James Paterson
Director & Mortgage Broker
James has been a mortgage broker for 9 years, having started his career after completing a degree in Economics and Finance. A local to Aldinga, he founded JP Mortgages in 2022. In 2025, he was named Connective Broker of the Year SA. Outside of work, you'll find him at Thaxted Park Golf Club, usually looking for his ball.
Qualifications
- Cert IV in Finance & Mortgage Broking
- Diploma in Project Management
- Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Finance)
Start your application with James
No paperwork pile, no printer. Start on any device and finish from your phone.
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Questions about you and the loan, with your ID and payslips uploaded as you go. About ten minutes.
Connect and sign
Connect your bank statements securely and sign the privacy consent on screen. No printer.
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Awards & recognition
2026
- Finalist
Best All-Round Broker
Connective Excellence Awards
- Finalist
Mercury Hero (SA)
Connective Excellence Awards, National nominee
CBA Platinum Broker
Commonwealth Bank
ANZ Broker of Excellence
ANZ
2025
- Winner
Connective Broker of the Year (SA)
Connective Excellence Awards
- Winner
Mercury Hero (SA)
Connective Excellence Awards, National nominee
CBA Platinum Broker
Commonwealth Bank
ANZ Broker of Excellence
ANZ
2024
- Winner
Mercury Hero (SA)
Connective Excellence Awards
- Finalist
Connective Broker of the Year (SA)
Connective Excellence Awards
CBA Elite Broker
Commonwealth Bank
2023
- Winner
Mercury Hero (SA)
Connective Excellence Awards
2022
- Winner
Rising Star (SA)
Connective Excellence Awards
What clients say about James
“Thank you for all your help James and the team at JP Mortgages. You guys have been incredible to deal with very patient and super helpful the whole way. Would highly recommend anybody to use these guys 10/10”
Adam RathbandGoogle review · Oct 2026 “We couldn’t have asked for a better broker to help us buy our first home! James was amazing from start to finish, always on top of everything and so quick to get back to us with any questions. He made what could have been a really stressful process feel so easy and stress-free. We’re so grateful for all his help and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy a home!”
Millie WatkinsGoogle review · Oct 2026 “Best in the business, no matter what the situation James and His team can make it work. We had an unorthodox set up and James was amazing in figuring out the best way to optimise the situation.”
Jordan CorfieldGoogle review · Aug 2026 “5 Star Service from JP Mortgages My Son gave me James number I’m so glad James called me James and his team made refinancing my home loan Less stressful helping me through to settlement A Huge Thank you to James,Alyssa and Kaitie”
Michelle ReynoldsGoogle review · Aug 2026 “James and the team at JP Mortgages have been fantastic to work with. They helped me with getting started and again with a refinance plan. They are always helpful and explained the process along the way.”
Daniel FergusonGoogle review · July 2026 “We couldn't be happier with the service we received from our mortgage broker. From the very beginning, James and his team were professional, knowledgeable and genuinely committed to finding the best solution to our circumstances. Their communication was excellent and we felt supported all the way. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a trustworthy, reliable and hardworking mortgage broker. Thank you for making the whole experience so easy.”
Milena SaundersonGoogle review · July 2026
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