Finance for Tradies!
The Finance Shed is a financial services business dedicated to the needs of tradies, subbies and small business in the Newcastle & the Hunter Region.
Our Approach
Nothing is standard, you deserve the right deal for you!
With over 30 years in Banking, Finance and Insurance I have the knowledge, experience and connections to help you find the best financial solutions for you and your business.
We have access to a wide range of lenders including mainstream banks, specialist and alternate lenders and insurers we look beyond the “standard” approach to find the right solution for you.
Damon O’Shea
Director and Accredited Broker
Call me on 0412 215 153 now to discuss how I can get you a better deal!
“We would thoroughly recommend The Finance Shed. Fast approval, excellent service and no stress. Just what any small business owner needs. Damon ensured things ran smoothly.”
Our Tools
Equipment Finance
Vehicle Finance
Personal Finance
General Insurance
Vehicle Buying
Auction Pre-Approvals
Classic Car Finance
Low-Doc, No-Doc, and Self-Declared Income Finance
We just wanted to thank you for all you have done to help in purchasing our first tractor for our newly established farming venture.
Your services are second to none and your commitment to the client was very much appreciated.
As a busy, working FIFO family there was never a time that was not suitable for you to attend to our needs or questions and you went out of your way to make our purchase smooth and simply ‘easy’.
Your continued advice and after sales service has been wonderful. Thank you for going above and beyond in your commitment to our needs. Look forward to using your services again soon.
Many thanks,
Katie and Nathan Heather
The Finance Shed Blog
How to Improve Credit Score as a Self-Employed Tradie
If you’ve ever applied for a loan — a new ute, a set of tools, or even a home loan — and felt the sting of rejection, you’re not alone. Self-employed tradies across Australia run into the same problem: "You know you’re earning good money, but lenders can’t see it." Or...
Tradie Cashflow Made Simple: How to Stop Running Out of Money Every Month
If you’re a tradie running your own gig, you already know the feeling. Work’s flat-out, money’s coming in, invoices are going out—but by the end of the month there’s nothing left in the bank. You’re not alone. In fact, poor cashflow management is one of the biggest...
Common Cashflow Mistakes Tradies Make
You’re flat out all week, running from one job to the next. The invoices go out, the payments trickle in, and you should be rolling in it — but somehow, by the end of the month, the bank balance looks thin again. Sound familiar? You’re not the only one. Most...
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Servicing Newcastle and the Hunter Valley.
Call Damon directly any time, 7 days a week, on 0412 215 153 to discuss your needs or to enquire about a quote.



