In this episode of Marketing Made Iconic, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Derik Karamian, founder of Australian Loan House and Elite Broker Academy. Derik’s not your typical broker; he’s someone driven by purpose, ethics, and a deep desire to empower Australians to build real wealth through property.

What struck me most was Derik’s client-first philosophy. From walking away from the rigidity of banking to creating a brokerage built on trust, transparency, and education, his journey is packed with lessons for anyone in business, finance, or even just navigating their own home-buying goals.

We covered a lot: why personalised advice matters more than ever, how younger generations can overcome property market barriers, and the dangers of quick-fix financial advice online. We also explored his innovative 100% loan strategies and how his mentoring platform is raising the bar for the next wave of brokers.

This one’s a must-listen, especially if you're trying to cut through the noise and make informed financial decisions that actually serve you long term.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:16 Derek Ian's Journey from Banking to Brokerage

04:36 Identifying Gaps in Traditional Lending

06:35 Philosophy and Evolution of Australian Loan House

09:54 Innovative Lending Strategies

16:24 Challenges for Younger Australians in Property Market

23:42 Navigating Financial Advice and Education

28:07 Elite Broker Academy and Industry Integrity

31:40 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Follow Elysha and Derik:

Connect with Elysha:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elysha-stephens/

Website: https://elymarketing.com.au/

Connect with Derik:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derik-karamian-b1228b19

Website: www.elitebroker.com.au