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Every month, our home loan experts analyse over 50 home loan rates from our database to find our best home loan picks. We only select home loans that are suitable for a typical borrower, so we don't include loans that require enormous deposits or have extra eligibility requirements.
We then rank these loans, with a scoring system that awards a higher score for loans with the lowest rates and fewest fees.
All our picks are from lenders with whom Finder has a commercial partnership. The best home loan looks a little different for every borrower, and our picks may not be the best option for your situation.
Best Home Loan Awards winners for 2024Every year Finder runs awards to find the best home loans from the previous 12 months. These are the loans which came out on top in the 2024 Finder Awards.
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There are 3 things every borrower needs to look at when hunting for the perfect home loan:
The interest rate determines your borrowing costs. The lower the rate, the less interest you pay each month.
Let's say your loan amount is $500,000 with a 30-year loan term. Here's how different rates change the repayments.
| Interest rate | Monthly repayment |
|---|---|
| 5.75% | $2,918 |
| 6.00% | $2,998 |
| 6.25% | $3,079 |
| 6.50% | $3,161 |
| 6.75% | $3,243 |
| 7.00% | $3,327 |
| 7.25% | $3,411 |
The best home loan will always have a low interest rate compared to most loans on the market.
Look for a loan that doesn't charge many fees. Ongoing annual fees can cost hundreds of dollars and one-off application or settlement fees can costs hundreds more.
While a low rate is more important, don't forget to add up the cost of fees.
Home loans with added features can offer you more flexibility in how you repay and manage your loan:
For me, the best home loan needs to have an offset account along with a low interest rate. My home loan offset account is now my primary savings account. Instead of earning interest, I offset the interest my lender charges every day. This works for me because the rate on my home loan is higher than a savings account, and the debt is large. I'm saving thousands of dollars and will pay the loan off much faster this way.— Richard Whitten, money editor
Low rates and fees always matter. But every borrower's needs are slightly different. The best home loan for each borrower depends on their short- and long-term plans.
Here are some examples of specific borrowers with very different needs.
A property investor with a mortgage on the family homePlenty of investors haven't paid their own home loans off yet. For this type of borrower, one approach could be as follows:
This is just one approach for a property investor to take. In a complex scenario like this, getting personal advice from a mortgage broker and an accountant is a really good idea.
A cautious homebuyer with plenty of extra money in savingsLet's say you have a 20% deposit and you're looking for a home loan. Obviously, the best loan for you has a low interest rate. But let's say you also have a lot of extra money sitting in your bank account earning very little interest.
Assuming you don't want to invest this money and want access to it in an emergency. In this scenario the best home loan for you will come with a 100% offset account.
The offset account means you can park your savings in the home loan. By saving the money there, you're cutting down the amount of interest your lender charges you.
You've signed a contract to buy and you're running out of timeIf settlement day is fast approaching and you haven't got a home loan approved, the best home loan is the one that a lender will approve quickly.
This could mean a few things. You might abandon the hunt for a better deal and just talk to your own bank. Or you might try an online lender with a fast approval process.
Mortgage brokers are professionals who have access to a panel of lenders. They can find you a product that matches your financial needs and also help with your application.
Talk to a qualified mortgage broker today.
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can I obtain a home loan for a farm which is 42 ha which I intend to develop it has a home on it I am looking for 400;000 and I have 170,000
Hi Trent,
Thank you for contacting finder. We are a comparison website and general information service, we’re more than happy to offer general advice.
You are on the right page. You may customize, review, and compare the offers available on the table. Once you have selected one, you may proceed by clicking the green “Enquire Now” button.
I hope this helps.
Cheers,
Danielle
Looking at Low Doc Loan max borrowing on my property current value around 1.1 million I am self employed what can you offer Pat
Hi Pat,
Thanks for your question.
You may compare low doc home loans on our website to explore your options. The maximum amount that you can borrow depends on the LVR of the home loan product you are getting.
You may also check with a mortgage broker. A mortgage broker is a professional who compares and helps you apply for home loans on your behalf. A good mortgage broker will give you personalized service all the way through to settlement.
Cheers,
Anndy
If I am eligible to borrow 450k home loan for 30 years, what would be minimum repayment per week?
Hi Jamil,
thanks for the question.
You can find out what your loan repayments would be for different loan rates using our repayment calculator.
I hope this helps,
Marc.
What is the “advertised rate”? And “comparison rate”? And what is the difference?
Hi Degsy,
Thanks for your inquiry.
The advertised rate is a interest rate charged for a home loan, and it’s decided by the lender. It’s used to work out what your loan repayments will be.
The comparison rate is the advertised rate including some of the fees of the home loan (The application fee and any ongoing monthly fees for example), and is accurate for the example of a $150,000 loan over 25 years. By law, comparison rates must be included on all home loan advertisements, as it gives you a way to see what the actual cost of a home loan is because of the inclusion of these fees.
You can find out more about it in our home loan comparison rate guide.
I hope this helps,
Marc
Will I be able to borrow with my Income being from Income protection payments
Hi Tony,
Thanks for your enquiry.
Generally, income protection insurance is designed to help you cover expenses, such as mortgage repayments, in the event that you are unable to work due to injury or illness. Please note that your ability to service a mortgage using this benefit will depend on the type of cover that you have, but most policies provide up to 75% of your monthly income.
As lenders have different eligibility criteria to qualify for home loans, it would be best to contact the lender directly to see whether you can borrow using the benefit from your income payments.
Thanks,
Belinda