Independently-operated mortgage broker, Mortgage Choice, has been listed as the leading broker for the fourth consecutive year on the Top 25 Brokerages list compiled by The Adviser magazine.

Earlier this year the company won the industry's best retail mortgage broker accolade, Retail Aggregator/Originator of the Year at the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia's (MFAA) 2012 Excellence Awards.

Mortgage Choice CEO Michael Russell [pictured] said, "It is thrilling to be awarded the top spot once again on The Adviser's Top 25 Brokerages list.

"Our franchise network has shown incredible resilience during a time when conditions have been trying for the mortgage broking sector, so this win is extremely satisfying.

"We are dedicated to continually sharpening the Mortgage Choice franchise proposition. The reward for this ongoing hard work is seeing our brokers consistently deliver industry leading performance in terms of productivity, loan submission quality and loan application conversion.

"When we combine this powerful franchise proposition with an iconic brand and passionate support staff, it delivers a unique service experience for our customers and affords Mortgage Choice with accolades such as this.

"This award goes to the whole team at Mortgage Choice, including our franchisees and their staff, lender partners, business affiliates, suppliers and company staff who all continuously deliver the best outcome for our customers."