Mortgage Choice last week officially opened its first franchise in Gladstone, Queensland. A rise in demand for a convenient mortgage broking service encouraged financial planners Des Young and Andrew Ghea to open the business.

The shopfront was officially opened by Mortgage Choice head of sales Andrew Russell and Queensland state manager Ross Hardcastle on Tuesday 21 June. The local radio station Sea FM 95.1 broadcast live from the shop during the opening day celebrations.

“We are excited to see our brand moving into new territory with so much growth potential and are pleased to welcome a new team and franchise location into our fold,” said Andrew Russell. “The convenience of a one stop finance shop is also a welcome addition for long-time local residents and those moving into the area to take advantage of the booming resources sector.”