Refinancing in Perth - Is It Time to Switch?
If you haven’t reviewed your home loan in the past 12-24 months, you could be paying more than necessary. Perth refinancing brokers in our network compare your current loan against products from over 100 lenders to identify potential savings.
Why Refinance Your Perth Home Loan?
Interest rates and lender policies change constantly. A rate that was competitive when you first took out your loan may no longer stack up. Our brokers help Perth homeowners:
- Find lower interest rates
- Access cashback offers when switching
- Consolidate debts into one loan
- Release equity for renovations or investments
- Switch from interest-only to principal and interest
- Remove a guarantor
How Much Could You Save?
Even a small rate reduction adds up. On a $500,000 loan, reducing your rate by 0.5% could save around $2,500 per year. Many Perth homeowners are on rates from 2022-2023 that are well above current market offers.
Your broker will calculate the true cost of switching, including any break fees, discharge costs, and establishment fees, to ensure refinancing makes financial sense.
The Refinancing Process
Refinancing is similar to applying for a new loan. You’ll need to provide:
- Recent payslips or income evidence
- Bank statements
- Current loan statements
- Property valuation (often arranged by the new lender)
Most refinances settle within 4-6 weeks from application.
Lenders Available Through Our Network
Our Perth brokers have access to:
- Major banks - CBA, Westpac, NAB, ANZ, Bankwest
- Second tier - St.George, Suncorp, ING, Macquarie
- Non-bank - Pepper Money, Liberty, La Trobe Financial, Resimac
Each lender has different policies on serviceability, property types, and borrower situations.
Perth Refinancing Considerations
Property values in suburbs like West Perth, Fremantle, and Perth CBD have shifted significantly. Your equity position may have changed, potentially opening up better loan-to-value ratios and more competitive products.
Get a Free Refinance Assessment
Connect with a Perth broker who can review your current loan and compare alternatives. No cost, no obligation to proceed.