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Learn how to compare business loan rates and options from bank, non-bank and private lenders, including fees, repayment terms and eligibility criteria. Explore articles and calculators for general information, not personalised advice. This website does not accept loan applications, assess eligibility or refer visitors to brokers or lenders.

Range of Purposes

Working capital, business acquisition, plant & equipment leasing, business start-up loans, franchise funding, loan refinancing and commercial property.

Varied Situations

Learn how lender eligibility criteria can differ for self-employed business owners and businesses with a previous bank refusal, bad credit history, limited deposits or savings history, or past bankruptcy.

Note: Eligibility for business finance is always subject to lender assessment and approval criteria, and not all applicants will qualify.

Finance Features

Learn about secured loans, unsecured finance, leasing, hire purchase, chattel mortgage, major banks, non-bank lenders and low/no-doc loans.

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Multiple lenders

Banks, non-bank and private lenders may offer different business loan rates, fees and terms. A participating broker can compare options from multiple lenders in their panel, which may not cover the whole market. Our Brokers page explains how brokers operate.

Understanding credit checks

When applying for business finance through a broker or lender, a credit check may be required, subject to their processes.

Multiple credit applications can affect your credit file and may limit your borrowing options. All loan approvals remain subject to the relevant lender's credit assessment and approval criteria.

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    Start-Up Loans in Australia: How New Businesses Can Access Capital
    Start-Up Loans in Australia: How New Businesses Can Access Capital
    Starting a business in Australia often requires capital before revenue is consistent. This guide explains how start-up loans and other business finance options may help new businesses fund operations, equipment, technology or growth, and what lenders commonly look for before offering finance. - read more
    Flexible Business Financing in Australia: Options, Features and Application Basics
    Flexible Business Financing in Australia: Options, Features and Application Basics
    Flexible business financing can help Australian startups and small businesses match funding to cash flow, growth plans and operational needs. This guide explains common finance options, flexible loan features, lender considerations and practical steps for preparing a business loan application. - read more
    Business Loan Roadmap: From Application to Growth in Australia
    Business Loan Roadmap: From Application to Growth in Australia
    A business loan can support cash flow, equipment purchases, expansion, marketing or other planned investment. For Australian business owners, the process works best when borrowing needs, documentation, lender requirements and repayment capacity are considered before an application is submitted. - read more
    The Ultimate Checklist for Applying for a Business Loan in Australia
    The Ultimate Checklist for Applying for a Business Loan in Australia
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    Understanding the Essential Documents Needed for a Successful Loan Application
    Understanding the Essential Documents Needed for a Successful Loan Application
    When it comes to applying for a loan, having the right documents is crucial. Whether you're looking to buy a home, start a new business, or refinance an existing loan, documentation can make or break your application. It serves as evidence of your financial health, providing lenders with a clear picture of your ability to repay the loan. - read more
    What Documents Do Lenders Commonly Request for a Business Loan Application?
    What Documents Do Lenders Commonly Request for a Business Loan Application?
    Applying for a business loan generally involves providing financial and business information so the lender can assess the application against its lending criteria. The documents requested will vary depending on the lender, the loan product and the nature of the business. - read more
    Common Mistakes to Avoid During the Business Loan Application Process
    Common Mistakes to Avoid During the Business Loan Application Process
    Many Australian business owners find securing a business loan to be a daunting task, primarily because of the detailed documentation required and the common pitfalls that can occur at various stages of the application. - read more

    Finance News

    SME Borrowing Rebound Puts Planning Ahead of Panic
    SME Borrowing Rebound Puts Planning Ahead of Panic
    04 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori
    Australian SME borrowing activity appears to have regained momentum, with newly reported Banjo Loans Barometer data for the quarter to 30 September 2026 pointing to stronger loan applications, more loans drawn and a continued focus on cash buffers. The result is notable because it follows months of more cautious borrowing signals from parts of the small business market, and suggests many firms are not simply waiting for conditions to improve before reviewing their funding position. - read more
    SMEs Turn to Non-Bank Funding as Investment Plans Hold Up
    SMEs Turn to Non-Bank Funding as Investment Plans Hold Up
    28 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
    Australian SMEs planning their next round of investment are increasingly looking beyond traditional bank funding, with new ScotPac SME Growth Index findings reported by Inside Small Business on 22 October 2026 showing non-bank finance has reached a record share of intended funding use. The result is a notable signal for business owners and finance managers: the question is no longer simply whether credit is available, but which structure best matches the timing, risk and cash flow profile of the business. - read more
    Business Confidence Signals Put Loan Readiness Back in Focus
    Business Confidence Signals Put Loan Readiness Back in Focus
    16 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
    Latest Australian business survey reporting is sending a practical message to owners and finance managers: trading conditions may be holding up in parts of the economy, but confidence remains fragile. For SMEs, that mix matters. When revenue is uneven, input costs are sticky and customers are cautious, the timing and structure of new borrowing can become just as important as the headline interest rate. - read more
    Why ATO Interest Changes Matter for Business Borrowers
    Why ATO Interest Changes Matter for Business Borrowers
    09 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
    A tax change now working through Australian business finances deserves close attention from owners, directors and finance managers. Since 1 July 2025, the ATO’s general interest charge and shortfall interest charge have no longer been tax-deductible. For businesses carrying overdue tax or correcting underpaid obligations, that can lift the effective after-tax cost of falling behind. - read more
    Payday Super Puts Payroll Timing Under the Finance Microscope
    Payday Super Puts Payroll Timing Under the Finance Microscope
    02 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
    Australia’s move towards Payday Super is more than a compliance update for employers. For many small and medium-sized businesses, it changes the rhythm of payroll-related cash outflows and places a sharper focus on whether day-to-day liquidity is strong enough to meet obligations as they fall due. - read more
    Specialist SME Lending Remains Open, But Discipline Matters
    Specialist SME Lending Remains Open, But Discipline Matters
    26 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori
    Latest market reporting around specialist SME lender Judo Bank points to a business credit market that is not shutting down, but is becoming more deliberate. The lender’s continued focus on relationship-led lending, deposits and small to medium-sized business borrowers suggests demand for finance remains present among firms with clear plans and serviceable cash flow. - read more
    Payment Timing Keeps Pressure on SME Working Capital
    Payment Timing Keeps Pressure on SME Working Capital
    19 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori
    Fresh small business indicators are again pointing to a familiar challenge for Australian SMEs: trading activity may continue, but the timing of cash receipts is still creating pressure. Recent industry commentary has highlighted uneven payment behaviour, cautious customer spending and a more deliberate approach to investment among smaller firms. For owners and finance managers, that combination can make working capital planning just as important as sales growth. - read more
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    The interest rate used to determine the present value of future cash flows, often used in discounted cash flow analysis.