Business Details
14 Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Debt Funding Solutions
Centaur Property Funds Management Property Funds Management was established in 2012 and has grown to become a leading wholesale Australian real estate debt fund manager. Our core expertise lies in providing tailored property development finance solutions across Australia's capital cities. With over $1.95 billion in loan funding across 315 commercial real estate projects, we specialise in senior and stretch senior loans ranging from $1 million to $25 million. Our team brings decades of combined experience in property funds management, structured debt, and investment banking, ensuring both borrowers and investors receive optimised financial solutions. We operate with full transparency, maintaining 100% ownership by our management team and holding Australian Financial Services Licence No 341190. Our proven track record demonstrates consistent delivery of 12.8% gross IRR across exited projects while maintaining a 100% repayment history.Through our fifth fund (RED5), we continue to focus on capital city-based developments secured by first-ranking mortgages. Our operational presence in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth enables us to maintain direct lender relationships and provide timely funding decisions. We prioritise repeat borrower relationships, with over 70% of our loans going to returning clients, while continuously expanding our network of new development partners. Our commitment to E-E-A-T principles is demonstrated through audited performance metrics, clear communication, and adherence to strict lending covenants including maximum 75% LVR and 15% equity contributions.
Services
Property Development Loans
Construction Funding
Land Acquisition Loans
Residual Stock Funding
Bridging Finance
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer direct lending relationships with no intermediaries involved
- Our team has 25+ years average experience in property funds management
- We maintain a 100% repayment history across all loan investments
- We deliver tailored loan structures with flexible terms up to 3 years
- Our proven track record shows 12.8% gross IRR across exited projects
Associations and certifications
- Australian Financial Services Licence
Services
Property Development Loans
We provide tailored property development loans ranging from $1 million to $25 million for Australian capital city projects. Our financing covers land acquisition, construction funding, and residual stock loans. With a proven track record of $1.95 billion in total funding across 315 projects, we offer senior and stretch senior first mortgage options with flexible terms up to 3 years.
Construction Funding
Our construction funding solutions support real estate development projects across Australia. We offer progressively drawn loans secured by registered first mortgages, with funding available up to $25 million. Our expertise covers apartment developments, townhouse projects, and commercial buildings, with a focus on capital city locations and strict lending covenants.
Land Acquisition Loans
We specialise in land acquisition financing for property developers seeking to purchase development sites. Our loans cover up to 75% LVR with minimum 15% equity contribution, secured by first-ranking mortgages. We provide swift funding decisions and tailored repayment terms aligned with project timelines.
Residual Stock Funding
Our residual stock funding supports developers holding unsold units in completed projects. We offer short-term financing solutions (3 months to 3 years) secured against remaining assets, with flexible terms to bridge the gap between project completion and final sales.
Bridging Finance
We provide bridging finance solutions for time-sensitive property transactions. Our short-term loans (3 months to 3 years) offer rapid funding with clear exit strategies, secured by registered mortgages on capital city properties. This service caters to developers needing temporary capital between acquisitions and long-term financing.
People
Joshua Rowe
Managing Partner
With over 25 years in funds management, Joshua co-founded Centaur Property Funds Management Property Funds Management Property in 2012. He oversees capital raising and deal origination, leveraging prior experience at Hawkesbridge Capital and legal qualifications to drive strategic growth.
Mark Darling
Managing Partner
Mark brings 18 years of property and investment banking experience across Australia and New Zealand. As co-founder, he focuses on capital raising and deal management, applying his valuation expertise from JLL and Investec Bank.
Rosemary Nolan
Partner Chief Operating Officer
With 25+ years in funds management, Rosemary manages fund operations and compliance. Her background includes senior roles at Hawkesbridge Capital and Macquarie Bank, ensuring robust governance and credit management frameworks.
Weisi Liu
Investment Director
Weisi has 15 years in property funds management and tax advisory. He joined Centaur Property Funds Management Property Funds Management in 2016 after Deloitte, applying his legal and technical expertise to portfolio management and compliance processes.
Dennis Orpilla
Investment Manager
Dennis brings 17 years of property finance experience, including 11 years at CBA. He assesses Sydney and Melbourne deals, combining banking relationship expertise with analytical skills to evaluate development risks.
Questions
What loan amounts do you offer for property development?
We provide property development loans ranging from $1 million to $25 million across Australian capital cities.
What types of property projects do you finance?
We finance land subdivisions, apartment developments, townhouses, commercial buildings, and mixed-use projects.
How quickly can I get development funding approved?
Our streamlined process typically provides funding decisions within 2-4 weeks of receiving complete documentation.
What security do you require for loans?
We require registered first-ranking mortgages, collateral security, and personal guarantees where appropriate.
Can I apply for financing if I'm not in Sydney?
Yes, we operate nationally with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth to serve capital city projects.
What returns do investors typically achieve?
Our funds have delivered 12.8% gross IRR across exited projects with 100% capital repayment.
