Rob Emmett

Rob Emmett

Rob Emmett is the CEO and founder of Collins Home Loans and Express Fund Equipment Finance. Rob has over 25 years experience in banking and finance after commencing Collins in 1992. Rob has a strong background in management with a number of Australia’s largest merchant banks. Rob is a qualified CPA with the Australian Society of Accountants and a current Fellow of the Mortgage and Finance Industry Association. Rob is a former Victorian State Council of the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA). Prior to establishing Collins Home Loans, Rob worked in many areas of banking including credit, structured and corporate finance, securitisation and property finance. Since then, Rob has used his knowledge of many areas of banking and finance to grow and evolve his businesses from single mortgage to a reliable finance company that originates, brokers and manages residential and commercial loans, and vehicle and equipment finance across the country. Rob is described by those who know him as clear-thinking, goal-orientated and loyal. He loves new challenges and opportunities and feels excited to grow and develop the business into a large mortgage broker with an extensive client base. In his free time, Rob enjoys skiing, paddle boarding, watching footy (he backs the Magpies) and supporting his three active boys at their various sports fixtures.

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Recent Posts

So is it time to turn the tables on your Bank?

by Rob Emmett on Jun 5, 2018 3:38:12 PM

In a move mostly predicted by economists, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) board has again decided to keep the cash rate at a record low of 1.5...

Tips to spring clean your finances for the year ahead

by Rob Emmett on Feb 13, 2018 2:11:18 PM

The beginning of a new year is often a time to spring clean your finances for the year ahead. Whether your finances include a budget, savings, loans,...

Would Santa qualify for a home loan?

by Rob Emmett on Dec 6, 2017 10:13:00 AM

Sure he brings joy to millions but let's face it, Santa is pretty old and in terms of home loan eligibility, may struggle to qualify for a loan under...

How to make positive changes to your finances that actually stick

by Rob Emmett on Sep 20, 2017 10:21:19 AM

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed about your finances but so often these feelings are related to your relationship with money and how you manage it,...

Interest-only loans...in or out of favour?

by Rob Emmett on Aug 3, 2017 10:40:11 AM

With the recent clamp down on interest-only lending by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA), investors have been left wondering if...

The pro's and cons of buying property with friends and family

by Rob Emmett on May 24, 2017 11:42:10 AM

Housing affordability measures for first home buyers

by Rob Emmett on May 11, 2017 12:05:55 PM

Where do investors sit in the Housing Affordability debate?

by Rob Emmett on May 2, 2017 4:37:27 PM

Housing affordability is a hot topic in Federal and State government circles at the moment with several State governments making moves to assist...

Property investment: How to buy a 2nd property with no deposit

by Rob Emmett on Apr 27, 2017 12:11:32 PM

Are you dreaming of owning a second property – maybe a holiday home? A place you can escape to with family and friends? Perhaps you’ve reached the...

How to access the equity in your home to meet your financial goals

by Rob Emmett on Apr 19, 2017 11:15:00 AM

Are you dreaming of owning a second property – maybe a holiday home or a rental? Or perhaps you are considering rennovating, paying off some debts or...