Australia’s Trusted Strata Finance Partner Providing
REAL CHOICE. REAL SUPPORT.
Delivering tailored, transparent loan solutions to help strata communities fund essential building works with confidence. With over two decades of expertise in strata finance, the Firstrata Finance team have provided tailored loan solutions to hundreds of strata schemes.
Who We Are
Firstrata Finance is a specialist lender focused exclusively on strata finance solutions for residential, commercial, and mixed-use buildings across Australia.
We partner with owners corporations, strata committees, and managers to provide smart, flexible funding options for major works, capital improvements, and urgent repairs.
We understand the financial and structural complexities that come with managing a strata property. That’s why we’ve designed a lending model built on clarity, collaboration, and compliance, making strata loans more accessible, efficient, and community-friendly.
Our Mission
To empower strata communities with access to fair, transparent finance, enabling essential upgrades, increased property value, and peace of mind for all owners.
Meet the Team
In 2021, the team pioneered the hybrid strata loan, revolutionising financing with unparalleled flexibility for strata lot owners. Continuously refining the hybrid loan product based on real-world feedback from strata owners and managers, we ensure our solutions meet both individual and collective strata scheme needs.
At Firstrata Finance, excellence isn’t just about our products; it’s also about our service. As a fully digital, end-to-end business, we make strata finance seamless, efficient, and tailored to you.
Andrew Boss
Chief Executive Officer
Andrew has over 30 years of experience in private equity, banking, and commerce, including five years in strata finance.
His diverse background spans corporations like Westpac, CFO roles in ASX-listed companies, and founding multiple successful start-ups.
As a founder and CEO of Firstrata Finance, Andrew is driven by a commitment to ongoing improvement and innovation.
David Addis
Executive Director
David has over 30 years of legal and financial markets experience at law firms and banks including ANZ and NAB, specialising in securitisation and financial institutions.
He was one of the creators of the hybrid strata loan and is dedicated to improving the strata lending experience for strata corporations.
Stuart Laurance
Head of Credit Operations & Digital
Stuart is a credit risk management specialist with over 30 years of experience including senior credit roles at NAB both in Australia and the UK.
He has an extensive track record in process improvement and is inspired by opportunities to improve the experiences of both customers and colleagues.
Phil Bottomley
Head of Business Development
Phil has over 30 years of business development experience, the last seven in strata finance, bringing a wealth of experience to the strata finance industry.
With an extensive network of relationships with strata managers and suppliers, he is well-positioned to provide exceptional service and support to assist strata corporations with all things strata lending.
Alek Vellios
Business Development Manager VIC
Alek Vellios brings valuable experience from his background in strata management, seamlessly transitioning into strata finance. His strong industry knowledge and adaptability have allowed him to excel quickly.
Alek is committed to earning owners’ trust and delivering clear, confident lending solutions that support owners’ corporations in achieving successful, well-managed building projects.
Marjorie Knust
Marketing, Events & Project Manager
Marjorie is an experienced Events & Projects specialist with two decades of end-to-end delivery experience.
She blends strong project management capability with a commitment to elevating client experience and delivering polished results across a wide range of event types and organisational projects.
Grace Ohoy
Senior Customer Service Officer
Elaine Guevarra
Customer Service Officer
Our Parent Company
For more than 20 years, Thinktank has been a leading nonbank lender in Australia, specialising in the origination, servicing, and securitisation of commercial and residential mortgages. Known for straightforward, reliable, and innovative finance solutions, Thinktank has built a reputation for integrity, expertise, and long term partnership.
In 2025, Thinktank backed the Firstrata Finance team, extending its trusted capabilities to strata lending. Firstrata now provides flexible funding solutions designed to support apartment owners and strata communities nationwide—another step in Thinktank’s mission to meet the evolving needs of borrowers across Australia.
Since its inception in 2006, Thinktank has continued to expand its offerings: SMSF lending in 2013, residential loans in 2018, private lending in 2024, and now strata lending in 2025. Powered by more than 200 professionals and a national distribution network with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth, Thinktank has originated over A$15 billion in loans and manages a portfolio exceeding A$8 billion.
Compliance You
Can Count On
Firstrata Finance holds an Australian Credit Licence, a requirement when providing loans to strata schemes in Australia. We prioritise responsible lending, committee due diligence, and clear owner communication throughout every stage of the process.