Finance
With over 15 years in the property industry, Clinton Sippel brings a rare dual-lens perspective to finance—combining real-world development experience with sharp financial acumen. As both a Business Development Manager in finance and a hands-on developer and builder, Clinton understands what makes a deal fundable, profitable, and sustainable from concept through to completion.
Having overseen projects across residential, mixed-use, and boutique commercial, Clinton has structured funding for everything from small-lot subdivisions to multimillion-dollar construction builds. His commercial awareness comes not just from analysing projects—but from personally delivering them.
First-Hand Development Experience & Project Finance Success
Clinton has successfully developed and financed a range of profitable projects across Queensland, demonstrating a sharp understanding of deal structuring, capital allocation, feasibility modelling, and exit strategies:
Bulimba: Renovation and lot split
Gaythorne: Cosmetic uplift and subidvion
Bundamba: Block development and renovation
Annerley: Knockdown, subdivision and resale ]
Ipswich: Full Queenslander renovation
Kangaroo Point: Unit renovation and MCU extension- Kenmore: Acreage subdivision and large home build
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Miami, Gold Coast Construction finance structured for boutique townhouse project 
South Brisbane: Subdivision and construction planning for a boutique hotel development, navigating council approvals and funding pathways
These projects weren’t hypothetical—they were funded, built, and delivered by Clinton and his network. This lived experience gives him the practical insight many brokers and finance professionals miss—the kind that resonates with lenders and developers alike.
Expert Funding & Finance Solutions
Clinton works with a range of private, non-bank, and institutional lenders to fund development, acquisition, refinance, and investment deals. He specialises in:
- Private Capital Strategy – Structuring and sourcing funding when banks say no
- Construction Finance – From boutique builds to complex multi-stage projects
- Mezzanine & Equity Solutions – Filling the gap between senior debt and project costs
- Feasibility & Deal Presentation – Packaging deals for credit approval and clarity
- Developer Liaison – Speaking the language of builders, project managers, and planners
Vision
Clinton believes finance should not just fund a project—it should accelerate vision and unlock opportunity. His goal is to support clients with clear pathways to funding, strategic advice, and a deep understanding of both sides of the deal. Whether it’s an investor seeking strong yield, a developer requiring fast turnaround, or a landowner exploring value uplift, Clinton offers trusted guidance, creative structuring, and commercial focus.