In a housing market such as we have in Australia, where a house is not only the most expensive purchase that the majority of us make in our lifetimes, but also forms the cornerstone of many people’s investment strategies and financial goals, it is no surprise that the home loan market is large, competitive, and potentially confusing.
There are a wide range of products available to meet a multitude of needs, and for both the first home buyer and experienced property investor alike, navigating through the various loan products on offer can be time consuming and challenging.
Therefore, before you start to look too closely at properties, it is important to have an understanding of the different types of home loan options that might be available to you.
This will give you a clearer idea about how you might organise your finances, how you can continue to meet your commitments going forward, and what contingencies you might need to have in place in order to meet any changes in your own circumstances or the wider economy
Of course, everyone’s circumstances are different and your lifestyle, family situation and financial goals will all play an important part in determining what sort of home loan you ultimately need.
What sort of home loan can I get?
Home loans in Australia can generally be classified into the following four broad categories, although these are by no means the only sorts of home loans available.