Self-employed lending

Low doc commercial loans

Tax returns not lodged yet? Business growing faster than your financials show? A low doc commercial loan lets you prove income with alternative documents.

At a glance

  • Use BAS, bank statements or an accountant's letter
  • Usually need an established ABN
  • LVRs often up to around 60–70%
  • Plan to refinance to full doc later

Who low doc commercial loans suit

  • Business owners whose tax returns are behind or don't reflect current income.
  • Self-employed borrowers who've recently grown or restructured.
  • Investors buying through a company or trust without a full set of financials yet.

How they're different from full doc

Full docLow doc
Income evidenceTax returns & financialsBAS, bank statements or accountant's declaration
Typical LVRUp to around 70–80%Often up to around 60–70%
RatesLowerUsually higher
LendersBanks & non-banksMostly specialist and non-bank lenders

The smart way to use low doc

Low doc gets the deal done. Once your financials catch up, a refinance to full doc can often bring the rate down. We plan that path from the start.

Common questions

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