The ToolShed Podcast

EP 137: The #1 Loan Mistake That’s Keeping Builders Broke

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Episode notes

Are traditional bank loans silently draining your building business? In this episode, Mick Hawes is joined by finance strategist Martin Cattach to unpack the #1 loan mistake that keeps many Aussie builders broke—and what to do instead.

From understanding the difference between cashflow and liquidity, to discovering smarter funding options like trade finance, this episode will shift the way you think about money, growth, and risk in your business.

What You’ll Learn:

– Why most builders misdiagnose their money problems

– How to fix the cash gap with flexible finance options

– The danger of using your home to fund your business

– The difference between good debt and bad debt

– Why responsive finance beats traditional bank loans

If you’re a residential builder working hard but still struggling financially, this is the conversation you need to hear.

Take the free Builder Freedom Readiness Scorecard. Identify what’s slowing you down and get actionable insights: https://bit.ly/Builder-Freedom-Readiness-Scorecard 

Connect with Martin Cattach: Website: https://finforbiz.com.au/about/ LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/Martin-Cattach 

Stay tuned next week when we talk about it. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, stay healthy.