Published by: The Aussie Lending Lounge by Loans AU
Looking to secure a ๐ข commercial property in Australia?
Whether you’re investing in a retail space, warehouse, office, or mixed-use asset, commercial lending can feel complex โ but it doesnโt have to be.
At Loans AU, we make the process easy, strategic, and results-focused ๐ผโจ
Hereโs how we help you from day one to settlement โ and beyond.
๐ What Loan-to-Value Ratios (LVR) Can You Expect?
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Major Banks: Up to 65โ70%
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Non-Bank Lenders: Up to 75%
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Private Lenders: Up to 80% (higher flexibility, higher cost)
๐ก Tip: If your valuation falls short, having extra funds available can be a deal-saver.
๐ข Ownership Structures That Lenders Accept
You can purchase under:
- ๐ค Your personal name
- ๐ข A company
- ๐ค A unit trust
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ A discretionary (family) trust
Each structure affects:
- ๐ฐ Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
- ๐ Land tax thresholds
- ๐ผ GST obligations
๐ Trust setup? Allow 5โ10 business days. Talk to your accountant early.
๐งฎ How Do Lenders Assess Your Serviceability?
Lenders want to know: Can you afford the loan? Here’s what they evaluate:
- ๐ Business income and net profit (plus depreciation addbacks)
- ๐ธ Existing loans and debts
- ๐งพ Living expenses (for individuals)
- ๐ Proposed or current lease income
- ๐ Financial strength of your entities
๐ง Important: Give your broker a clear breakdown of your business or trust structure โ including directors, beneficiaries, and ownership. The more accurate your information, the better we can position your application.
๐ฅ Build the Right Finance Team
- ๐จโ๐ผ Accountant: Provides clean, updated financials
- โ๏ธ Solicitor: Handles contract reviews, lease clauses, and negotiations
- ๐งโ๐ผ Broker (Loans AU): Structures and presents your application to 100+ lenders
โ Also have ready:
- Loan contracts
- Loan statements
- Bank records
- Lease proposals
โณ These docs save time and reduce approval delays!
๐งพ Loan Types Available at Loans AU
1๏ธโฃ Full-Doc Loans โ Tax returns & financials required
2๏ธโฃ Alt-Doc Loans โ Use BAS, accountant letters, or bank statements
3๏ธโฃ Low-Doc Loans โ Minimal paperwork, ideal for fast settlements
๐ฐ May 2025 Interest Rates & Loan Terms
- Full-Doc: from 6.69% p.a.
- Alt-Doc: 7.99%โ9.99% p.a.
- Private Lending: 10.5%โ14% p.a.
๐ Loan Terms: 1โ25 years (some lenders offer up to 30 years)
๐ณ Interest-Only: Up to 5 years available
โฑ๏ธ Application Timeline
- ๐๏ธ Entity setup: 5โ10 business days
- โ Approval: 10โ15 business days (banks), 3โ7 days (non-banks)
- ๐ Valuation + settlement: 1โ2 additional weeks
๐ฆ Most deals settle within 4โ6 weeks. We can go faster with full docs on hand!
๐ Directorโs Guarantee Required?
If youโre buying through a company or trust, most lenders will request a directorโs or personal guarantee. Be prepared โ
๐ What Documents Do You Need?
- โ 2 years of business financials
- โ Personal and business tax returns
- โ BAS statements
- โ Trust deed or company constitution
- โ Proposed or existing lease
- โ Bank statements
- โ Loan contracts + statements
- โ Statement of position
- โ ID documents
๐ก A clean credit history + complete documents = faster approval ๐
๐ ๏ธ Post-Settlement: Maximise Your Property Value
Once settled, it’s time to increase your assetโs value ๐ง
Work with commercial property experts to:
- Boost ๐ธ rental income
- Improve ๐ layout efficiency
- Strengthen ๐ valuation per sqm
- Prepare for future ๐ต refinance or equity release
๐ This is a key step in maximising return โ especially for resale or future loan top-ups.
๐ค Why Choose Loans AU?
At Loans AU, we do more than find you a lender:
- โ Structure your deal the right way
- โ Coordinate with your accountant and solicitor
- โ Pre-empt valuation or funding shortfalls
- โ Push deals through with urgency when needed
- โ Support you through refinance or equity release later on
๐ฒ Weโre available 24/7 via WhatsApp or KakaoTalk to help โ every step of the way.

๐ Ready to Get Started?
Letโs make it happen:
๐ Get Started: http://www.loansau.com/getstarted
๐ฌ WhatsApp Us: https://wa.me/61413360888
๐ Visit Website: http://www.loansau.com
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