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Zinger Finance Wins Three Major Honours at Yellow Brick Road National Awards 2026

Announcement posted by Markson Sparks! 18 Sep 2026

 

Leading mortgage brokerage Zinger Finance has cemented its position as one of Australia's top-performing brokerages after securing three major awards at the Yellow Brick Road National Conference 2026 Gala Dinner and Awards Night, held at the Sheraton Grand Mirage on the Gold Coast on 9-10 September.

 

The brokerage's success was led by Sumit Kachhepati, Mortgage Broker and Operations Manager at Zinger Finance, who won two national awards and was recognised as a finalist across three highly competitive categories.

 

Kachhepati was awarded:

 

  • YBR Aggregation Individual Broker Partner of the Year - Productivity Award
  • YBR Aggregation Newcomer of the Year
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He was also named a finalist for:

 

  • YBR Aggregation Individual Broker Partner of the Year - Quality Award
  • YBR Aggregation Individual Broker Partner of the Year - Productivity Award
  • YBR Aggregation Newcomer of the Year

 

The Productivity Award recognises outstanding individual broker productivity and a consistently high volume of lending settlements across the Yellow Brick Road aggregation network, while the Newcomer of the Year award celebrates exceptional performance, growth, and contribution from a broker in the early stages of their journey.

 

Zinger Finance also received national recognition, winning:

 

  • Broker Partner of the Year - Under 6 People

 

The award recognises the performance and achievements of a high-performing brokerage operating with fewer than six brokers, acknowledging excellence in productivity, quality, and customer outcomes.

 

In addition, the company was named a finalist in:

 

  • Broker Partner of the Year - Productivity Award
  • Broker Partner of the Year - Quality Award
  • Broker Partner of the Year - Under 6 People

 

Sumit Kachhepati said the awards reflected the dedication of the entire Zinger Finance team and its unwavering focus on delivering exceptional outcomes for clients.

"To be recognised nationally among such an outstanding group of mortgage professionals is incredibly humbling. These awards are a testament to the hard work of our team and the trust our clients place in us every day."

 

"At Zinger Finance, our focus has always been on helping clients achieve their financial goals through expert advice, personalised solutions and an exceptional customer experience. This recognition reinforces that commitment."

 

TO INTERVIEW SUMIT KACHHEPATI, email marta@marksonsparks.com or call Marta Wiacek on 0409 291 785 or email max@marksonsparks.com or call Max Markson on 0412 501 601.

 

 

 

About Zinger Finance

Zinger Finance is a specialist mortgage brokerage dedicated to helping clients secure tailored lending solutions to meet their personal and business goals. The firm provides expert guidance across home loans, investment finance, refinancing and strategic lending solutions, delivering exceptional service and outcomes for clients across Australia. For more information, visit www.zingerfinance.com.au