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Commercial Property Loans Sydney

Commercial property finance is too important to get halfway right

One broker who understands the lease, the cash flow, the tenant, and the bank

Commercial property lending involves more moving parts than a home loan. The property itself is assessed as a business asset, not just a security. Lenders want to see that the numbers work: the lease, the cash flow, the tenant, and the exit. We present your application with all of this addressed upfront, which is the difference between a smooth approval and weeks of back-and-forth.

Commercial property lending works differently

If you have only dealt with residential home loans, commercial property finance will feel like a different world. It largely is. Banks use different criteria, different loan-to-value ratios, and a different risk lens when assessing commercial property.

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Loan-to-value ratios are lower

Most commercial property loans sit between 60% and 70% LVR, compared to 80% or more for residential. Some lenders will go higher depending on the property type, tenant quality, and your overall position, but you need a larger deposit or more equity.

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The property itself is assessed differently

Banks look at the lease terms, who the tenant is, how long they have remaining, and whether the property would be easy to re-lease if the tenant left. A well-leased office building in a CBD location is assessed very differently to a single-use industrial property.

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Your business finances matter

For owner-occupied commercial property, your business needs to demonstrate the cash flow to service the loan. Banks will review your business financials, not just your personal income.

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Loan terms and structures vary

Interest rates, loan terms, repayment structures, and fee arrangements differ across lenders. Some offer interest-only periods; others require principal and interest from day one. We know which lenders suit which situations.

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How the deal is presented to the bank matters

A commercial property proposal that is well-structured and includes the right supporting information gets assessed faster and more favourably. We prepare proposals that answer the bank’s questions before they ask them.

Commercial property finance for different situations

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Buying business premises

Purchasing the property your business operates from. This can be a smart long-term decision: you build equity instead of paying rent, and you control your occupancy costs. We structure owner-occupied commercial loans that align with your business cash flow.

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Commercial property investment

Buying commercial property as an investment, whether offices, retail, industrial, or mixed-use. We assess the property from a lending perspective: lease strength, yield, location, and re-leasing potential. We then match you with lenders whose criteria suit the asset.

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Refinancing commercial facilities

Your existing commercial loan may no longer be competitive, or your circumstances may have changed. Refinancing can reduce costs, release equity for other purposes, or restructure your facilities to better suit your current position. We assess whether switching makes financial sense after factoring in costs.

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Commercial property development

Financing for commercial development projects, from small-scale developments through to larger multi-stage projects. Development finance has specific requirements around feasibility, pre-sales or pre-leasing, and staged drawdowns. We work with lenders experienced in commercial development.

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SMSF commercial property

Buying commercial property through a self-managed super fund has specific rules, particularly around business real property. If your business leases the premises from your SMSF, there are compliance requirements that must be met from day one. We coordinate the lending alongside your SMSF adviser.

Commercial Property Calculators

Our calculators give you a clear picture of what you can afford, your estimated repayments, and how much deposit you’ll need so you can move forward with confidence.

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Here's what actually happens

The typical finance process from first conversation to settlement.

Discovery
Session

We discuss what you’re trying to achieve and your current financial position. No paperwork needed yet, just a conversation. It takes about 30 minutes.

Information Gathering

We work out what documents we need and explain why banks need them. You gather information while we assess your borrowing capacity.

Analysis & Recommendations

We analyse your position, present you with options that actually fit, and explain which lenders suit your situation and why.

Application
& Approval

We handle the paperwork, bank conversations, and keep you updated through each stage. You stay informed throughout.

Documentation
& Settlement

We coordinate with solicitors, manage the documentation process, and see your loan through to settlement. Usually 3-4 weeks from application to settlement, depending on complexity.

What clients say

Jonathan understood our complex business structure when others couldn’t. His commercial expertise made the difference.

Michael, Western Sydney

Commercial Property Loan

Jonathan understood our complex business structure when others couldn’t. His commercial expertise made the difference.

Michael, Western Sydney

Commercial Property Loan

Jonathan understood our complex business structure when others couldn’t. His commercial expertise made the difference.

Michael, Western Sydney

Commercial Property Loan

Jonathan understood our complex business structure when others couldn’t. His commercial expertise made the difference.

Michael, Western Sydney

Commercial Property Loan

Jonathan understood our complex business structure when others couldn’t. His commercial expertise made the difference.

Michael, Western Sydney

Commercial Property Loan

Jonathan understood our complex business structure when others couldn’t. His commercial expertise made the difference.

Michael, Western Sydney

Commercial Property Loan

Questions we get asked

Most of our clients are in Sydney metropolitan areas, particularly inner Sydney and Eastern suburbs, but we work throughout greater Sydney and nationally. Your location doesn’t limit whether we can help. It’s about whether your situation suits our expertise.

Yes, both residential investment properties and commercial property investments. We work with investors building property portfolios, SMSF trustees buying through super, and business owners acquiring commercial premises.

Yes. Refinancing home loans, commercial facilities, or restructuring existing debt across multiple properties. If you’re looking to reduce rates, consolidate loans, or access equity for other purposes, we can assess what makes sense for your situation.

That’s when talking to us makes most sense. Self-employed income, multiple entities, previous credit issues, SMSF structures, or situations that don’t fit neat categories are exactly the scenarios where broker expertise helps. We assess what’s genuinely possible and explain your realistic options.

This is where our expertise makes the biggest difference. We understand cross-collateralised security, how to present business cash flows, and what banks need to see from multiple entity structures. We translate complex business arrangements into formats banks understand and can assess properly.

Genuine commercial finance expertise. Most brokers focus on home loans and refer complex commercial work elsewhere. We handle it ourselves, from sole traders to businesses with $100 million facilities. If you’re a business owner who also needs personal finance, having one broker who understands both creates useful continuity.

Yes. We work Australia-wide. While most of our clients are in Sydney metropolitan areas, we serve clients throughout the country through phone and video conversations. Location doesn’t limit who we can help.

Sometimes, yes. Banks decline for specific reasons. If we can address what caused the decline or if a different lender has different criteria, we may have options. We’ll assess your situation honestly and tell you whether we think we can help.

Standard home loans typically take 3-4 weeks from application to settlement. Commercial loans and complex arrangements can take several months depending on the structure and what banks need to assess. We’ll give you realistic timeframes based on your specific situation.

In most cases, no. We receive commission from lenders when your loan settles, so our service is free for you. Occasionally for complex commercial arrangements or private lending, there may be fees, but we’ll explain these upfront before you commit to anything.