Paul is a senior finance broker who joined the business in 2013. He has two decades of experience in the finance sector as both a chartered accountant and prior to joining Mike Phipps Finance as a senior commercial lender with a large Australian Bank.

After attending university Paul commenced his career in the accounting sector working with both government and big 4 accounting firms.

Paul successfully transitioned to a senior commercial lending position in early 2010. Paul’s banking career had a predominant focus within the Management Rights industry while he also facilitated motel, licensed hotel and wider commercial transactions.

Since joining Mike Phipps Finance, Paul has facilitated over 750 transactions with a value of over $1B. Paul services clients throughout Australia and is recognised nationally for his expertise and service ethic.

During his accounting career Paul was a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA), he holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce and a Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management. He is an MFAA accredited Credit Advisor.

Why do you recommend using a Finance Broker when applying for a loan?

Clients get to deal with an expert who has access to all the available lenders. We have a fully staffed office who will make the process as easy as possible. Because we pre-qualify our clients the chances of unhappy and potentially expensive surprises are greatly reduced. Our finance tender process creates competitive tension between lenders and ensues the very best result for our clients. Unfortunately, banks are getting slower and harder to deal with. Our job is to keep them honest!

What do you like to do in your spare time?

As a dad to twin boys I’m pretty busy supporting them in a myriad of sports as well as their educational needs. Luckily my wife is a school teacher so there’s plenty of advice as and when required.

The family love to travel and when time permits I’m working on my training for next years Noosa Triathlon. As a swimmer, I’m a really good runner!

What is your best piece of advice for clients that are new to the accommodation industry?

Surround yourself with experts. Build a network of trusted advisors who are not trying to sell you anything (at least not straight away) and build your industry knowledge. Learn to pick the risks and understand the opportunities.

What is your favourite thing about working at Mike Phipps Finance?

I work with a great group of people and we all genuinely enjoy helping people achieve their goals. Being out of corporate life allows me to have a direct input into how the business operates without the need for endless focus groups and meetings. We are genuinely a team who get a real kick out of what we do.