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March 2, 2025 โ€ข 11 mins

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Podcast: Finance This, Property That
๐Ÿ•’ Duration: 11 minutes
๐Ÿ‘ค Host: Dion Fernandez, Mortgage Planner & Finance Professional

๐ŸŽง Episode Summary:

Thinking about investing in commercial property but feeling overwhelmed by the finance side of things? In this episode, Dion Fernandez busts three common myths that hold investors back from entering the commercial real estate market. From deposit requirements to loan approvals, Dion provides clarity on whatโ€™s really needed to succeed in commercial property finance. Whether youโ€™re a first-time investor or looking to expand your portfolio, this episode breaks down the key strategies to make commercial property investment more accessible.

๐Ÿ“Œ Episode Breakdown:

๐Ÿ”น [00:00] Introduction

  • Welcome to Finance This, Property That
  • Dion's expertise in finance & commercial property lending

๐Ÿ”น [01:15] Myth #1 โ€“ You Need a Huge Deposit to Start

  • Many believe commercial loans require a 30-40% deposit
  • Some lenders offer financing up to 80% LVR
  • Alternative funding strategies: cross-collateralization, SMSF, low-doc & lease-doc loans

๐Ÿ”น [04:20] Myth #2 โ€“ Commercial Property is Only for Big Players

  • Everyday investors can enter the market
  • Smaller properties, regional locations, and partnerships as entry points
  • Using self-managed super funds (SMSF) to buy commercial properties

๐Ÿ”น [07:30] Myth #3 โ€“ Getting a Commercial Loan is Impossible

  • Commercial lending is different but achievable
  • How lenders assess risk: personal income & property-generated revenue
  • Key factors for loan approval: strong lease agreements, lender specialization, creditworthiness

๐Ÿ”น [10:00] Key Takeaways & Final Advice

  • The importance of planning early & structuring finance correctly
  • Dionโ€™s โ€œGo slow to go fastโ€ approach to smooth approvals
  • How a recent client secured approval in just 9 business days

๐Ÿ“ข Need expert guidance? Connect with Dion:
๐Ÿ”— Emerge Finance Website
๐Ÿ“ท Instagram: @DionFinanceSpecialist
๐Ÿ’ผ LinkedIn: Dion Fernandez

๐Ÿ‘‰ Tune in now and take the first step toward smarter commercial property investing! ๐ŸŽงโœจ

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