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Non-dilutive working capital for Australian service businesses
Scaling a service business in Australia is exciting but capital hungry. Marketing agencies need to hire designers before retainers land....

Jenny Fentino
Sep 23


Accessing green business loans for Australian businesses
Green Business Loans are starting to play a bigger role in Australia’s lending market. For business owners and property investors, they...

Jenny Fentino
Aug 28


How to structure small-scale property developments
The way you structure a small-scale development shapes not just the project in front of you, but every deal that follows. The choice...

Jenny Fentino
Aug 21


Where should business owners put excess cash as interest rates decline?
Interest rates are starting to move lower. For business owners, this creates a new question: what should you do with excess cash? Holding...

Jenny Fentino
Aug 19


Jesse Davidson from Auctionworks says fast food retail a standout
We recently sat down with Jesse Davidson, Chief Auctioneer at Auctionworks, when he visited the Flexdoc office. Jesse’s role gives him a...

Jenny Fentino
Aug 12


ANZ self-employed policy changes: what it means for our clients
At Flexdoc, we are always scanning the market for lender policy changes that impact our self-employed clients. The recent ANZ...

Jenny Fentino
Aug 10


Fleet electric vehicles vs petrol: What smart business owners are choosing
We compare fleet electric vs petrol vehicles (Xpeng G6 pictured) At Flexdoc, we’re often asked whether it’s worth switching to electric...

Jenny Fentino
Jul 25


How car leases can impact on borrowing capacity
Flexdoc explains how lenders treat business liabilities when borrowing Having a business car can be essential. But those car lease...

Jenny Fentino
Jul 20


Business credit cards can reduce borrowing capacity
Business credit cards are marketed as powerful tools for self-employed professionals. They promise convenience, points, and short-term...

Jenny Fentino
Jul 11


Do sole traders require a separate bank account?
If you're a sole trader with ambitions to grow your business and wealth, the first smart move you should make is opening a dedicated, separate sole trader bank account. It’s simple, low-cost, and sets the foundation for long-term success.

Jenny Fentino
Jul 9


Westpac updates self-employed loan policy to align with peers
Westpac this week announced plans to change its current mortgage requirements for self-employed loans. Under the changes announced by the...

Jenny Fentino
Jul 5


How do self-employed home loans actually work?
A self-employed loan works differently — because your income works differently. Most banks want a full-time job and two years of tax...

Jenny Fentino
May 30


Can I use my business income to qualify for a self-employed home loan?
Absolutely. At Flexdoc, we know your income doesn’t always show up on a payslip. If you're drawing money from a company, trust, or even...

Jenny Fentino
May 30


Can I get a home loan without payslips if I run my own business?
Yes, and it’s more common than you think. Many self-employed Australians don’t take a regular wage, and banks often struggle to assess...

Jenny Fentino
May 23


Self-employed refinance options when you have unpaid ATO debt
Having ATO debt doesn’t mean you’re locked out of refinancing your home loan. In fact, many self-employed borrowers carry tax debt due to...

Jenny Fentino
May 23


How to get a home loan using business bank statements
If you’re self-employed and don’t draw a regular wage, you might find it hard to qualify for a home loan. But here’s the good news — you...

Jenny Fentino
May 23


Can I get a home loan if my ABN is registered for less than 2 years?
Getting a home loan with an ABN under two years old can feel impossible. Traditional banks usually want at least two years of trading...

Jenny Fentino
May 23


ANZ Expands its Low Risk LMI Waiver Policy (Updated Locations)
ANZ Adds New Locations to LMI Waiver ANZ today announced an expansion of its Low Risk LMI Waiver Policy. The changes will see an...

Jenny Fentino
Nov 28, 2024


The Sophisticated Borrower: Navigating Complexity with the Right Lending Partner
When you first start investing, the process is often straightforward—perhaps a home loan for an investment property or financing for a...

Jenny Fentino
Oct 3, 2024


Buying property as an investment in 2025
Peter Esho's investment lesson from 2008 financial crisis There are two reasons for buying a property -- either as a home to live or...

Jenny Fentino
Sep 24, 2024
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