Low-Doc / ABN Finance

Self-employed? You're not invisible.

If your last two tax returns aren't a tidy story, that doesn't mean a no. Low-doc lenders use BAS, bank statements and accountant declarations instead.

If you've ever been told 'sorry, we can't see enough income' after waving years of healthy bank statements at a bank — low-doc lending exists for exactly that.

We work with lenders who assess self-employed applicants on the strength of how their business actually runs today, not whether last year's return is signed and filed.

Who it may suit

If any of these sound like you, we should chat.

  • Sole traders and ABN contractors
  • Tradies, couriers and gig-economy operators
  • Recently incorporated businesses (6+ months ABN)
  • Owners between tax returns
  • Anyone whose financials don't reflect current earnings
  • Self-employed buyers wanting a car, ute or work vehicle
Common use cases

Where this product comes in handy.

Self-employed car loan

Personal or work vehicle for an ABN holder.

Tradie ute finance

Get the work vehicle without two years of returns.

ABN equipment finance

Tools and machinery on a low-doc commercial deal.

Working capital

Short-term cashflow facilities without full financials.

New ABN finance

Limited options, but they exist — we know which lenders.

Property-backed low-doc

Sharper rates when there's property security available.

How it works

From first chat to settled, in four steps.

(01)

Quick story

Tell us about the business, the ABN history, and the asset.

(02)

Lender shortlist

We match to lenders comfortable with your structure and trading age.

(03)

Light-touch documents

Usually BAS, recent bank statements, and an accountant's declaration.

(04)

Settle

Most low-doc deals settle within 3–5 business days of approval.

FAQs

Common questions, answered.

What's 'low-doc' actually mean?+

It means the lender uses simpler evidence of income — BAS, bank statements, declarations — instead of full tax returns and financial statements. Approval can be faster, sometimes at a slightly higher rate.

Can I get finance with a brand-new ABN?+

Yes — but the options narrow. Some lenders will fund from 3–6 months ABN with the right supporting evidence. Our guide 'Can I get finance with a new ABN?' covers the detail.

Do I need GST registration?+

GST registration helps because it implies a certain turnover, but it's not always required. Different lenders have different rules.

Will the rate be higher than full-doc?+

Sometimes — but not always, especially for established ABN holders with strong bank statements or property security. We'll show both sides.

Can my accountant help?+

Absolutely. An accountant's declaration of income can unlock options that BAS alone wouldn't. We're happy to liaise with your accountant directly.

Ready when you are.

No obligation, no pressure — just a quick chat to see if we can help.

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