Mentoring

We are more than just a mortgage broker. Our years of experience, success and expertise have led us to establish a fast-growing mentoring program for other brokers.

What most sets us apart is our outstanding communication. As we’ve observed, communication is one of the most common problems new brokers face when working with a mentor. With us, you won’t have to worry that your calls and texts will go unanswered. We are prompt, efficient and will make sure you are supported.

Additionally, we maintain industry connections with our partner organisation, Mr Mentor, which you can visit here.

The program we offer is not about just doing tasks and ticking boxes. Our goal is to guide you to be the best broker you can possibly be, bringing out the best in you and your abilities. We want to see you succeed, grow and learn. We’ve been in your shoes before, so understand the highs and lows you may go through.

It would be our pleasure to guide you on your exciting journey!

What do we offer?

24 month guided program

Mentorship is a necessity for all brokers entering the industry. It’s possible to work as a broker while being a mentee, meaning that we can guide you through your cases as they happen.

Training on Compliance

Compliance is an important aspect of the industry that can be difficult to navigate. We’re here to guide you through the ins and outs.

Lead Generation Training

Many brokers struggle with finding their first clients. One aspect that sets us our mentorship apart from the rest is our expertise in starting and growing a business.

Ongoing Fortnightly Support

Our fortnightly support gives us the opportunity to catch up with you and make sure you’re on the right track. We’ll answer your questions and give you feedback.

Industry-Leading Broker Training

MrMentor is an industry-leading mentor training program dedicated to maintaining the highest standards for new-to-industry brokers. We're in their network.

Some Words From Our Mentees

“…John genuinely cares about your success. He takes the time to explain complex topics in a simple and relatable way…”

Muhammad Rehan

Outstanding Mentorship from John Afendulis at Next Step Mortgage Broking.

John Afendulis, from Next Step Mortgage Broking, has been an exceptional mentor on my journey into the mortgage broking industry. I’m incredibly grateful for his support, guidance, and wealth of knowledge. He has helped me understand not only how to enter the industry with confidence, but also how to lay the groundwork for a sustainable and successful mortgage broking business.

What truly sets John apart is his focus on best business practices — from compliance and ethical client service to smart operational strategies and marketing approaches that actually work. His advice is always practical, insightful, and tailored to where I am in my business journey.

John genuinely cares about your success. He takes the time to explain complex topics in a simple and relatable way, and always ensures you’re equipped to take your next step (pun intended) with clarity and confidence.

If you’re looking for a mentor who will guide you with honesty, expertise, and real-world strategies, I highly recommend John Afendulis at Next Step Mortgage Broking.

“…What I appreciate most is his ability to break down complex topics into simple, practical strategies that actually work in the real world. …”

Nabin Sapkota

Being mentored by John has been an incredibly valuable experience in my journey as a new mortgage broker.

From day one, he has been patient, insightful, and generous with his time and knowledge.

What I appreciate most is his ability to break down complex topics into simple, practical strategies that actually work in the real world.

Whether it’s about compliance, client handling, or growing my business, his guidance has helped me build confidence and clarity every step of the way.

I’m truly grateful for the support and mentorship, and I’d highly recommend John to anyone starting out in this industry.

“Throughout the entirety of my journey so far, John has always answered all my questions with great care and enthusiasm….”

Tamanna Dahiya

Throughout the entirety of my journey so far, John has always answered all my questions with great care and enthusiasm. His experience as a successful broker gives him the ability to understand a wide range of cases and their solutions.

Being a broker who also runs a business, John is also able to provide guidance for what comes with that. In this sense, he really does take mentoring to the next level. John’s experience in this area is especially great for new brokers wanting to explore different paths and possibilities.

On top of all the practical skills he equips mentees with, John is a real pleasure to work with. He is down to earth, communicative and reliable. He makes things easy to understand and is very approachable. I’ve had an incredible experience overall.

For anyone considering becoming a mentee, do not hesitate. I can confidently say I highly recommend John!

“…Through the program, I’ve gained valuable industry knowledge and now feel much more confident working with clients and lenders…”

Abby Dang

The mortgage broking mentorship program has been a great support for my career. It’s practical, hands-on, and focused on building real-world skills. What stands out most is John’s guidance—he’s approachable, a clear communicator, and always willing to help.

Through the program, I’ve gained valuable industry knowledge and now feel much more confident working with clients and lenders. Since joining, I’ve made real progress and feel well-equipped to grow in the mortgage broking industry.

I would highly recommend John to any brokers looking for a mentor.

Ongoing Fortnightly support