Office address: Level 40 Governor Phillip Tower, 1 Farrer Place, Sydney NSW 2000
Website: www.aquamore.com.au
Year established: 2016
Company type: financial services
Employees: 20+
Expertise: commercial lending, landbanks, short-term finance, bridging loans, commercial property, bespoke financial solutions, SMSF loans, construction finance, development finance, SME lending solutions
Parent company: N/A
CEO and key people: Matthew Porch, Head of Distribution
Financing status: -
Aquamore is an institutionally backed private lender that offers innovative financial solutions to SMEs across Australia. It takes pride in delivering flexible and competitive lending solutions tailored to the needs of its clients. Aquamore works exclusively through brokers and is a member of the Commercial & Asset Finance Brokers Association of Australia.
Aquamore was established in 2016 and has since become a pivotal player in Australia's financial industry. The company's journey reflects a commitment to excellence, innovation, and the development of bespoke financial products that address the unique needs of its clientele. Since 2016, Aquamore has secured over $100 million in loans for Australian businesses.
Aquamore offers a diverse range of financial products and services, each designed to provide solutions that are as unique as their clients. Their offerings include:
commercial finance: tailored solutions for businesses looking to expand or manage cash flow effectively. Specialises in short-term commercial loans of up to $5 million
investment funds: opportunities for investors to participate in the mortgage market
bridging loans: short-term financing options to bridge the gap between financial needs and traditional funding sources
SMSF loans: Aquamore offers self-managed super funds (SMSF) loans, among the most competitive in the Australian market
Aquamore fosters a culture of shared growth, fueled by a passion for uncovering unique investment opportunities and a commitment to investor success. Their strategic approach and agile decision-making navigate overlooked markets, aligning the interests of partner-brokers and clients with their own. A diverse team of experienced professionals leverages expertise to make informed choices quickly, while independent oversight ensures transparency every step of the way.
Matthew Porch, with over a decade of experience in the financial industry, leads Aquamore's broker distribution team. His background includes various roles in relationship management and credit analysis at major financial institutions.
Before joining Aquamore in 2020, Porch held various roles in some of the most well-respected institutions in finance. He was with Lloyds Banking Group, Bank of Scotland, and HSBC in the UK. He moved to ANZ in Sydney in 2013, then Global Capital Commercial in 2019.
As Head of Distribution, some of Porch’s responsibilities include implementing policy, leading on sales and marketing, and fostering team culture.
Aquamore is committed to supporting Australia’s small business economy through competitive financing services, favorable terms and quick processing times. With a strong foundation and a clear vision for the future, Aquamore is set to remain a leading force in Australia's financial services industry.
Working with brokers to meet SME finance needs
This collaboration set to expand client's access to finance facilities
Providing solutions motivates experienced professional
Best brokers display advocacy, tenacity and organisational skills
SMSF lending an untapped market for brokers
Consistency the key to a broker's success
Satisfaction in being part of projects from start to finish
Focusing beyond the single transaction to build long-term sustainable relationships with clients, lenders, and referrers
Asking the right questions can help ensure success
More brokers gain access to the lender’s short-term commercial finance offering
