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Chattel mortgages are available for any business equipment purchased for income producing purposes. Trucks, trailers, excavators, tractors, forklifts, cranes, vehicles, and virtually any other business asset can be financed this way. You must be registered for GST and have an ABN to qualify.
A chattel mortgage is a business loan where the equipment you purchase acts as security for the loan. Unlike a finance lease where the lender owns the asset, with a chattel mortgage you take ownership immediately at settlement. The lender registers a mortgage (charge) over the chattel (moveable property) until the loan is fully repaid. Once the final payment is made, the charge is removed and you own the asset free and clear.
Choosing a chattel mortgage over other structures can provide significant upfront cash flow benefits through the GST claim, plus ongoing tax deductions for interest and depreciation. Our brokers model the numbers for your specific situation to confirm it is the best option.
Chattel mortgages offer three distinct tax advantages that make them the preferred choice for most GST registered Australian businesses purchasing equipment.
The full GST component of the purchase price can be claimed as an input tax credit on your next BAS return. On a $220,000 truck (inc GST), that is a $20,000 credit back in your pocket within weeks of purchase.
As the owner of the asset, you can claim depreciation as a tax deduction. Depending on the asset and your business structure, you may be eligible for accelerated depreciation or the instant asset write off.
The interest component of your chattel mortgage repayments is a tax deductible business expense, reducing your taxable income each financial year.
A chattel mortgage can include a balloon (residual) payment at the end of the term. This reduces your regular repayments during the loan, improving cash flow while the equipment earns revenue.
Virtually any business equipment or vehicle purchased for income producing purposes qualifies for a chattel mortgage.
A straightforward process that typically takes 2 to 5 business days from application to settlement.
Provide us with some basic information about your business and financing requirements via our secure website.
Your brokers assess your requirements and guide you through gathering the right documents to secure approval quickly.
Receive a clear pre-approval with transparent terms and repayment options that suit your cash flow.
Your finance broker will work with you to source the best funding offers available and guide your application to success.
See how we help Australian operators.
Transport Operator
Transport
Barinder needed a new tipper trailer to keep up with growing contract work but didn’t own property and didn’t have a deposit available. Traditional lenders declined the deal based on security requirements.
We structured the finance around the strength of the business income and the asset itself, delivering approval and settlement within 24 hours so the trailer could be put straight to work.
Earthmoving Contractor
Contractor
Neil was purchasing a used excavator to support ongoing civil jobs but needed a simple low-doc solution without extensive financials slowing the process down.
We secured approval within 24 hours using a streamlined low-doc structure , allowing him to secure the machine before another buyer stepped in
Owner-Driver
Contractor
Bradley found the right truck through a private seller and needed fast finance to avoid losing the deal. The transaction structure made traditional lenders hesitant.
We arranged a low-doc facility tailored to a private sale purchase and delivered approval inside 24 hours, enabling Bradley to secure the vehicle and get back on the road generating income.
Transport Operator
Transport
Barinder needed a new tipper trailer to keep up with growing contract work but didn’t own property and didn’t have a deposit available. Traditional lenders declined the deal based on security requirements.
We structured the finance around the strength of the business income and the asset itself, delivering approval and settlement within 24 hours so the trailer could be put straight to work.
Earthmoving Contractor
Contractor
Neil was purchasing a used excavator to support ongoing civil jobs but needed a simple low-doc solution without extensive financials slowing the process down.
We secured approval within 24 hours using a streamlined low-doc structure , allowing him to secure the machine before another buyer stepped in
Owner-Driver
Contractor
Bradley found the right truck through a private seller and needed fast finance to avoid losing the deal. The transaction structure made traditional lenders hesitant.
We arranged a low-doc facility tailored to a private sale purchase and delivered approval inside 24 hours, enabling Bradley to secure the vehicle and get back on the road generating income.
Major banks often apply rigid policies that do not reflect how transport, construction or agricultural businesses actually operate.
We consider the value, age, and condition of your asset, not just your credit history.
Finance solutions tailored to how your equipment supports daily business operations.
Low-deposit and zero-deposit options available for eligible applicants.
Repayment plans structured around your cash flow and business revenue.
Thousands of Australian business owners trust us for fast approvals, flexible terms, and exceptional service.
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