Whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing your existing home loan, or exploring options for an investment property, our home loan specialists take the time to understand your goals, compare lenders, and guide you every step of the way.
Buying or refinancing a property is one of life’s biggest financial decisions. That’s why it’s so important to have the right advice, the right loan options, and the right structure from the start.
Home Loan
A home loan (or mortgage) is a secured loan provided by a bank or financial institution to help you purchase, build, or renovate a home. In Australia, most home loans run over a 25- to 30-year loan term, during which you make regular repayments that include both principal and interest.
How your home loan is structured will depend on a few key factors:
- Purpose of the loan – whether you’re an owner-occupier, an investor, or a first home buyer.
- Type of home loan – variable rate home loan, fixed rate home loan, or a split loan that combines both.
- Repayment type – principal and interest or interest only loans.
- Features and flexibility – such as an offset account, redraw facility, or extra repayments.
Your home loan is secured against the property you purchase, meaning if repayments are not maintained, the lender may sell the property to recover the loan amount.
A well-structured loan should be flexible, sustainable, and suited to your lifestyle — not just your current circumstances but your long-term goals as well.
Home Loan Calculators
Understanding the numbers behind your home loan is essential. Before you start your home buying journey, it helps to get a clear picture of what you can afford — and how different interest rates and repayments might look over time.
That’s why we provide a range of home loan calculators to help you plan:
- Repayment Calculator – Estimate your principal and interest repayments over the life of the loan, based on your loan amount, interest rate, and loan term.
- Borrowing Power Calculator – See how much you may be eligible to borrow based on your income, expenses, and loan to value ratio.
- Extra Repayments Calculator – Explore how paying a little extra each month could save thousands in interest charges and shorten your loan term.
Mortgage
A mortgage isn’t just a loan; it’s a long-term financial relationship. The right mortgage structure can make a major difference to your home buying journey and your financial wellbeing over the next 20 to 30 years.
At TFC, our home loan specialists compare dozens of home loan products from trusted Australian lenders to find a solution that works for you. Whether you’re buying a new home, looking to refinance, or managing your existing home loan, we’ll guide you through the home loan application process step by step.
We hold an Australian Credit Licence, so you can trust that our recommendations align with your best interests and local lending regulations.
Loan Interest
Your loan interest is the portion of your home loan repayments that covers the cost of borrowing money. The remainder goes toward reducing your principal and interest loan.
If you choose interest only loans, you’ll only pay the interest charges for a set interest only period, usually between one and five years. This can lower your short-term repayments, but you won’t be reducing the loan balance during that time.
Type of Home Loan
There are many types of home loan to suit different borrowers:
- First Home Buyer Loans – Tailored solutions and guidance to help you buy your first home with confidence, including home guarantee schemes and deposit support.
- Owner-Occupier Loans – Ideal for those living in the property. Choose between principal and interest home loans or interest only payments for flexibility.
- Investment Home Loans – Designed for property investors, often with variable interest only loans or fixed rate loans for stability.
- Refinance Loans – Perfect for those seeking a lower interest rate, better comparison rates, or improved loan features.
Why Choose TFC?
At Trusted Financial Choice, we do more than just find you a bank home loan. We’re partners in your property journey — from your first purchase to your future investments.
We take pride in offering a range of flexible home loans, access to competitive rates, and personalised service that helps our clients make confident financial decisions.
Trusted Financial Choice — Helping Australians secure smarter home loans with confidence.