Michael Russell
Asset Finance Expert at Ready Finance

Michael Russell
Asset Finance Expert at Ready Finance
Michael Russell is Ready Asset Finance’s in-house expert for securing finance on a wide range of assets, from cars and motorcycles to boats and caravans. With over 15 years of experience in sales leadership, credit assessment, and client relationship management, he combines industry know-how with a genuine focus on helping clients achieve their goals.
Michael’s career spans senior roles in the automotive and motorcycle industries, including managing more than 200 dealerships across Queensland. This background gives him a unique depth of product knowledge and the ability to tailor finance solutions that truly fit each client’s personal or business needs. Known for his clear communication and approachable style, Michael makes the process smooth, transparent, and stress-free from start to finish.
Outside of work, Michael is a passionate motorbike rider—both on and off-road—and an accomplished sound engineer and musician with over 25 years’ experience. He’s also a proud new dad, bringing a fresh perspective and even greater purpose to the way he supports his clients.
Ben and his team are great to deal with. Made every step of the process easy and stress free. Super knowledgeable, always kept us updated, and found us a great deal. Couldn't recommend them enough!
Evan And Daniela
They're amazing, my husband and I loved working with Ben. The whole thing was pretty much stress free
Raya Chernov
Couldn't recommend Ben more made the process straight forward and less stressful
Bethany Hannah
A professional & informative broker
Linda Wilson
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There are benefits of using a broker compared to going directly to the bank. Most brokers work with several different banks, and if your scenario fits, the broker will find you the best deal with the cheapest rate.
If you use a broker at Ready, you will have one contact whom you can keep in touch with via text, call, or email; no waiting in call center queues, no need to explain your issue to the 3rd person in a row.
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Brokers have access to over 30 different lenders, and finding the customer the best rate is something we always strive to achieve.
But not all lenders are equal. If I could offer you a straightforward application with minimum paperwork and a next-day approval versus a complex paperwork marathon to save $5 a month, which would you choose?