Commercial Property Finance Australia: The Complete Guide to Private Commercial Loans, Non-Bank Lending & Property Investment Finance
- Jul 30
- 3 min read
Australia's commercial property market continues to attract investors, developers, business owners and property syndicates seeking long-term growth and strong income-producing assets. Whether you're purchasing an office, warehouse, industrial facility, retail premises or medical centre, securing the right commercial property finance is one of the most important decisions you'll make.
While traditional banks remain a common funding source, many borrowers now turn to private lenders and non-bank commercial finance providers for faster approvals, greater flexibility and funding solutions tailored to complex transactions.
At Innovate Funding, we specialise in arranging commercial property finance, commercial property loans, private lending, bridging loans, construction finance, property development finance, commercial refinancing, first mortgage loans, second mortgage loans, caveat loans, asset-based lending and land acquisition finance through a nationwide panel of specialist lenders.

What Is Commercial Property Finance?
Commercial property finance is funding secured against income-producing or business-related real estate.
Commercial assets commonly financed include:
Office buildings
Warehouses
Industrial facilities
Retail premises
Shopping centres
Medical centres
Childcare centres
Hotels
Motels
Mixed-use developments
Storage facilities
Commercial strata units
Commercial finance can be used for purchasing, refinancing, development, equity release or expanding an investment portfolio.
Why More Australians Choose Private Commercial Finance
Private commercial lenders can often provide:
Faster loan approvals
Flexible lending criteria
Asset-based lending
Tailored loan structures
Commercial expertise
Higher flexibility
Short-term finance
Bridging finance
Development funding
Commercial refinancing
Rather than relying solely on standard bank servicing models, many private lenders focus on property security, equity position and exit strategy.
Commercial Finance Solutions
Innovate Funding assists with:
Commercial Property Loans
Funding for purchasing commercial real estate.
Commercial Property Refinance
Replacing existing facilities to improve flexibility or release equity.
Commercial Bridging Loans
Short-term funding for acquisitions and urgent settlements.
Construction Finance
Funding commercial construction projects through progressive drawdowns.
Property Development Finance
Finance for commercial, industrial and mixed-use developments.
Land Acquisition Finance
Funding development site purchases.
First Mortgage Loans
Primary commercial property lending.
Second Mortgage Loans
Additional funding secured behind an existing mortgage.
Caveat Loans
Fast property-backed finance.
Asset-Based Lending
Funding secured against commercial property rather than traditional income assessment.
Industries We Finance
We regularly assist:
Property Investors
Developers
Builders
Manufacturers
Medical Professionals
Retail Businesses
Hospitality Operators
Logistics Companies
Commercial Investors
Family Offices
SMSFs
Property Syndicates
Australia-Wide Commercial Lending
Innovate Funding assists borrowers across:
Sydney
Melbourne
Brisbane
Perth
Adelaide
Canberra
Hobart
Darwin
We also arrange funding throughout regional Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can commercial property finance be used for investment property?
Yes. Funding is commonly arranged for investment-grade offices, warehouses, retail premises, industrial assets, medical centres and other commercial property.
Can private lenders finance commercial property?
Yes. Many private lenders specialise in commercial property lending where borrowers require flexibility, speed or tailored lending structures.
What types of commercial properties qualify?
Offices, warehouses, industrial buildings, retail premises, medical centres, childcare centres, mixed-use developments, hotels, motels and many other commercial assets may be suitable security.
Why Choose Innovate Funding?
Innovate Funding provides access to a broad network of Australia's leading private lenders and specialist commercial financiers, helping investors, developers and business owners secure tailored funding solutions for acquisitions, refinancing, developments and investment opportunities.
Whether you're purchasing commercial property, refinancing an existing facility, funding a development or expanding your investment portfolio, our experienced team can help structure a finance solution aligned with your objectives.


