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Yes. Many first home buyers purchase with a smaller deposit. Depending on your circumstances, you may also qualify for lender-specific benefits or government support that reduces upfront costs.

The answer depends on your income, profession, purchase price and the lender. Many borrowers are surprised to learn they can buy sooner than expected.

You may need to budget for stamp duty (where applicable), conveyancing, inspections, lender fees and moving costs. We'll help you understand the full picture before you buy.

Depending on your state and circumstances, you may be eligible for grants, stamp duty concessions or low-deposit guarantee schemes. We'll check what applies to you and factor it into your loan strategy.

Pre-approval timing varies by lender and how quickly your documents are ready, but with the right preparation it's often possible to move through the process efficiently.

Getting pre-approved gives you a clear budget and shows agents and vendors you're a serious buyer, which can be a real advantage in a competitive market.

Many lenders offer tailored policies for doctors, dentists, pharmacists, nurses, allied health professionals and other eligible healthcare occupations.

Yes. Many lenders recognise overtime, shift penalties and allowances differently. Choosing the right lender can significantly improve your borrowing capacity.

Many lenders offer eligible healthcare professionals more flexible deposit requirements than standard borrowers, which can mean buying sooner with less saved upfront.

Some lenders waive or discount Lenders Mortgage Insurance for eligible healthcare professionals, even with a smaller deposit. Eligibility depends on your profession, income and the lender's policy.

Some lenders extend healthcare benefits to locum, casual or contract workers, while others require permanent employment. We'll match you to a lender whose policy fits your work arrangement.

Sana and his team compare policies across a panel of lenders to find the structure that best recognises your profession, income and long-term goals.

Fixed loans provide repayment certainty, while variable loans offer greater flexibility. The best choice depends on your goals and financial situation.

Both options have advantages depending on your financial strategy and property goals.

LVR compares your loan amount to the property's value. A lower LVR can mean better rates and may help you avoid Lenders Mortgage Insurance altogether.

Yes. A split loan lets you fix part of your balance for certainty while keeping the rest variable for flexibility, such as making extra repayments.

An offset account links your savings to your loan balance, reducing the interest charged and potentially helping you pay off your loan faster.

This depends on your loan type. Variable loans usually allow unlimited extra repayments, while fixed loans may cap how much extra you can pay each year.

Refinancing can reduce repayments, access equity or secure better loan features. We compare multiple lenders to determine whether switching delivers genuine savings.

You may encounter discharge fees, application fees, valuation costs or break costs on a fixed loan. We'll help you weigh these against the potential savings.

Timing varies by lender and how quickly documents are provided, but with the right preparation, refinancing can often be completed efficiently.

Yes. In fact, a change in property value — up or down — is often a key reason to review your loan, as it can affect your equity position and available options.

Applying for a new loan involves a credit check, which can have a short-term impact. We help you apply strategically to minimise unnecessary enquiries.

There's no single "right" time — it depends on your rate, equity, financial goals and any break costs. A regular loan health check helps you spot the right opportunity.

Yes. Many investors leverage existing equity to fund deposits and purchasing costs for their next property.

Investment loans are typically priced and assessed differently to owner-occupier loans, since lenders view rental properties as carrying different risk and cash flow characteristics.

Interest on an investment loan may be tax deductible in certain circumstances. We recommend speaking with your accountant alongside your loan strategy to confirm what applies to you.

Interest-only repayments can improve short-term cash flow for some investors, but they also mean you're not building equity through principal repayments during that period. It depends on your broader strategy.

Deposit requirements for investment properties vary by lender and can often be supplemented using equity from an existing property, reducing the cash you need upfront.

Yes. Most lenders count a portion of expected or actual rental income towards your borrowing capacity, which can boost how much you're able to borrow.

Comparing lender policies, negotiating pricing and selecting the right loan structure all contribute to securing a more competitive rate.

The advertised rate is the interest rate alone, while the comparison rate factors in most fees and charges, giving a more complete picture of the loan's true cost.

Variable rates can move whenever the Reserve Bank changes the cash rate or a lender adjusts its own pricing, while fixed rates stay the same for your fixed term.

This depends on your risk tolerance, the current rate environment and your financial goals. We'll walk you through the trade-offs so you can make an informed decision.

Yes. A stronger credit history can help you access more competitive rates and a wider range of loan options with certain lenders.

In many cases, yes. Sana and his team can often approach your existing lender to negotiate a better rate before considering a full refinance elsewhere.