy, and reliable pathway for brokers and their clients, ensuring that their financial pathway with Strive Financial is not just rewarding but also enlightening. Through an unyielding commitment to transparency, due diligence, and broker education, we endeavor to redefine the broker-lender relationship, transforming it from a mere transactional interaction into a long-term partnership founded on trust, respect, and mutual growth. For more information on partnering with Strive Financial, get in touch with us.
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