Articles
Looking for finance? It can be like looking for love 25-Feb-2010
The latest research indicates that the banks’ attitude towards small business is in complete contrast with that of the federal government. Our politicians see small to medium sized enterprises as the backbone of the Australian economy and have lavished us with gifts like the Investment Allowances of 2009 to keep the relationship alive.
The tide is finally turning for boat finance 18-Feb-2010
The perfect storm that battered the world economy is beginning to clear and the sun’s starting to shine on the boating industry. Yet while confidence is returning, the major banks are still showing a reluctance to dip their feet into the water. So if you’re looking for a new boat and will need finance, in 2010 you’re going to need some serious help. Think of it like fishing for money, it’s not just a matter of going to the same old spot hoping to hook the finance, you’ll need to have your tackle in order to land a good catch.
Stake your Investment Allowance Goldmine Claim29-Jan-2010
In 2009 the federal government’s Investment Allowances offered businesses a once in 20 year opportunity. So if you ordered a new vehicle or equipment last year, you’ll need to have it installed and ready for use by the relevant deadline this year to reap the rewards. Meeting the deadline is one thing, choosing the right finance structure is equally important.
Finlease goes west. 29-Dec-2009
Leading business finance broker Finlease is expanding its network by opening up a branch in Perth. Finlease has teamed up with an established WA business finance broker AGF Charter, with the new office officially opening on January 1, 2010.
Time is running out for the Investment Allowances 16-Oct-2009
The Investment Allowances offer a truly unique opportunity for business which hasn’t been offered for 20 years. So whilst other government stimulus measures have recently been wound back, the fact that the Investment Allowances are running their full course until December is significant. Read more
Australia feels luckier as economy grows 02-Oct-2009
In the heartland of Australia right now, life is looking even better. Earlier this year, finance broker Finlease predicted that the economy was never in as bad a shape as many analysts were suggesting. So we looked at the world through the eyes of a small business operator, we called him ‘Barry the Builder’ and his family. What we now find is that for Barry, his wife Betty and the two children, as predicted things, are looking much brighter than others had anticipated.
The Investment Allowance Guide in Plain English28-Jul-2009
Some smart businesses have already taken advantage of the government's Investment Allowances for eligible vehicle and equipment purchases. Yet the actual details are still rather confusing to many. People are asking, "How do you qualify?" "What equipment does it apply to?" To demystify the finer points, we've prepared this 'Investment Allowance Guide in Plain English'.
Big banks are overlooking the needs of small business27-Jul-2009
Many small business operators feel they are becoming increasingly neglected by the major banks amid the recent upheavals in financial markets. Tighter lending practices have meant that business finance is becoming harder to access, while industry analysts believe that the banks are placing less focus on building customer relationships.