WHO THIS IS FOR

Asset Finance Built for ABN Holders

Sole traders, owner-operators and small business owners across Australia are knocked back by banks for documentation gaps, stalled in single-lender queues, and locked into single products by dealer finance. Whether you're a sole trader trading 2+ years on ABN without full tax returns, an owner-operator with strong contract income but limited financial reporting, a small business knocked back by banks for documentation gaps, an established operator wanting a simplified application process, refreshing a fleet on ABN-only structures, or acquiring business assets through income cycle-based assessment.

Your application goes to specialist non-bank lenders who assess your ABN, BAS and active business income directly, in one structured submission with no multi-lender credit hits.

  • Upgrading ageing equipment or vehicles Replace before maintenance costs outpace what a newer asset would be worth. Trade-in and replacement structured in one application.
  • Winning a new business contract Quote the work confident your pre-approval is locked in and the asset will be on site for day one.
  • Buying used, dealer or private sale Auction, dealer and private deals other lenders walk away from. We settle direct to the seller and handle the paperwork end to end.
  • Refinancing existing equipment loans Lower monthly repayments, restructure balloons before they're due, or consolidate multiple loans into one repayment.

HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

How ABN-Only Finance Works in Australia

A simple, secure online application, with honest advice from a Australia specialist you can trust.
No pressure. No hit to your credit score.

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Complete the Form in 60 Seconds

Tell us about your business and the asset you are financing through our secure online form.

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Speak With a ABN Holder Finance Specialist

An Australia-based ABN holder finance specialist reviews your situation and walks you through the documents needed for the lender match.

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Get Pre-Approved Over the Phone

You'll have a clear pre-approval often within 1 business day, with rate, term and repayment structure tailored to how your business income actually flows.

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Settle the Loan
and Take Delivery

Your specialist sources the strongest matched offer and coordinates settlement with the dealer, private seller or auction house.

Get My Pre-Approval
60 second form. No impact on your credit score.
RECENT SETTLEMENTS

Real Results for Australian ABN Holders

ABN-only finance settled across 80+ Australian lenders, from sole traders to small fleet operators. ACL 389328.

"Sole trader for two years on ABN but no full tax returns yet. Bank wanted them. Cody put us with a lender that worked from BAS quarters and the active contracts."

Mark, Sole Trader
Trade business

"Tradie expanding from one ute to three on a builder framework but the returns lagged the contract book. Equifund found a lender that scored on the framework and the BAS."

Pete, Director
Trade business

"Hospitality fitouts business with steady contract income but the books were behind. They matched us with a lender that scored on the active contracts and BAS rather than full financials."

Carly, Owner
Hospitality fitouts

"Demo of a piece of equipment on a job for a fortnight, decided to keep it. Books weren't fresh enough for the bank. John found a lender that ran on BAS and the contract case."

Wayne, Site Manager
Trade business

"Ex-lease asset at a dealer clearance, you've got 24 hours to settle. Equifund had us pre-approved on the ABN and the BAS before walking onto the yard."

Hayden, Owner-Operator
Established trade

"Sole trader for two years on ABN but no full tax returns yet. Bank wanted them. Cody put us with a lender that worked from BAS quarters and the active contracts."

Mark, Sole Trader
Trade business

"Tradie expanding from one ute to three on a builder framework but the returns lagged the contract book. Equifund found a lender that scored on the framework and the BAS."

Pete, Director
Trade business

"Hospitality fitouts business with steady contract income but the books were behind. They matched us with a lender that scored on the active contracts and BAS rather than full financials."

Carly, Owner
Hospitality fitouts

"Demo of a piece of equipment on a job for a fortnight, decided to keep it. Books weren't fresh enough for the bank. John found a lender that ran on BAS and the contract case."

Wayne, Site Manager
Trade business

"Ex-lease asset at a dealer clearance, you've got 24 hours to settle. Equifund had us pre-approved on the ABN and the BAS before walking onto the yard."

Hayden, Owner-Operator
Established trade

"First time on a tier-two builder framework for site-supervision work. Terry structured a chattel mortgage on the framework and the BAS as the case."

Hannah, Director
Site supervision

"Multi-trade fleet across plumbing, electrical and HVAC entities. Jake matched us with a lender that took the consolidated BAS and the active job book across all entities."

Brad, Operations Manager
Multi-trade fleet

"Owner-operator stepping up from labour-hire to running our own gear on a council facilities contract. Jason structured a chattel mortgage on the contract income and the ABN."

Beau, Owner-Operator
Council framework

"Hire-out yard with steady day-rate revenue but books behind. They put us with a lender that scored on the active hire book and the BAS rather than asking for full returns."

Tracy, Yard Owner
Hire-out yard

"Regional service business across multiple trades. Equifund found a lender that scored on the recurring service contracts and the BAS, no property security required."

Murray, Owner
Regional service

"First time on a tier-two builder framework for site-supervision work. Terry structured a chattel mortgage on the framework and the BAS as the case."

Hannah, Director
Site supervision

"Multi-trade fleet across plumbing, electrical and HVAC entities. Jake matched us with a lender that took the consolidated BAS and the active job book across all entities."

Brad, Operations Manager
Multi-trade fleet

"Owner-operator stepping up from labour-hire to running our own gear on a council facilities contract. Jason structured a chattel mortgage on the contract income and the ABN."

Beau, Owner-Operator
Council framework

"Hire-out yard with steady day-rate revenue but books behind. They put us with a lender that scored on the active hire book and the BAS rather than asking for full returns."

Tracy, Yard Owner
Hire-out yard

"Regional service business across multiple trades. Equifund found a lender that scored on the recurring service contracts and the BAS, no property security required."

Murray, Owner
Regional service
SPECIALIST VS BANK

Specialist vs Major Bank ABN Holder Finance

Side-by-side on the criteria that decide whether an Australian only finance deal settles or stalls.

Criterion Equifund Specialist Major Bank
Income type Reads project payments, progress claims and BAS PAYG salary preferred, contract income often discounted
Lender access Panel of 80+ Australian lenders matched to your file One bank, one credit template
Pre-approval speed Typically inside 24 hours 5 to 10 business days on average
Documentation Low-doc options available for established operators Full financials usually required
Deposit $0 deposit available for prime applications Deposit typically required
Industry expertise Australia-based asset and equipment finance specialists Generic commercial credit team
FAQ

Common ABN Holder Finance Questions

Straight answers to the questions Australian businesses and operators ask most.

What types of vehicles and equipment can I finance in Australia?

We finance new, used, demonstrator, dealer and private-sale vehicles and equipment across all major makes and models. Your specialist matches the finance to your work and the lender to your file.

How long does ABN holder finance take to settle?

Pre-approval is typically inside 24 hours once you submit the form. Settlement timing then depends on the lender and asset details, with many Australian deals settling within a week of pre-approval.

Do I need to own property to qualify?

No. Many of our lenders score the deal on contract income and asset value rather than requiring property security. Non-property owners regularly settle ABN holder finance through Equifund.

Do I need a deposit?

Not always. $0 deposit is available for prime applications, especially for established operators with active contracts and project work. Other deals may require a deposit depending on the asset, the lender and the loan term.

Can I finance a used ABN holder, private sale, or auction purchase?

Yes. We finance dealer purchases, private sales, auctions and end-of-lease buyouts. The ABN holder just needs to meet the lender's age and condition requirements.

Can I refinance an existing ABN holder loan?

Yes. Many Australian operators refinance to access a better rate, restructure repayments around their income cycle, release equity from the asset, or consolidate multiple ABN holder loans into one facility.

Which lenders does Equifund work with?

We have a panel of 80+ Australian lenders spanning major banks, specialist asset financiers and non-bank lenders that specifically understand contract income and transport assets. Your specialist matches your file to the right lender for the deal.

Can I finance multiple ABN holders in one application?

Yes. We regularly settle multi-ABN holder deals for Australian fleets, often splitting the package across more than one lender to fit each asset's spec and your overall structure.

Do you finance trailers and equipment as well as ABN holders?

Yes. Abn Onlys, attachments, trailers and related equipment are all on the panel. Equipment security can be structured independently of ABN holder finance if that better suits the deal.

What's the difference between a chattel mortgage and a finance lease?

A chattel mortgage gives you immediate ownership of the ABN holder while the lender holds it as security. You claim GST upfront and depreciate the ABN holder for tax. It is the most common structure for established Australian owner-operators. A finance lease keeps the ABN holder on the lender's books with set monthly payments and an optional residual paid at the end of the term. Useful for fleet operators managing repayments against vehicle turnover. Your Australia-based ABN holder finance specialist will recommend the structure that suits your business and tax position. Read the full chattel mortgage vs finance lease comparison.

What is contract income recognition?

Contract income recognition is how a specialist lender reads income from project payments, progress claims and BAS rather than treating only PAYG salary as income. Bank credit templates often miss this. Specialist lenders read contract income accurately, which is why established Australian operators frequently get approved on deals that mainstream banks decline.

What is low-doc ABN holder finance?

Low-doc ABN holder finance is approval on a reduced documentation set, usually a Director declaration plus business activity statements or recent bank statements, rather than full financials. It is faster to process and common for established small-fleet operators in Australia who would rather not produce two years of full tax returns for a single asset purchase.

What is pre-approval in ABN holder finance?

Pre-approval is a conditional finance approval issued before you commit to a ABN holder. It sets the maximum loan amount, indicative rate, term and repayment structure so you can negotiate with dealers, private sellers or auction houses on solid ground. Equifund pre-approvals are typically issued within 24 hours of form submission.

What is an Australian Credit Licence (ACL)?

An Australian Credit Licence (ACL) is a licence issued by ASIC permitting a business to engage in credit activities under the National Consumer Credit Protection Act. Equifund holds Australian Credit Licence 389328. Working with an ACL holder is a baseline regulatory protection for the borrower and a baseline trust signal for any Australian finance provider.

Can you arrange finance without full tax returns or audited financials?

Yes. ABN-only and BAS-only finance is routinely available through specialist lenders on our panel for established businesses (typically 2+ years trading ABN). The application is carried by ABN, BAS, bank statements and active contract income rather than full tax returns.

Can you finance assets if banks have declined due to incomplete documentation?

Yes. Lenders on our panel specialise in funding established operators that banks decline due to incomplete financials, industry concentration, or non-standard income structures. Active contract income, BAS and trade history carry the application.

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