Colin Evans

This is for the ones who don’t hold back. The ones doing 18-hour days. The ones backing themselves when it’s uncomfortable. The ones pushing for the second location when most would stay where they are. Wayne’s one of them. Wayne owns Tonitto Cakes in Port Kembla & Shellharbour. We partnered with him to secure funding for a new van and the full fit-out of his second site, giving him the ability to move, scale, and keep pushing forward without hesitation. At TAFS, we’re not just here to “get finance done” We’re the partner behind people who go all in… who want to scale, grow, and take things further, no matter how hard it gets. The real story here is the mindset behind real growth. If you’re the type who’s not here to play small we’re the team you want in your corner. #TAFS #TheAssetFinanceShop #BusinessExpansion #BusinessFinance @tonitto.cakes

Caught up with @chrisgrayempire from @yourempirebuyersagents recently to take a look at his Australian made electric Thai TukTuk, fully road registered and definitely something a bit different. Chris has a tradition. Every vehicle he buys has its own story or tagline behind it. This one says: “Happy endings are nice, but wealthy ones are better.” Proof that not every asset has to be conventional. Sometimes it is just about doing something fun and unique. Got something weird, wonderful, or unique you want to finance? Call TAFS. #assetfinance #electricvehicle #tuktuk #uniqueassets #vehiclefinance #aussiebusiness #entrepreneurlife #businessowners #financebroker #theassetfinanceshop #tafs

Putting the A in athlete

I believe in celebrating your wins, but I’m also about earning the next one. Recently, we enjoyed our hard work and took our new boat out on the water, courtesy of winning the @morrisfinance broker competition. Went out on the water in the morning, then straight back into the office for the afternoon. Day’s off don’t win boats. If you’re building something and need funding, comment APPROVED. #TAFS #AssetFinance #BusinessFinance #BrokerLife #SmallBusinessAustralia #AussieBusiness #AustralianEntrepreneur #CapitalForGrowth

Episode 1 of the “Cologne Zone” podcast live on YouTube! @gabrielsummers1 talks about the origins of his Thumb and what’s in store for skateboarding in 2026.

5 Years ago I posted a Job on LinkedIn only to be filled by @nathan.harris99 A shy and quiet young man who was eager to learn. Very quickly I gave him full access to my email and he has been my right hand man through all my trials and tribulations. He has seen it all… the good the bad and the ugly. A brilliant operator and I am very lucky to have met him. Without Nathan @assetfinanceshop wouldn’t have reached the level of success that it has today. Five years is a massive milestone in a world addicted to shortcuts and quick exits You’re a real one ⭐️ Colin ❤️

When a deal sits on the borderline, it’s rarely the form that makes the call - it’s the relationships behind it. Karl from @azorafinance asked what I consider when a deal is on the edge. Short version: past interactions, how you communicate, and how much grey the lender leaves you to work with. Those relationships let you stand up for people - to explain the credit story, argue the nuance and get real outcomes instead of ticking boxes. At the end of the day, when lenders get strong, honest support from brokers - consistent deal flow and clear communication - they’ll consider the exception and “do them a solid.” That mutual support and true synergy is what business should be about. Bottom line: the common denominator is people. Relationships win deals. Full podcast live on YouTube now - head to the link in bio. Comment FINANCE and I’ll DM you to discuss where we can help. ⚡ #Azora #AssetFinanc#NoBSFinance #FinanceBroker #CommercialFinance #TruckFinance #EquipmentFinance #LenderFlexibility #PeopleFirst #TrustInFinance #BusinessSynergy #TheAssetFinanceShop #TAFS #colinphilipevans #BrokerNetwork #RealResults #PracticalFinance #FinancePodcast

When I sat down with Stewart from @dynamoney_ he asked me what I imagined when I started The Asset Finance Shop. I’d spent years in the bank telling good people “no” because of technicalities and I wanted to change that. Leaving the bank showed me the opportunity in broking: more options, more flexibility and the chance to do deals that actually help people. Over the past few years we’ve focused on growing the team, tightening our processes and improving the customer experience. That’s where the difference shows. Thinking about upgrading gear or refinancing? Comment FINANCE and I’ll DM you to chat about your options and how fast we can move. 🚚🔧 Listen to the full conversation between Stewart & I on YouTube - link in bio. #AssetFinance #EquipmentFinance #TheAssetFinanceShop #TAFS #TailoredFinance #NoBSFinance #CommercialFinance

Back in October I was honored to be at the @allblacks Legends Lunch with @richiemccaw and @dancarter_ at the @hyattregencysydney , just two days before Game 2 of the Bledisloe Cup. Hearing their match-day rituals and leadership stories was a masterclass in what it takes to be elite. Being at the top of your game in any sense comes down to the same things: relentless preparation, ruthless clarity, and backing your people. I even won a bid at the auction. Great event, great conversation, and plenty of lessons to bring back to the team. Thinking about upgrading your gear to match that ambition? Comment FINANCE and I’ll DM to tell you how fast we can move. 🚚🔧📈 #LegendsLunch #RichieMcCaw #DanCarter #BledisloeCup #LeadershipLessons #TopOfYourGame #Teamwork #AssetFinance #EquipmentFinance #TheAssetFinanceShop #TAFS #SydneyBusiness #colinphilipevans

Mitch from @azorafinance asks Colin in the studio: “What sets Azora apart from other lenders?” One director guarantee. Flexible solutions. No deposit for renters. No age caps on trailers. With 10+ years in asset finance, Colin explains why those features matter - they let hardworking Aussie businesses get the right deal, not just a box-ticked “no.” It’s exactly the kind of lender The Asset Finance Shop backs: building deals that make sense for real people, not just policies. Full podcast with Mitch and Karl coming soon to YouTube. Comment FINANCE and I'll DM you to start building your deal 🔧 #TheAssetFinanceShop #TAFS #AssetFinance #EquipmentFinance #TrailerFinance #TruckFinance #CommercialVehicleFinance #CommercialFinance #LenderFlexibility #FairGoFinance #FinancePodcast #BusinessGrowth

🎙️ A decade of steady, strategic growth. Colin and Stewart from @Dynamoney_ discuss ten years of partnering to help hardworking Aussie businesses scale - from humble beginnings to buying a new HQ in Alexandria and gearing up for the next chapter. This is how long-term, no-BS finance helps businesses grow. Listen to the full episode on YouTube through link in bio. Comment FINANCE and I'll DM you to get started 📈 #AssetFinance #EquipmentFinance #CommercialVehicleFinance #TruckFinance #CommercialFinance #BusinessGrowth #BusinessExpansion #TheAssetFinanceShop #TAFS

A lot of people ask what I actually do in finance, so I wanted to create a place where I can show it properly. This page @colinphilipevans is my business page - the one where the work inside of the @assetfinanceshop lives. Here you’ll get an inside look at what goes into running a national asset finance brokerage. Not just the wins, but the learning, the problem solving, the systems, and the real decisions that happen every day. If you enjoy seeing how businesses are built from the inside out, you’ll feel at home here.