Jerome Critch Profile

JEROME CRITCH

Lending Consultant

Jerome is an experienced grain advisor and marketing consultant with our network partner, Planfarm, bringing extensive industry knowledge and a practical, results-driven approach to agricultural business management.

With a strong background in grain marketing and farm advisory, Jerome understands the financial and operational pressures faced by today’s agricultural businesses. Building on his experience with Planfarm, he now also provides specialist agri-finance services through Provident, helping clients align their financial strategies with long-term business goals.

Jerome works closely with agricultural business owners to structure and secure tailored finance solutions across a wide range of needs, including:

Commercial and term debt
Land and farm acquisitions
Equipment finance
Working capital solutions

His focus is on delivering clear advice, competitive finance structures, and strategic support that enables farming businesses to grow with confidence.

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How first home buyers can buy up to five years sooner

As home prices climb higher, first home buyers can feel like the goal posts are continually shifting further out of reach. But there is a way to potentially cut years off the time taken to buy a home. Saving a first home deposit has never been easy – especially in the last decade or two. And as property prices continue to head north, first home buyers can be left wondering if they’ll ever be able to save a 20% deposit. But don’t give up on your dream of home ownership just ye

Trent Carter

2 days ago3 min read

How much do you need to earn to buy a home in 2026?

Sure, saving a deposit is important, but your income can hold the real key to getting into the market. That’s because it shapes your borrowing power. It stands to reason that lenders will look closely at your personal income when you apply for a home loan. It’s not just about you being able to comfortably handle loan repayments. Lenders also have a legal responsibility to be sure you’re not taking on too much debt . The challenge for home buyers is that it can be unclear what

Trent Carter

Mar 34 min read

Thinking of a tree change? You might find more affordable homes

Growing numbers of younger Australians are opting for regional living, and part of the lure of a ‘seachange’ or ‘treechange’ can be the chance to get more bang for your buck. As property values climb higher, the median home price across our combined capitals has just pushed past the $1 million mark . That’s seeing a rethink among plenty of Aussies, who are swapping city skylines for regional horizons. Relocations from capitals to regions are outpacing moves in the opposite di

Trent Carter

Feb 243 min read

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