Commercial disclosure
Freedom Lend
Freedom Lend is an Australian-owned and operated non-bank lender that provide an online-only service from its Melbourne office. Being an online-only lender, Freedom Lend is able to cut out a lot of overheads and pass the savings and lower interest rates onto its customers. Freedom Lend offers its customers a range of fixed and variable competitive home and investment loans.
Freedom Lend Home Loan Calculator
Interested in a Freedom Lend home loan? RateCity has a suite of calculators that can show you what your repayments would be and how Freedom Lend compares to its competitors. Simply plug in your borrowing amount below.
Pros and cons
- Flexible loan options.
- Competitive interest rates.
- Can accommodate borrowers with a smaller deposit.
- Limited branch access.
- Limited home loan options.
- Some loans have high exit fees.
Owner occupied products interest rates
| Loan type | Principal & Interest rate | Interest Only |
|---|---|---|
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | n/a | 2.14% p.a. 2.22% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 40%) | 1.84% p.a. 1.86% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.14% p.a. 2.22% p.a. Comparison rate |
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 1.94% p.a. 1.96% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.24% p.a. 2.33% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 30%) | 1.94% p.a. 1.96% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.24% p.a. 2.33% p.a. Comparison rate |
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 2.94% p.a. 2.62% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.24% p.a. 2.41% p.a. Comparison rate |
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.04% p.a. 2.06% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.34% p.a. 2.43% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.04% p.a. 2.06% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.34% p.a. 2.43% p.a. Comparison rate |
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 2.24% p.a. 1.92% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.54% p.a. 2.7% p.a. Comparison rate |
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 2.34% p.a. 2.02% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.64% p.a. 2.8% p.a. Comparison rate |
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.44% p.a. 2.1% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.74% p.a. 2.9% p.a. Comparison rate |
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 2.54% p.a. 2.56% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.84% p.a. 2.93% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 10%) | 2.54% p.a. 2.56% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.84% p.a. 2.93% p.a. Comparison rate |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 2.54% p.a. 2.02% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.84% p.a. 3.08% p.a. Comparison rate |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 2.64% p.a. 2.12% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.94% p.a. 3.18% p.a. Comparison rate |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.74% p.a. 2.22% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.04% p.a. 3.28% p.a. Comparison rate |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 2.84% p.a. 2.15% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.14% p.a. 3.46% p.a. Comparison rate |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 2.94% p.a. 2.25% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.24% p.a. 3.57% p.a. Comparison rate |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 3.04% p.a. 2.35% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.34% p.a. 3.67% p.a. Comparison rate |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 3.24% p.a. 2.71% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.54% p.a. 3.8% p.a. Comparison rate |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 3.14% p.a. 2.31% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.44% p.a. 3.86% p.a. Comparison rate |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 3.24% p.a. 2.41% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.54% p.a. 3.96% p.a. Comparison rate |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 3.34% p.a. 2.51% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.64% p.a. 4.07% p.a. Comparison rate |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 3.54% p.a. 2.84% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.84% p.a. 4.19% p.a. Comparison rate |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 3.84% p.a. 3.01% p.a. Comparison rate | 4.14% p.a. 4.59% p.a. Comparison rate |
Construction Loan (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.24% p.a. 2.29% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 5%) | 2.74% p.a. 2.99% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 5%) | 2.74% p.a. 3.01% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 5%) | 3.01% p.a. 3.03% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 5%) | 3.41% p.a. 3.11% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
Construction Loan (Min Deposit 10%) | 3.09% p.a. 3.14% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 5%) | 3.61% p.a. 3.19% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 5%) | 3.81% p.a. 3.3% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
Investment purpose products interest rates
| Loan type | Principal & Interest rate | Interest Only |
|---|---|---|
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.23% p.a. 2.58% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.94% p.a. 2.1% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 40%) | 2.04% p.a. 2.06% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.34% p.a. 2.43% p.a. Comparison rate |
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 2.04% p.a. 2.06% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.34% p.a. 2.43% p.a. Comparison rate |
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 2.14% p.a. 2.16% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.44% p.a. 2.53% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 30%) | 2.14% p.a. 2.16% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.44% p.a. 2.53% p.a. Comparison rate |
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.24% p.a. 2.26% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.54% p.a. 2.62% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.24% p.a. 2.26% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.54% p.a. 2.63% p.a. Comparison rate |
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 2.44% p.a. 2.12% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.74% p.a. 2.9% p.a. Comparison rate |
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 2.54% p.a. 2.22% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.84% p.a. 3% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom Variable (Min Deposit 10%) | 2.74% p.a. 2.76% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.04% p.a. 3.14% p.a. Comparison rate |
1 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 2.74% p.a. 2.76% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.04% p.a. 3.14% p.a. Comparison rate |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 2.74% p.a. 2.22% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.04% p.a. 3.28% p.a. Comparison rate |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 2.84% p.a. 2.31% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.14% p.a. 3.38% p.a. Comparison rate |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.94% p.a. 2.41% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.24% p.a. 3.48% p.a. Comparison rate |
2 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 3.14% p.a. 2.82% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.44% p.a. 3.62% p.a. Comparison rate |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 3.04% p.a. 2.35% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.34% p.a. 3.67% p.a. Comparison rate |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 3.14% p.a. 2.44% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.44% p.a. 3.77% p.a. Comparison rate |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 3.24% p.a. 2.54% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.54% p.a. 3.87% p.a. Comparison rate |
3 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 3.44% p.a. 2.91% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.74% p.a. 4.01% p.a. Comparison rate |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 40%) | 3.34% p.a. 2.51% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.64% p.a. 4.07% p.a. Comparison rate |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 30%) | 3.44% p.a. 2.61% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.74% p.a. 4.16% p.a. Comparison rate |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.54% p.a. 2.71% p.a. Comparison rate | 2.84% p.a. 4.27% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom SMSF (Min Deposit 40%) | 3.69% p.a. 4.25% p.a. Comparison rate | 3.99% p.a. 4.62% p.a. Comparison rate |
4 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 3.74% p.a. 3.04% p.a. Comparison rate | 4.04% p.a. 4.4% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom SMSF (Min Deposit 35%) | 3.79% p.a. 4.35% p.a. Comparison rate | 4.09% p.a. 4.72% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom SMSF (Min Deposit 30%) | 3.89% p.a. 4.45% p.a. Comparison rate | 4.19% p.a. 4.82% p.a. Comparison rate |
Freedom SMSF (Min Deposit 25%) | 3.99% p.a. 4.54% p.a. Comparison rate | 4.29% p.a. 4.92% p.a. Comparison rate |
5 Year Freedom Fixed (Min Deposit 10%) | 4.04% p.a. 3.2% p.a. Comparison rate | 4.34% p.a. 4.8% p.a. Comparison rate |
Construction Loan (Min Deposit 20%) | 2.38% p.a. 2.43% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
Construction Loan (Min Deposit 10%) | 3.35% p.a. 3.4% p.a. Comparison rate | n/a |
Home loan repayment calculator
Thinking about taking out a home loan with Freedom Lend? Use our home loan calculator to see how much you’d have to repay under different borrowing scenarios. You can also see how Freedom Lend home loans compare with other options.
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Freedom Lend customer service
Being an online-only lender means that Freedom Lend customers do not have access to a branch network, however this non-traditional lender offers its customers extended telephone support, 7 days a week. Home loan customers can also contact Freedom Lend through the online chat function on their website. Borrowers looking for face-to-face support can meet with a Freedom Lend consultant in their Melbourne office, borrowers outside Melbourne can arrange a Skype meeting through the Freedom Lend website.
- Customer service centre (phone)
- Online banking
- Live Chat
How to Apply
Borrowers wanting to apply for a Freedom Lend home loan can complete a secure online loan application form. Before applying for a Freedom Lend home loan, consider what you can afford to borrow and what other costs you need to factor in. To apply for this Freedom Lend loan, you will need to supply the following information:
- Proof of identity.
- Proof of income including last two months’ payslips or last two years’ tax returns if you’re self-employed.
- Provide three months’ savings history, credit card statements and bank account statements.
Learn more about home loans
Why does Westpac charge an early termination fee for home loans?
The Westpac home loan early termination fee or break cost is applicable if you have a fixed rate home loan and repay part of or the whole outstanding amount before the fixed period ends. If you’re switching between products before the fixed period ends, you’ll pay a switching break cost and an administrative fee.
The Westpac home loan early termination fee may not apply if you repay an amount below the prepayment threshold. The prepayment threshold is the amount Westpac allows you to repay during the fixed period outside your regular repayments.
Westpac charges this fee because when you take out a home loan, the bank borrows the funds with wholesale rates available to banks and lenders. Westpac will then work out your interest rate based on you making regular repayments for a fixed period. If you repay before this period ends, the lender may incur a loss if there is any change in the wholesale rate of interest.
Cash or mortgage – which is more suitable to buy an investment property?
Deciding whether to buy an investment property with cash or a mortgage is a matter or personal choice and will often depend on your financial situation. Using cash may seem logical if you have the money in reserve and it can allow you to later use the equity in your home. However, there may be other factors to think about, such as whether there are other debts to pay down and whether it will tie up all of your spare cash. Again, it’s a personal choice and may be worth seeking personal advice.
A mortgage is a popular option for people who don’t have enough cash in the bank to pay for an investment property. Sometimes when you take out a mortgage you can offset your loan interest against the rental income you may earn. The rental income can also help to pay down the loan.
When does Commonwealth Bank charge an early exit fee?
When you take out a fixed interest home loan with the Commonwealth Bank, you’re able to lock the interest for a particular period. If the rates change during this period, your repayments remain unchanged. If you break the loan during the fixed interest period, you’ll have to pay the Commonwealth Bank home loan early exit fee and an administrative fee.
The Early Repayment Adjustment (ERA) and Administrative fees are applicable in the following instances:
- If you switch your loan from fixed interest to variable rate
- When you apply for a top-up home loan
- If you repay over and above the annual threshold limit, which is $10,000 per year during the fixed interest period
- When you prepay the entire outstanding loan balance before the end of the fixed interest duration.
The fee calculation depends on the interest rates, the amount you’ve repaid and the loan size. You can contact the lender to understand more about what you may have to pay.
How do I apply for a home improvement loan?
When you want to renovate your home, you may need to take out a loan to cover the costs. You could apply for a home improvement loan, which is a personal loan that you use to cover the costs of your home renovations. There is no difference between applying for this type of home improvement loan and applying for a standard personal loan. It would be best to check and compare the features, fees and details of the loan before applying.
Besides taking out a home improvement loan, you could also:
- Use the equity in your house: Equity is the difference between your property’s value and the amount you still owe on your home loan. You may be able to access this equity by refinancing your home loan and then using it to finance your home improvement. Speak with your lender or a mortgage broker about accessing your equity.
- Utilise the redraw facility of your home loan: Check whether the existing home loan has a redraw facility. A redraw facility allows you to access additional funds you’ve repaid into your home loan. Some lenders offer this on variable rate home loans but not on fixed. If this option is available to you, contact your lender to discuss how to access it.
- Apply for a construction loan: A construction loan is typically used when constructing a new property but can also be used as a home renovation loan. You may find that a construction loan is a suitable option as it enables you to draw funds as your renovation project progresses. You can compare construction home loans online or speak to a mortgage broker about taking out such a loan.
- Look into government grants: Check whether there are any government grants offered when you need the funds and whether you qualify. Initiatives like the HomeBuilder Grant were offered by the Federal Government for a limited period until April 2021. They could help fund your renovations either in full or just partially.
How do I apply for Westpac’s first home buyer loan?
If you’re a first home buyer looking to apply for a home loan with Westpac, they offer an online home loan application. They suggest the application can be completed in about 20 minutes. Based on the information you provide, Westpac will advise you the amount you can borrow and the costs associated with any possible home loan.
You can use Westpac’s online mortgage calculators to estimate your borrowing power. You can also work out the time it might take to save up for the deposit, and the size of your home loan repayments.
When applying for a home loan with Westpac, you’re assigned a home finance manager who can address your concerns and provide information. The manager will also offer guidance on any government grants you may be eligible for.
Can first home buyers apply for an ING home loan?
First home buyers can apply for an ING home loan, but first, they need to select the most suitable home loan product and calculate the initial deposit on their home loan.
First-time buyers can also use ING’s online tool to estimate the amount they can borrow. ING offers home loan applicants a free property report to look up property value estimates.
First home loan applicants struggling to understand the terms used may consider looking up ING’s first home buyer guide. Once the home buyer is ready to apply for the loan, they can complete an online application or call ING at 1800 100 258 during regular business hours.
How do you determine which home loan rates/products I’m shown?
When you check your home loan rate, you’ll supply some basic information about your current loan, including the amount owing on your mortgage and your current interest rate.
We’ll compare this information to the home loan options in the RateCity database and show you which home loan products you may be eligible to apply for.
How long does ANZ take to approve a home loan?
The process of applying for a home loan usually stays the same across all lenders. On the other hand, the time it takes for a lender to approve the home loan differs from lender to lender. When it comes to ANZ, it takes anywhere between 15 to 18 business days to approve a home loan from the day of the application to approval. This timeframe is highly dependent on the credibility and availability of your documentation. You can apply for an ANZ home loan in two ways; a Quick Start home loan application or a full online application.
If you opt for the Quick Start home loan option, you’ll need to fill out a form with basic details. During this stage, you don’t need to add any supporting information. An ANZ representative will then call you within 48 hours. The representative will help take your application forward, including assessing all relevant information, documentation and conducting a credit check.
You can also submit your entire home loan application with ANZ online by filling out a comprehensive form with all the information and documentation needed.
Once ANZ has conducted the preliminary checks, you’ll be informed of the pre-approved amount they’re willing to offer. Based on this amount, you can set a budget for your property search and make sure you stay inside your budget. Pre-approval will last for three months but can be extended by applying with ANZ if you don’t find a property. But it’s best to find a property as soon as possible as ANZ may decide to change the amount if your financial situation changes.
After you find a property and have your offer accepted, ANZ may send an assessor to the property to verify it’s value. If everything is per their terms and conditions, ANZ will finalise your home loan’s approval and release the funds.
How can I apply for a first home buyers loan with Commonwealth Bank?
Getting a home loan requires planning and research. If you are considering a home loan with the Commonwealth Bank, you can find the information you need in the buying your first home section of the bank’s website.
You can see the steps you should take before applying for the loan and use the calculators to work out how much you can borrow, what your monthly repayments would be and the upfront costs you’d likely pay.
You can also book a time with a Commonwealth first home loan specialist by calling 13 2221.
CommBank publishes a property report that may help you understand the real estate market. The bank has also created a CommBank Property App that you can use to search for property. The link to download this app is available on the same webpage.
If you are eligible for the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme, CommBank will help you process your application. The scheme helps first home buyers to purchase a home with a low deposit. You can read details about this scheme here and speak with a CommBank home lending specialist to understand your options.
How to apply for a pre-approval home loan from Bendigo Bank?
Applying for pre-approval on your home loan gives you confidence in your ability to secure finance while looking at potential new homes. You can get a free and personalised pre-approval home loan from Bendigo Bank in just a few minutes, without any credit checks or paperwork.
Bendigo Bank offers pre-approval for home loans that allow you to understand the home loan size you may be able to get before looking for a new home.
With the pre-approval, Bendigo Bank provides an estimate of your borrowing power. This figure incorporates stamp duty, lenders mortgage insurance (LMI) and any first home buyer incentives you may be eligible for. You may also qualify for the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme initiative, depending on your circumstances.
To apply for a pre-approval on your home loan from Bendigo Bank, all you need to do is fill in a smart form. You could also contact the bank directly on 1300 236 344.
Can I get a home renovation loan with bad credit?
If you're looking for funds to pay for repairs or renovations to your home, but you have a low credit score, you need to carefully consider your options. If you already have a mortgage, a good starting point is to check whether you can redraw money from that. You could also consider applying for a new home loan.
Before taking out a new loan, it’s good to note that lenders are likely to charge higher interest rates on home repair loans for bad credit customers. Alternatively, they may be willing to lend you a smaller amount than a standard loan. You may also face some challenges with getting your home renovation loan application approved. If you do run into trouble, you can speak to your lender and ask whether they would be willing to approve your application if you have a guarantor or co-signer. You should also explain the reasons behind your bad credit rating and the steps that you’re taking to improve it.
Consulting a financial advisor or mortgage broker can help you understand your options and make the right choice.
Can I take a personal loan after a home loan?
Are you struggling to pay the deposit for your dream home? A personal loan can help you pay the deposit. The question that may arise in your mind is can I take a home loan after a personal loan, or can you take a personal loan at the same time as a home loan, as it is. The answer is that, yes, provided you can meet the general eligibility criteria for both a personal loan and a home loan, your application should be approved. Those eligibility criteria may include:
- Higher-income to show repayment capability for both the loans
- Clear credit history with no delays in bill payments or defaults on debts
- Zero or minimal current outstanding debt
- Some amount of savings
- Proven rent history will be positively perceived by the lenders
A personal loan after or during a home loan may impact serviceability, however, as the numbers can seriously add up. Every loan you avail of increases your monthly installments and the amount you use to repay the personal loan will be considered to lower the money available for the repayment of your home loan.
As to whether you can get a personal loan after your home loan, the answer is a very likely "yes", though it does come with a caveat: as long as you can show sufficient income to repay both the loans on time, you should be able to get that personal loan approved. A personal loan can also help to improve your credit score showing financial discipline and responsibility, which may benefit you with more favorable terms for your home loan.
How do I get a pre-approved home loan with Aussie?
Getting Aussie home loan pre-approval means receiving conditional support from Aussie Home Loans to borrow the money you need to buy a home.
It’s an indication of the approximate amount Aussie may offer you, subject to some terms and conditions. Keep in mind, having a pre-approved home loan does not guarantee an actual approval of your loan when it comes time to buy.
Aussie home loan pre-approval often involves speaking to one of the lender’s brokers. You can make an appointment online. You’ll often have to submit your personal details and other information about your assets, income, liabilities and expenses. It’s worth remembering that a pre-approved loan is usually valid for a few months.
How to apply for a home loan pre-approval from St. George?
By applying for a home loan pre-approval, you can establish how much you can afford to borrow and look for houses within that pre-approved budget. Getting home loan pre-approval from St. George is a fairly simple process that can be completed within 15 minutes.
The first step in this process is completing a home loan application. Once that application is submitted, a home loan expert from St. George will contact you to understand your requirements and your current financial position. You could also directly contact a home loan expert at the bank by calling 13 33 30 or by visiting your nearest branch.
Once the application has been processed, the home loan expert will ask for some basic documentation to confirm your borrowing capacity. After this, you should be issued a home loan pre-approval, subject to certain conditions.
Based on your home loan pre-approval from St. George, you can then find a property and make an offer. Your home loan expert will arrange to have the property valued and may request for more documentation, taking your home loan application to the next step.
What are the features of home loans for expats from Westpac?
If you’re an Australian citizen living and working abroad, you can borrow to buy a property in Australia. With a Westpac non-resident home loan, you can borrow up to 80 per cent of the property value to purchase a property whilst living overseas. The minimum loan amount for these loans is $25,000, with a maximum loan term of 30 years.
The interest rates and other fees for Westpac non-resident home loans are the same as regular home loans offered to borrowers living in Australia. You’ll have to submit proof of income, six-month bank statements, an employment letter, and your last two payslips. You may also be required to submit a copy of your passport and visa that shows you’re allowed to live and work abroad.
