We understand that life is a journey, with problems to solve, lessons to learn, but most of all, experiences to enjoy. As you evolve through your life journey, your needs and circumstances change. We embrace change and thrive on the opportunity to help you with your financial services needs, no matter what stage you are at.

Our vision is to stand out from the rest, as a market leading contemporary financial services business based around people, trust and integrity with cutting edge technology and systems.

Our mission is to:

  • Educate clients about how the finance industry works and the best options to suit their personal situation.
  • Utilise cutting edge systems and technology to streamline financial services processes for clients so that it is accessible, simple and as stress free as possible.
  • Ensure clients receive the best loan rates available to them, for the duration of their loans, through regular reviews and information updates.
  • To be the only point of call for all financial needs of our clients.

Our team are experienced in property, business and finance (love and family too!) and have an outstanding ability to relate on a personal level to a diverse group, including you!

When you call Evolve, you will speak to a real person, not an operator, and we will guide you through the process in a simple, step by step, manner. We look forward to helping you, please contact us today.

Our Mantra at Evolve…
We exist to make finance simple and accessible
while saving our clients time and money.
We focus on solutions and embrace problems as an
opportunity to serve.
Being on the front foot at all times to ensure we not
only deliver on service but also results.
The extra mile doesn’t exist, it is the norm. If we can’t find
a way, we make one!
Creating lifelong relationships with our clients, always with their
best interests at heart and never chasing the quick sale.
Always seeking to learn and improve so we can deliver
more to our clients. Growth and industry knowledge are of upmost priority.
Change is a part of life and business for which we are grateful.
It gives us the opportunity to see things from a new perspective.
Being professional but most importantly relatable and working
with all involved to get the desired outcome.
Trust is everything, we work hard to gain it and never take it for
granted. Clients, team members and business associates alike.
While we may achieve the result, the job is never done.
We will always strive to improve while remembering to
enjoy the journey, celebrate the successes and learn from the opportunities.
With a passion for making a difference, Evolve Loans Founders Jai and Marlies Hobbs have written a Financial Literacy Handbook, FLY: Financially Literate Youth. The book is a comprehensive reference guide, originally published by Penguin Random House in 2021, available in paperback, eBook and Audible formats. The book has been featured on:
  • New Idea Magazine
  • The Today Show (Today Extra)
  • ABC News
  • Courier Mail
  • The Adviser
  • Educate Empower
  • Education Today
and has become popular amongst schools, home schooling providers, and financial literacy training organizations. It is the perfect gift for anyone aged from 15 to 35 and beyond…
While stock lasts Evolve Loans is gifting a FREE copy of FLY to all clients following settlement.
For more information on FLY and to purchase your copies, visit www.financiallyliterateyouth.com.au.

Evolve Loans does not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence which is required to give advice on Superannuation and Risk Insurance products. We instead choose to use an experienced preferred partner who specialises in that area and holds the required licences to do so. If you are interested in finding out more about Superannuation and Risk Insurance please contact the office so we may have our preferred specialist look after you.

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Meet the team

We are a team of seven with two offices – Cairns and Sunshine Coast. Jai and Joel are our mortgage brokers, who are supported by our incredible local team Serena, Maggie, Rachel and Chelsea and HR/Marketing by Marlies.  We are always on the hunt for more superstars to join our growing team.

We look forward to helping you achieve your dreams!

 

JAI HOBBS – Director / Senior Broker

Jai is a lending specialist focusing on residential and commercial property finance and as the founder/ director of Evolve Loans, is also responsible for the direction and leadership of the team. He lives on the Sunshine Coast with his wife Marlies and 2 boys but spends time across both the Cairns and Noosa offices.
Jai started his career in finance in late 2004, initially working for CapitalCorp specialising in business and equipment finance. In November 2007 he started his own finance brokerage, Hobbs Financial Services which was based in Cairns offering property, business and equipment loans. Him and his wife started and franchised Paleo Café in 2012, which quickly grew to 17 franchisees across Australia and international. Hobbs Financial Services was sold in 2014 and a couple of years away from the industry gave some perspective and a realisation that finance and property was certainly his passion.
Evolve Loans was established in early 2016 in Cairns, quickly expanding to a second office on the Sunshine Coast in 2018.
Jai strives to deliver both the best outcome and the best experience for his clients always. He is a multi-ward winning mortgage broker with extensive industry and property development experience, and is also the co-author of ‘FLY, a Handbook for Financially Literate Youth’ (www.financiallyliterateyouth. com.au). Jai loves his life on the Sunshine Coast enjoying all it has to offer and is known for giving just about anything a try, with CrossFit, surfing and water sports just some of his favourite pastimes.

JOEL FITZGERALD – Mortgage Broker

With over 15 years of experience in the demanding world of FIFO (Fly-In-Fly-Out), Joel Fitzgerald discovered his true passion lies in finance. Armed with a Diploma in Mortgage Broking and Finance, he transitioned into a dedicated mortgage broker, driven by a desire to empower individuals and families with the knowledge and resources they need to achieve their homeownership dreams. After years of sacrificing precious time away from his family, Joel made the life-changing decision to leave the FIFO lifestyle behind and return home permanently to the beautiful Sunshine Coast, where he was born and raised. Here, amidst the stunning coastal landscapes and vibrant community, he found fulfillment in building a brighter future for his own family—a loving wife and two wonderful children. Outside of work, Joel can often be found enjoying quality time with family and friends, indulging in his passion for rugby league, and prioritizing health and fitness to maintain a balanced lifestyle. He is dedicated to not only helping clients secure their dream homes but also fostering meaningful connections and embracing the joys of life beyond the office.

Professionalism at every turn.

We pride ourselves on our professionalism in every facet of our business. Simply click here for a copy of our Internal Dispute Resolution (IDR) process.