1 . Locally and nationally known Well respected in the industry as being a transparent commercial finance advisory company .
2 . Choices for all Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or venturing into business for the first time , our specialists find a solution .
3 . Whatever the goal , we ’ re here to help Highly-bespoke funding options , designed and tailored to the needs of an individual or company .
4 . Approachable We are a solutions provider , interested in your story and committed to fulfilling your objective .
5 . Whole of market access We have access to traditional and alternative forms of business finance from high street banks to more bespoke finance houses .
6 . Unique systems Utilising our extensive system in a unique way , collecting data and exploring all avenues , we endeavour to find a solution to suit the needs of each and every enquiry .
7 . A bespoke solution Clients receive a unique set of indicative terms , which are tailor-made to their specific needs .
8 . Transparent and bespoke advice Providing clear , tailored solutions to funding requirements .
9 . Integrity We believe in doing the right thing in a reliable way .
10 . Always available The office is always staffed during office hours .
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10 things to know about Commercial Expert
Celebrating 10 years in business , Commercial Expert managing director Mike Coates lists his company ’ s 10 strongest attributes ... at our Aycliffe head office this year – at least one more business manager to help accommodate a continued rise in work-load – so rather than celebrating what has already been achieved , we ’ re excited and positive about the months and years ahead .”
Commercial Expert was founded by Coates in 2008 when he diversified from the residential mortgage and insurance advice career he began in 2001 .
Originally based in Darlington , the firm relocated to Aycliffe in 2012 to facilitate the growth of his expanding business before expanding to new offices in 2016 .
And in the last year , Commercial Expert has added to its team with new office manager Susan Driver and business managers Rod Dales and Tracey Barnes .
Reflecting on the firm ’ s 10 years in business , Coates said : “ We ’ ve seen a tremendous amount of changes in our industry over the last 10 years , when you consider Commercial Expert was formed in February 2008 , right in the middle of the world ’ s biggest credit crunch .
“ Lenders have gone , others have come
and gone , regulations have come in , we ’ re seeing Brexit and fluctuating share prices . As a result there ’ s a constant flow of new lenders coming to the market place .
“ The world of commercial finance has certainly cleaned its act up . But it had to . There are still some unscrupulous people out there , but you can ’ t survive in the world of commercial finance any more if you ’ re being dishonest with people . It has to be driven by a process and it has to be transparent .
“ But I ’ m relatively happy with the way the company has developed . I can be impatient – it ’ s my baby and it came from zero – but I ’ ve learned to be more patient over the years . I love what I do and the people who work here love what they do .
“ It ’ s hard work , but we ’ ve built up a good strong network of accountants , valuers and solicitors across the North East , as well as direct clients , and we ’ re buoyant as we look to grow and expand the business .”
Commercial Expert is now made up of MD Coates , accounts manager Colin Coates , advisory board member Mark Whitaker , office manager Susan Driver and business managers Daniel Brown , David Hodgson , Rod Dales , Tracey Barnes and James Gwynne .
1 . Locally and nationally known Well respected in the industry as being a transparent commercial finance advisory company .
2 . Choices for all Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or venturing into business for the first time , our specialists find a solution .
3 . Whatever the goal , we ’ re here to help Highly-bespoke funding options , designed and tailored to the needs of an individual or company .
4 . Approachable We are a solutions provider , interested in your story and committed to fulfilling your objective .
5 . Whole of market access We have access to traditional and alternative forms of business finance from high street banks to more bespoke finance houses .
6 . Unique systems Utilising our extensive system in a unique way , collecting data and exploring all avenues , we endeavour to find a solution to suit the needs of each and every enquiry .
7 . A bespoke solution Clients receive a unique set of indicative terms , which are tailor-made to their specific needs .
8 . Transparent and bespoke advice Providing clear , tailored solutions to funding requirements .
9 . Integrity We believe in doing the right thing in a reliable way .
10 . Always available The office is always staffed during office hours .