Latest Finance News & Events

Sydney Christmas party

There’s no doubt that Aquamore knows how to put on a great show! What a tremendous way to close the year in Sydney!

VIC EOY celebrations

It was great to take a moment with the Victorian team, broker and industry partners to celebrate 2024.

Commercial Finance Awards

We’re so proud of VIC Relationship Manager, Brett Winzer, for being a finalist in the inaugural Commercial Finance Awards. It was a tough competition and an honour to be recognised as one of the top commercial finance specialists.

2024 Oaks Day

Oaks Day never disappoints! We loved celebrating this iconic event at Flemington with our broker and industry partners.

outsource Financial ‘Festival of SME’ roadshow

And that’s a wrap! The outsource Financial ‘Festival of SME’ roadshow concluded in Perth. We’ve enjoyed being involved in all events and discussing with brokers how to utilise private lending to support SME growth.

Aquamore in the News

Get insights from Matthew Porch, Aquamorem about the factors driving commercial borrowers to alternative finance. Read more in MPA.

AFL Footy Tipping Competition: Winners Announced!

We congratulate Jerry Glenis on his tremendous effort and margin knowledge to take out first prize, securing a $5K windfall in the Aquamore AFL Footy Tipping competition. Coming a close 2nd place, Will Sargeant takes home $2K, with Shane Robinson securing the 3rd place prize of $1K.

Real Estate & Finance Forum

The Real Estate & Finance Forum (Northern Edition) in Melbourne was a full house with 150 real estate and finance specialists, sharing a variety of market insights.

Astute PD Day

There were some interesting insights at Astute Financial Services NSW Commercial & Equipment Finance lender and product day, where the topic focussed on market changes, product niches and exciting updates.

Australian Mortgage Awards

The AMAs never disappoint! We had a tremendous evening celebrating industry success.

Qld Spring Networking Event

We recently enjoyed an evening of relaxed drinks and canapes and networking with broker and industry partners at a beautiful waterfront setting on the Brisbane River.

Brokers Bible Lunch

It was great to be at the brokers bible lunch in Sydney, hosted by the very talented Katherine Persoglia.

NRL Grand Final!

What a game! The Panthers vs the Storms didn’t disappoint. It was fantastic watching the teams battle it out with our crew and valued referral partners at Accor Stadium.

Broker Coffee Club

It was our pleasure to join Lydians brokers from across NSW for a catch-up on all things Aquamore and what we are seeing in the market.

FBAA Industry Commercial Masterclass

The FBAA Industry Commercial Masterclass was action-packed and full of great insights on how to spot commercial opportunities.

A growing divide in commercial lending practices

The commercial lending landscape is experiencing a significant transformation driven by volatile and evolving economic conditions. As businesses adapt to fluctuating market dynamics, the shift towards non-bank and private lending sectors is becoming increasingly prominent. Get further insights from Matthew Porch, Aquamore, in Australian Broker. Read More

Startup Business Loans: Get the Capital You Need to Succeed

Applying for new business loans can be an essential step toward success. But how do startups get funding? SMEs across Australia can access cash flow thanks to many forms of finance including short-term bridging loans. In fact, you may be able to get lending between $300k and $7.5 million when your finance broker applies to […]

Secured Loan vs Unsecured Loan – Areas You Need to Know

Choosing the right loan for your business can be daunting. It is essential to consider your options. Be sure you collaborate with a finance broker, ideally in conjunction with an accountant, before considering any finance solution.Many businesses in Australia will weigh up secured vs unsecured loans. Read more for an overview of both loan types.  […]

How Loans for Land Purchase Can Help Cash Flow Concerns

Commercial land loans can provide a fast cash flow solution for development opportunities. This commonly utilised source of commercial finance can support business clients requiring a facility to help complete a project. As one of Australia’s leading private lenders, Aquamore specialises in bridging loans for land. These are short-term loans for businesses that can secure […]

Purple Circle welcomes Aquamore as approved lender

We’re delighted to be appointed to the Purple Circle panel of approved lenders! Our addition will support the Group in providing bespoke short-term commercial finance facilities to businesses suited to larger-ticket alternative funding solutions. Read more in MPA.

2024 Broker of the Year

We’re delighted to announce that Sunny Chowdhary of Capital Finance & Mortgages is our 2024 Broker of the Year! Sunny continues to use Aquamore as his preferred private lending partner to provide bespoke commercial finance solutions to business clients.

How brokers can navigate property valuations

Why are property valuations often more conservative?   Property valuations can often be a source of contention between homeowners and valuers. This makes sense, according to Matthew Porch (pictured above), head of distribution at Aquamore Finance, a Sydney-based private lender. “They may have lived in the property for a number of years and made lots […]

5 Reasons Private Lending May Be Better For Business

According to an April 2023 report by ScotPac Business Finance, borrowing by Australian SMEs from non-bank sources last year surged to a record high of 47%, a three-fold increase since 2018. This shift highlights a growing preference for alternative lending solutions. At Aquamore, we have experienced a significant increase in private lending applications as businesses […]

How To Choose The Best Commercial Lender

Finding the right commercial lender is crucial to your business – both now and in the future. Rates, payment terms, lending periods, processing speeds, and customer service responsiveness can affect whether the loan becomes a help or a hindrance to your business goals. Finding the right commercial loan lender is key to maximising return. But […]

Aquamore is thrilled to join the LMG panel!

Aquamore is thrilled to join the LMG panel! Read more in MPA.

Short-Term Commercial Loan Questions To Ask Your Broker

If you’re an Australian SME considering short-term commercial loans, you’re not alone.  In this country, lending to medium-sized businesses reached $326 billion in August 2022, a 16 per cent leap from $281 billion the same month in 2019#. Whether funds facilitate growth by securing additional equipment, software, or human resourcing, increase investments, acquire larger or […]

Self-Managed Super Funds: Property Investment Loans Explained

Helping more Australians retire comfortably is in the nation’s best interests, and superannuation plays a key role in achieving this goal. At Aquamore, we are committed to supporting business clients interested in buying property through a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF). Private lending for SMSFs is experiencing a surge as a response to major lenders withdrawing […]

How a Commercial Loan Can Help Your Business

Unlocking the full potential of your business sometimes requires outside support. That’s not an indication of weakness or inaptitude; it’s a familiar commercial reality many companies face. It’s not uncommon for businesses to require lending at several different points throughout their life cycle. As the organisation evolves and grows, so do its needs, abilities, and […]

Aquamore appoints new BDM

Lewis Miles’ appointment as a NSW BDM is part of the company’s broader team expansion strategy, nationally. Read more in MPA.

2023 Christmas celebrations

It was a great night at Aquamore’s annual Christmas gathering – especially with the team having almost doubled in size from last year!

Commercial finance insights

We recently hosted the Commercial Finance Market Update live webinar, where a panel of finance specialists unpacked the recent Equifax Quarterly Commercial Insights Report.

Melbourne Cup

A great Cup Day at Flemington with our VIC team and valuable lending partners: Ben Durkin, Edward Collins, Rohan Gandhi and Chris Dirckze.

Astute Golf Day

Aquamore were delighted to be silver sponsors of the Astute Financial Management Golf day at Brookwater Golf and Country Club where a lot of money was raised for the Smith Family Charity Foundation.

BDM in the Spotlight: Richard Planca, Aquamore

It’s fantastic to see our NSW BDM, Richard Planca, in the spotlight. Read more in MPA.

Fortress Fempire Launch

A huge congratulations Melanie Davis on the launch of Fortress Fempire! We wish you all the very best in this exciting next venture.

SME Lending Update

Get insights from Matthew Porch, Aquamore, about the factors affecting SME demand for finance, including an overview of the current challenges and opportunities.

Aquamore joins Compass Aggregation

Great news! Aquamore has joined Compass Aggregation’s panel. Our addition meets sustained broker demand for tailored commercial finance solutions, and access to fast, flexible commercial facilities.

Aquamore joins outsource Financial

We’re thrilled to join outsource Financials’ panel and enhance brokers' ability to provide debt solutions to the growing number of SMEs seeking alternative commercial facilities

BDM in the Spotlight: Brett Winzer

Great to see our superstar VIC BDM, Brett Winzer, making headlines. Find out more in MPA

AFL Grand Final 2023

The game itself was a nail-biter! A closely contested battle that kept us on the edge of our seats till the very end.

Is A Secured Business Loan Right For You?

Secured business loans can be the oxygen tank a company needs to overcome a hurdle or springboard to further growth. They are used to purchase property, equipment, or technology assets that contribute to supporting growth, efficiency or expansion. 

What are the Benefits of a Commercial Loan?

Getting ahead as an Australian small business can be far from easy, with many owners encountering challenges from day one. Fast and fuss-free finance can significantly accelerate and positively affect your business.

National Finance Brokers Day

The 2023 NFBD was epic! As always, was great to network with industry and workshop deals.

2023 Broker of the Year

Congratulations to Michael Provino of Jericho Capital for being awarded the Aquamore 2023 Broker of the Year!

Aquamore welcomes new NSW BDM

Aquamore welcomes Narine Kalloghlian as a new NSW BDM. Narine will support brokers to write more commercial finance loans and identify new opportunities. Learn More

Celebrating JOUST’s new platform

A huge congratulations to JOUST for the launch of its ‘game changer’ new marketplace platform.

Aquamore VIC office opens!

Aquamore is delighted to announce the opening of its Victorian office at the iconic Rialto Towers. It was great to celebrate this milestone with industry partners.

Aquamore appoints new QLD BDM

Aquamore welcomes Renae Long as a new QLD BDM. Renae will focus on extending the company’s footprint in metro and regional QLD.

Commercial finance webinar

Find out the secrets to writing more (and better) commercial finance deals.

NRL match

The Penrith Panthers didn’t disappoint against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs! Great, as always, to see Leah Renwick, FBAA, and the LoanOptions.ai team.

Aquamore EOFY race day

It was a great day at Luddenham Race Track for the Aquamore Finance EOFY celebration! A huge thanks to our valued broker partners for all your support over the past year.

QLD cocktail evening

It was a beautiful evening at the Gadens cocktail event at the Gallery of Modern Art, featuring the QAGOMA | 'Gone Fishing' exhibition - presenting Indigenous Australian artists' works that affirm this cultural, social and recreational activity.

VIC broker morning tea

It's always great to collaborate with our industry friends at Joust and Credit Fix Solutions to educate brokers on expanding commercial finance opportunities.

Marketplace finance golf day

Hole in one Team Aquamore? A beautiful day for the Marketplace Finance golf event, hosted by Dino Pacella and team.

Better Business Summit

Got to love The Adviser Better Business Summit! Always great to catch up with industry at this insightful event.

Seasons Greetings from Aquamore

What’s not to love about a Christmas party that features Blackjack, Roulette and card poker tables? It was great to celebrate a massive year with Aquamore’s biggest supporters.

Broker networking event

It was great to host a broker education and networking breakfast in collaboration with Shift, Joust, Heritage Bank and Cape. The was packed with tips on how to diversify, product updates, common scenarios, market insights, and where the corresponding opportunities are.

MFAA commercial top gun workshop

It was an excellent day at the Sydney MFAA Commercial Top Gun workshop, with brokers extremely keen to extend their commercial offering to support SMEs.

Movers & Shakers

Congratulations to NSW BDM Candice Lee for being included in The Adviser’s industry ‘Movers & Shakers’ section.

Aquamore hosts Movember charity event

It was a great opportunity to celebrate Movember and invite industry to get their ‘mo on’ at the Aquamore charity fundraiser.

New site acquisitions driving demand for private funding

Sustained appetite for new site acquisitions, refinance, and cashouts of unencumbered properties is driving growth at Aquamore. Find out more from NSW BDM, Michael Rhee, in The Adviser.

Supporting the Salvation Army

The Aquamore team had a great time supporting the 2022 Salvation Army Candle Bag Packing, with some healthy rivalry on whose bag was best! The bags will be sold at the Woolworths Carols in the Domain, with all proceeds going towards homelessness programs.

Aquamore welcomes new Victorian BDM

Great to have our VIC BDM expand, to include the appointment of Darren McLeod. Read more in The Adviser.

Aquamore’s warehouse boosted to $170m

Aquamore has announced the completion of a $50 million raise from a global investment bank, significantly increasing the short-term lender’s funding capacity. The lender’s warehouse facility has now reached $170 million after the investment.

Volatility hits commercial finance market

Commercial lending is being affected by a rapidly changing economic market, says a private lender. Matthew Porch (pictured above), Aquamore’s head of third-party distribution, said this volatility was caused by increasing interest rates, wavering house prices and skyrocketing inflation.

Everything You Need To Know About A Bridging Loan

A fresh-thinking disruptor in the Australian financial industry, commercial loan provider Aquamore has experienced a strong and enthusiastic broker response to its short-term finance solutions. We sat down with the Head of Third Party Distribution, Matthew Porch, to find out more.

Making short-term finance easier (not harder) post-pandemic

Here at Aquamore, we believe major lenders have made short-term finance in Australia harder, not easier. They’ve made a fundamental error in assessing the after-effects of COVID and, particularly, how to approach short-term lending.

$120M Aquamore investment set to generate impressive growth

As part of our continued commitment to provide clients with short-term property-backed secured business loans, Aquamore recently secured a new $120-million warehouse facility.