MAKE YOUR EQUITY WORK FOR YOU
Home Equity Loans
Your home equity could open new possibilities.
Over time, paying down your mortgage or an increase in your property's value may mean you've built equity in your home.
Depending on your financial circumstances, that equity could help you work towards your next goal.
At Millennial Finance Group, our mortgage brokers help homeowners understand their available equity, explore suitable lending options and make informed decisions about additional borrowing.
Whether you're considering renovations, another property purchase or a significant financial commitment, we're here to help you understand what's possible.
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UNDERSTANDING HOME EQUITY
You've built equity. What could it mean for your future?
Home equity is the difference between your property's current market value and the amount you owe against it.
For example, if your home is valued at $700,000 and your outstanding mortgage is $400,000, you have approximately $300,000 in equity.
However, this doesn't mean you can automatically borrow the full amount.
The equity available for additional borrowing depends on factors including your property's valuation, existing loan balance, lender loan-to-value ratio requirements and your ability to service additional debt.
Our mortgage brokers can help you understand these considerations and explore whether accessing equity is suitable for your circumstances.
WAYS TO USE HOME EQUITY
Explore what's possible with your property equity.
01. Home renovations and improvements
Planning a kitchen renovation, extension or major home improvement?
Depending on your circumstances, accessing equity may provide a way to fund eligible renovation costs without taking out a separate unsecured loan.
We'll help you compare the available lending options and understand the potential long-term borrowing costs.
02. Purchasing an investment property
Some homeowners use available equity to help fund the deposit or purchasing costs of an investment property.
We'll help you understand how additional borrowing could affect your existing mortgage, repayments and overall financial commitments.
03. Purchasing your next home
If you're planning to upgrade, available equity in your current property may play a role in financing your next purchase.
Our brokers can help you explore the lending options available when buying, selling or transitioning between properties.
04. Consolidating eligible debts
Depending on your circumstances, home equity may be used to consolidate certain existing debts.
It's important to understand the risks, as consolidating shorter-term debt into a mortgage may increase total interest costs and places your property at risk if repayments cannot be maintained.
05. Reviewing your existing loan structure
Accessing equity may involve refinancing, increasing an existing loan or establishing a separate loan split.
We'll help you understand how these arrangements work and compare suitable options.
OUR BENDIGO SERVICES
How we can help you…
BENDIGO RESIDENTIAL LOANS
Buying your first home, upgrading, investing or refinancing in Bendigo? We make it simple — no jargon, no overwhelm, just clear guidance and the right loan for your next move.
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We don’t just set and forget in Bendigo. From refinancing to regular reviews, we stick with you long after settlement — making sure your lending stays the right fit.
THE MILLENNIAL APPROACH
Smart decisions start with understanding your options.
Accessing home equity is a significant financial decision. While it can provide additional borrowing flexibility, it also increases your debt and may affect your long-term financial position.
At Millennial Finance Group, our approach is built around understanding your circumstances before exploring suitable solutions.
Our mortgage brokers provide clear explanations, personalised lending support and ongoing guidance to help you make informed decisions.
With teams based in Bendigo and the Sunshine Coast, we work with homeowners across Australia.
HOW IT WORKS
Understanding your equity options.
01
Review your property and mortgage.
We'll discuss your property's estimated value, current loan balance and existing lending arrangements.
02
Understand your financial goals.
We'll explore why you're considering additional borrowing and whether it aligns with your circumstances.
03
Compare suitable lending structures.
We'll explain available options, repayment obligations, potential fees and lender requirements.
04
Navigate the application process.
If you choose to proceed, we'll help prepare your application and guide you through the lender's assessment process.
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HELPFUL TOOLS & RESOURCES
Start planning your next steps.
Get a head start with our free resources and online calculators to help you understand your borrowing capacity and repayment options.
Offset Calculator
Deposit Calculator
Borrowing Power Calculator
Savings Calculator
Repayments Calculator
Asset Finance Calculator
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Home equity questions, answered.
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Home equity is the difference between your property's current market value and the outstanding debt secured against it.
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The amount depends on your property valuation, current loan balance, lender requirements and borrowing capacity. Lenders commonly assess how much you can borrow against a percentage of the property's value.
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Potentially. Eligible homeowners may be able to access equity through refinancing, a loan increase or another suitable lending arrangement without selling their property.
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Yes, subject to lender approval. Available equity may help finance eligible renovations or home improvements.
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Generally, yes. Borrowing against your equity increases your outstanding debt and may increase repayments or extend your repayment obligations.
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No. Standard home equity borrowing and reverse mortgages are different lending arrangements, with different eligibility requirements, repayment structures and risks.
YOUR PROPERTY. YOUR NEXT MOVE.
Let's explore what your equity could make possible.
Whether you're planning renovations, considering another property or reviewing your finances, our brokers can help you understand your available options.