First Steps Financial provides mortgage broking and financial education, helping clients understand their options and feel more confident about their financial decisions. As part of the Ross Realty team in Morley, Elle is available to assist buyers, homeowners and investors with their lending needs.

About First Steps:

Experienced: Elle has more than 18 years’ experience in the finance industry, including 12 years as a financial planner, and now specialises in mortgage broking and financial education.

Comprehensive: With access to over 50 lenders, First Steps Financial can compare a broad range of lending options based on your circumstances and requirements.

Personal: Whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing, investing or simply wanting to understand your borrowing options, Elle provides a supportive, straightforward approach from the first conversation through to settlement.

Educational: We believe understanding your finances is just as important as securing the loan. Elle explains the lending process, terminology and options in plain English so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

Free: Mortgage brokers are generally paid commission by the lender when a loan settles. Any commissions or other benefits associated with your loan will be disclosed as part of the lending process.

Local: First Steps Financial is based alongside Ross Realty in Morley, making it easy for Ross Realty clients to access lending support as part of their property journey.

Eleanor (Elle) Ross – Mortgage Broker & Financial Educator

Elle has worked in the finance industry for more than 18 years and brings extensive experience in helping people understand and navigate financial decisions. She was named Women in Finance Adviser of the Year in 2017 and has since been recognised as a finalist across multiple Women in Finance Awards, including in 2026.

Through First Steps Financial, Elle combines mortgage broking with financial education, helping clients navigate home loans, refinancing, investment lending and their broader financial journey with greater understanding and confidence.

Education · Lending · Confidence.