Business Lending Hub • Line of Credit

Flexible Capital On Demand with a Business Line of Credit

Draw funds instantly, repay anytime, and stabilise your cashflow — we’ll match your business to the right lender and limit.

What a Business Line of Credit Actually Is

A Business Line of Credit gives your business a flexible revolving limit you can draw and repay anytime — without locking into a lump-sum loan.

It keeps your cashflow steady when invoices slow down or suppliers extend deadlines. Not sure which facility fits? Compare SME business loan options in our Business Loans hub. Many business owners pair LOCs with upgrade strategies from our Fast-Track Asset Finance Guide.

You only pay interest on what you actually draw — not the entire limit.

Revolving Access
Draw & repay anytime — similar flexibility covered in our Fleet Finance Approvals.
Interest Only on Usage
Charge applies only to what you draw — aligned with Low Doc Cashflow Loans.
Fast Access
Approvals in 24–48 hours — similar timeline to Truck Finance Approvals.
Quick selector

LOC vs Working Capital Loan vs Invoice Finance

Pick the right cashflow tool in 10 seconds. If you need the definition first: Line of Credit glossary.

Business Line of Credit (LOC)

Reusable buffer (draw → repay → redraw).

  • Best for: ongoing gaps + “quiet weeks”.
  • You pay on: what you draw (not the full limit).
  • Trigger: supplier/wages/BAS timing.

Working Capital Loan

Lump sum for a defined plan.

  • Best for: stock, marketing, short ramp.
  • Structure: set term + repayments.
  • Trigger: “I need $X for Y”.

Invoice Finance

Cash locked in invoices.

  • Best for: B2B invoice cycles.
  • Structure: advance on invoices.
  • Trigger: paid late, growing fast.

Tight window? BAS due / approval pending is usually a BAS + timing problem — we’ll tell you which tool fits.

Why Businesses Use a Line of Credit

A Business Line of Credit gives SMEs fast, flexible access to working capital — smoothing cashflow, helping you stay steady, and letting you act quickly when opportunities arise.

Cover Slow Invoice Cycles

When invoices take weeks to clear, a LOC fills cashflow gaps so you can stay on top of payroll, suppliers, and other expenses.

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Handle Unexpected Costs

Equipment breaks down, deadlines shift, or opportunities appear. A LOC gives you the breathing room to act fast.

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Manage Seasonal Workloads

For tradies and truckies, workloads rise and dip. A LOC smooths the cycle to keep operations steady year-round.

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Why Switchboard Finance for a Line of Credit?

Fast, Low-Doc Access to Capital

Perfect for ABN holders who need a flexible credit limit without mountains of paperwork.

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Tailored LOC Structuring

We match your limit to your BAS cycle, seasonality, and invoice timing — not rigid bank templates.

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Cashflow Specialists for SMEs

Tradies, truckers, cafés, medical clinics — we understand how your cashflow rises and dips. Many clients pair their LOC with Invoice Finance for even smoother operations.

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No Bullshit Transparency

Clear numbers, honest guidance, real explanations. No hidden clauses or confusing charges.

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How It Works

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Quick Low-Doc Assessment

We review your ABN, cashflow, revenue & bank statements — no heavy paperwork. Perfect for low-doc approvals.

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We Structure Your Line of Credit

We match your limit to BAS cycles, invoices & seasonality — using the same method as our Working Capital Loans.

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Approval & Access to Funds

Many lenders approve within 24–48 hours. Draw, repay, and redraw anytime — completely flexible access to capital.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Line of Credit hard to get approved for? +
Approval depends on revenue strength, bank statements, and trading history. For most ABN holders and small businesses, approval is straightforward — especially when applying for Working Capital Loans or Business Loans.
How fast can I get approved? +
Many lenders approve in 24–48 hours. Fastest approvals typically come from low-doc pathways like Low-Doc Asset Finance.
Can tradies, truckies or ABN holders get a LOC? +
Yes — Lines of Credit suit trades, transport, cafés, contractors, medical practices, and growing ABN-only businesses. Many choose a LOC alongside Equipment Finance or Vehicle Finance.
Is a Line of Credit better than a business loan? +
A LOC is better for ongoing cashflow (wages, materials, BAS, fuel, invoices). A fixed business loan suits one-off purchases like tools, vehicles or equipment. Compare options here: Business Loans.

Ready to Unlock Flexible Capital?

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