Stamford Capital Goes West & Continues National Expansion

Leading commercial property finance brokerage Stamford Capital has expanded into Western Australia, opening a Perth office. It marks the fifth office for the brokerage powerhouse since its formation in 2010 and also the next step in its national network – joining offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. Located at 401 Oxford Street in Mount […]

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New Managing Director Peter O’Connor to Lead Stamford Capital

Stamford Capital Australia, a leading commercial property finance business, will restructure its executive leadership team in response to sustained rapid growth of the 14-year-old brokerage and forecast expansion of Stamford Capital Investments (SCIM), its investment arm. The restructure will see Peter O’Connor promoted from Chief Operations Officer to Managing Director. Co-founders Domenic Lo Surdo and […]

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Stamford Capital Launches fintech marketplace for commercial real estate agents

Just months after the successful launch of comr8’s Stamford Capital has released comr8 for agents – an innovative new platform tailored to be the finance arm of commercial real estate agent. Launched last October, the online comr8 platform is free for borrowers of commercial property finance and provides insights on the entire lending market comprising […]

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Introducing comr8

As our closest friends and clients, we’re proud to introduce you to comr8 our new commercial property finance marketplace – connecting borrowers to their best finance solution. For over 11 years, Stamford Capital has been tirelessly working to deliver the best for our clients; our rich history and breadth of experience feeding into every decision […]

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Commercial lending back at pre-pandemic levels

Pre-sales lending criteria easing, deal competition increasing with more non-bank lenders Expectations are for price wars forcing non-banks to lower margins Dramatic swing back in survey results after the bleakness of a year ago Commercial lending appetites are back at pre-COVID levels, with high levels of confidence and optimism across most property sectors. To read […]

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Capital Supply Tipped to Exceed Demand

Lenders are lining up to provide capital on new projects as the property industry suddenly becomes an attractive prospect, a swift turnaround on the situation six months ago. Both bank and non-bank lenders are trying to take advantage of the real estate market, granting more opportunities for developers, however capital supply could outpace demand, according […]

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Private capital floods back into real estate debt ‘like a boomerang’

Private capital chasing higher yields in the booming property market has fuelled an explosion of new non-bank lenders offering construction and investment loans this year, according to one of the country’s leading commercial mortgage brokers, Stamford Capital. “[Lending] has come back like a boomerang. There was a huge dip [last year during the pandemic] but […]

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Mezzanine finance on the comeback in commercial property

Mezzanine finance was once a common part of the broker’s arsenal of products, but has taken a backseat in recent years as Big Four lenders shied away from apartment and unit development deals. “Mezzanine finance, or second mortgage, are debt instruments that exist in capital stacks that are most often used in project financing, but […]

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Mezzanine finance back in favour as residential presales surge

According to commercial finance intermediary Stamford Capital, mezzanine and traditional bank financing arrangements are emerging as key trends in real estate debt capital in the commercial property sector, as developers return to trading bank lenders and incorporate mezzanine finance in their development finance stack. To read the full article from the Australian Property Journal Click […]

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Cheaper mezzanine funding on the cards for developers

The resurgent housing market has delivered a double boost to residential developers in the form of cheaper debt as banks look to partner again with mezzanine lenders. To read more of the article in the AFR Click here.

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The impacts of COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic has shifted the way banks and non-banks are looking at lending. To read more of the feature in Mortgage Professional Australia click here.

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Non-Bank Lenders Seize Resurgent Loan Appetite

Non-bank lenders are leading the charge to capture emerging capital flowing back into the property market as investors emerge from the depths of the Covid-19 crisis, financier Stamford Capital says. According to a survey of 100 lenders conducted in August, lending activity is projected to remain stable, with 70 per cent of respondents expecting major […]

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Non-Banks drive surge in real estate funding liquidity

A fresh wave of capital has poured into real estate debt markets in the post-COVID-19 age, according to a survey of 100 lenders, and non-banks are leading the charge to fund investors and developers. More than 70 per cent of the banks, non-banks and private lenders surveyed in August by mortgage originator Stamford Capital said […]

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‘Gold Brick’ Bias Creates Niche for Non-Bank Lenders

Liquidity is more important than pricing and wherever there is liquidity, there is a deal that can be done. Click here to read the full article from The Urban Developer.

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2020 Residential Market Outlook

Thanks to Colliers International for hosting and inviting Stamford to take part in the 2020 Residential Market Outlook Webinar alongside Ethos Urban. To see the full presentation on the 2020 Residential Market Outlook during and post COVID-19 click here.

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Stamford Capital courting overseas investors

With banks now requiring 100-120% debt coverage for overseas buyers and local appetite reducing for off-the-plan apartments due to Opal and Mascot towers incidents, non-bank lenders have developed zero pre-sales product to cater to this market. Click here to read the full article.

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Lending after the storm

Figures show the changing appetite of lenders. As the banking sector recovers from the perfect storm created by APRA restraints, the royal commission and the final Hayne report, lenders are looking to grow their loan books and develop new products for the changing market, according to Stamford Capital’s 2019 Real Estate Debt Capital Markets Survey. […]

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Suntec REIT secures Pyrmont’s Workshop for $297m

We are delighted to announce Singapore-based Suntec REIT has recently finalised the acquisition of the Workshop office building in Pyrmont, an A-grade asset being developed by one of our clients Milligan Property Group in partnership with Stamford Capital Australia and Quintet Partners. To read the article from The Australian written by Ben Wilmot Click here

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Pre-sale criteria continues to constrict development

Australia’s banking sector is in recover mode after being hit by the perfect storm of influences, according to a new industry survey from Stamford Capital. Due to the effects of APRA restraints, the Royal Commission and resulting Hayne Report, pre-sale criteria continues to constrict residential development, according to Stamford Capital’s Real Estate Debt Capital Markets […]

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Commercial finance trends in Australia’s post Hayne Report climate

As Australia’s banking sector continues its recovery from the perfect storm of APRA restraints, the Royal Commission and resulting Hayne Report – pre-sale criteria continues to constrict residential development, lenders are looking to size up loan books and scramble to develop new products for the changing market and many anticipate an interest rate decrease, according […]

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Eastern states stats don’t apply to SA claims report

Eastern states stats don’t apply to SA claims reportAs Australia’s banking sector continues its recovery from the royal commission and resulting Hayne report, pre-sale requirements continue to constrain residential development with lenders looking to size up loan books and develop new products says a new real estate survey from a national finance broker. But, claims […]

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NAB tips peak-to-trough house price decline of 20pc

NAB has downgraded its house price forecast for 2019 after weak conditions early this year were worse than expected. Sydney and Melbourne will continue to lead the decline, but the major lender now anticipating peak-to-trough falls of 20% and 15% respectively. Perth is expected to remain weak, while the other capitals will hold up. To […]

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More private commercial lenders offering loans without pre-sales

More than a third of private lenders in Australia are starting to offer loans to residential developers without pre-sales commitment, as tough times in the housing market call for more fluid lending, an annual survey by lending broker Stamford Capital reveals. Nearly all of the major banks still require pre-sales of apartments and new homes […]

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Stamford Capital expands into Victoria

We are delighted to advise Henry Buwalda has joined the Stamford team to lead our Victorian operations. Henry brings to Stamford a great deal of experience, in particular in Victorian property markets, having led various teams across multiple banks in Melbourne for over 35 years. Through that time, Henry has built a wealth of knowledge […]

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Hayne Report to hit home developers and commercial lending

It has been impossible to avoid reports on the banking royal commission’s findings, yet most analysis has focused on the impact of proposed changes on the mortgage broking sector. Few commentators have discussed the inevitable flow-on effects on the residential property development sector and its many related industries. Click here to read full article by […]

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AustSuper to finance $145m complex

Stamford Capital is delighted to have played a key role in this transaction. Click here to read full article by Ben Wilmot in The Australian.

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Sunny skies for Brisbane apartment market

It’s widely accepted within industry circles that we are through the worst of the headwinds that the Brisbane apartment market will experience. The supply has all but dried up (certainly in the inner ring) and almost all key indicators affecting forward-looking pricing for the Brisbane apartment market are improving, albeit from a low base. Broadly […]

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Greater role for broker specialists: Stamford

Commercial property finance broker Stamford Capital has set up shop in South Australia, vowing to ease the funding constraints facing local developers and investors. The Adelaide office of the national group is being led by director Adam Miller, who has more than 20 years’ experience in the sector, including senior roles at NAB and BankSA. […]

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Stamford expands into Adelaide

Stamford Capital has opened an office in Adelaide as part of its national expansion and appointed Adam Miller as Director. Miller brings over 20 years’ experience in the commercial property sector spanning valuation, asset management and banking, he has held a range of senior roles at financial intuitions such as Bank SA (a division of […]

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Commercial development leased by French Public relations company

Stamford Capital has been working with Milligan Group since both our inceptions. We are proud to announce that French advertising and public relations company Publicis Groupe has leased the office space at 21 Harris Street, Pyrmont with developer Milligan Group. The development was backed by Stamford Capital Investments and Quintet Partners. Click here to view […]

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Investors and developers face mini credit crunch

Commercial property investors and developers can expect a mini credit crunch from Australian banks this year as the rising cost of funds and new regulations start to bite. Intermediaries between banks and investors, as well as several non bank lenders, are already seeing conditions tighten despite the latest data form the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority […]

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Best of NSW crowned at sold-out event

More than 20 mortgage professionals across New South Wales received top honours at The Adviser’s Better Business Awards last night. Over 500 people gathered at Sydney’s Sofitel ballroom to recognise the award winners across a range of categories. Raymond Xue of ACA Mortgage Solution took out the most coveted gong of the night, Broker of […]

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APRA changes for banks likely to hit property sector

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)’s proposed change to increase equity allocation on mortgages has been a hot topic for some time within banking circles and its implications will soon be felt across the property development and construction sectors. Click here to download the full article.

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Institutional funds provide welcome market support

The past six to nine months have been dynamic for the commercial real estate lending market, in particular the non-bank lending sector, where reduced competition during the GFC stagnated growth and hindered access to capital. Click here to view the whole article.

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