Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Payment Solutions for Smart and Energy-Efficient Equipment
Smart Ease is a digital-first provider of payment solutions for smart and energy-efficiency equipment, established in 2014. Our platform combines advanced technology with a team of experts in smart-tech and renewable energy financing to deliver competitive rates, fast approvals, and exceptional service. We specialize in tailored financing options for businesses seeking to adopt solar, storage, and other energy-efficient technologies without upfront capital expenditure.With over 300 Accredited Channel Partners across Australia, we facilitate seamless access to equipment funding through innovative payment plans, including rental agreements, chattel mortgages, and power purchase agreements. Our commitment to sustainability drives our mission to reduce carbon emissions while empowering businesses to modernize operations and improve cash flow.
Services
Payment Plans
Power Purchase Agreements
Services Funding Agreement
Solar Equipment Financing
Smart Technology Leasing
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer competitive rates for smart technology financing
- Our platform enables 4-minute online applications with instant conditional approval
- Expert team with 20+ years' experience in credit and environmental markets
- Tech-enabled processes streamline equipment funding and settlement
- Dedicated to increasing access to sustainable energy solutions
What people say
Incredible flexibility
Smooth processes
Faster than expected
Expert team
Customer-centric ethos
Services
Payment Plans
Smart Ease offers tailored payment plans for energy-efficiency equipment. Businesses can access solar, storage, and smart technology with no upfront costs. Fixed monthly instalments provide predictable cash flow while freeing capital for other investments. Our plans include rental agreements and chattel mortgages with terms up to 10 years.
Power Purchase Agreement
Our onsite power purchase agreements enable businesses to access solar energy without ownership responsibilities. Customers pay for generated electricity at reduced rates while the PPA provider maintains system ownership, insurance, and maintenance. Ideal for businesses with consistent daylight operations and high energy needs.
Services Funding Agreement
This solution funds professional services for smart technology adoption. Covers consulting, installation, training, and maintenance costs up to $20,000. Allows businesses to bundle equipment and services into single payment agreements with terms up to 5 years for seamless technology implementation.
People
Guy Olian
Founder
With 20+ years in credit and environmental markets, Guy established Smart Ease in 2014 to increase access to clean technology financing. He previously founded Cleaner Climate and contributed to myrate.com.au's success.
Robert Williams
Co-Founder
A 25-year financial services veteran, Rob co-founded Smart Ease to enhance solar equipment funding access. His expertise in finance channels supports businesses and communities nationwide.
Stefanie Di Trocchio
Chief Operating Officer
Stef oversees commercial strategies for Smart Ease's Channel Partners. With experience at MYOB and Origin, she focuses on transforming energy-efficiency markets through innovative financing solutions.
Questions
What equipment types qualify for Smart Ease payment solutions?
Solar and storage systems, electric vehicle charging, heat pumps, efficient lighting, HVAC, power generators, and smart technology implementations qualify for our financing options.
How quickly can businesses get approved for financing?
Applications complete in 4 minutes online with instant conditional approval up to $150k. Formal approval typically occurs within 5-24 hours for standard plans.
Are there upfront costs for equipment financing?
No upfront costs required. All payment solutions allow businesses to preserve capital with fixed monthly instalments over agreed terms.
Can payment plans include installation services?
Yes, our Services Funding Agreement bundles equipment and professional services like installation, training, and maintenance into single payment agreements up to $20,000.
How do payment solutions affect cash flow?
Monthly instalments typically cost less than previous energy bills, making solar investments cash-flow positive from day one through immediate energy savings.
