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Low cost home loan

Our most popular low rate home loan with multiple offsets, no bank fees, extra repayments and redraw
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T&Cs, fees, charges and lending criteria apply. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only, owner-occupied, principal and interest, deposits 30% or more.

Features

$0 bank fees

Free multiple offset accounts

Instant redraw available from within Online Banking

Unlimited extra repayments at no cost

Repayment holidays – when your repayments are in advance

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✓ Are at least 18 years of age

✓ Are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia

✓ Are currently in paid employment

✓ Have not been bankrupt

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Low Cost Home Loan FAQs

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Can I split my home loan between variable rate products?

We understand that our customers have unique financial needs and preferences, which is why we offer a range of home loan options that cater to different requirements. With our flexible approach to lending, we give you the freedom to choose how you structure your loan, including the option to divide your home loan into multiple accounts across different variable rate products. This way, you can access the different loan features in a way that suits your financial situation and goals. For example, you might want to benefit from a low interest home loan like our No Frills Home Loan, but also want access to helpful features available with our Low Cost Home Loan.

How long will it take for my home loan application to be approved?

Online Applications: Once you've submitted your application and supporting information, conditional approval is usually obtained within 48 hours, subject to satisfactory credit checks and verification of financial and property information.

Applications over the Phone: Once you've submitted your application and supporting information, conditional approval is usually obtained within 5 business days, subject to satisfactory credit checks and verification of financial and property information.

Applications made in Branch: Once you've submitted your application and supporting information, conditional approval is usually obtained within 5 business days, subject to satisfactory credit checks and verification of financial and property information.

Your Home Loan Specialist can provide more information about approving your loan.

You can learn more about the home loan application process on our website.

What is an offset account?

Offset accounts work as a transaction account linked to your Low Cost Home Loan. The money in that account ‘offsets’ daily against the balance of your loan. So, it reduces the interest you need to pay because interest is only charged on your net balance (i.e. your overall loan balance minus your offset account balance). In other words, the loan ‘thinks’ you've paid that money off your loan already, reducing the interest charged accordingly. Qudos Bank offers multiple offset accounts on a number of home loans, check with your lending specialist.

What are the main benefits of the Low Cost Home Loan?

Some of the main benefits of the Low Cost Home Loan include:

  • Competitive Interest Rates: the Low Cost Home Loan is one of our low interest home loans. Choosing a loan with lower interest rates than other types of home loans could help you save money on your home loan repayments over time.
  • Flexible Repayment Options: the Low Cost Home Loan offers a range of repayment options, including weekly, fortnightly, or monthly repayment options. This allows you to choose how frequently you want to pay off your home loan to suit your current financial budgeting needs.
  • Additional Repayments: the Low Cost Home Loan allows you to make additional repayments without incurring any extra fees or penalties. This means you can pay off your loan faster and save money on interest over the life of the loan.
Can the Low Cost Home Loan be the right product?

The Low Cost Home Loan is a great option for borrowers who want a low variable interest rate and access to a range of home loan features that are usually included in package products (and would typically incur a package fee). It’s often particularly ideal for first-time home buyers, those who are refinancing their home, or those who want to keep their home loan costs low. However, it’s important to note that this loan may not be suitable for everyone, and there may be other loans available that better suit your needs.

At Qudos Bank, we offer a range of low rate home loan options, including variable rate loans, fixed rate loans, and package loans. We encourage you to compare all of our home loan options to determine which loan is right for you. It’s important to consider more than just which options have low home loan rates when deciding on the most suitable loan. You can compare home loan options on our website.

What are Repayment holidays?

Repayment holidays, also known as payment holidays or loan deferment, are a feature of some low rate home loans that allow borrowers to temporarily stop making repayments on their loan. This is typically offered by lenders for home loans, personal loans, and other types of consumer loans.

During a repayment holiday, the borrower does not need to make any repayments on the loan for a set period of time. Depending on the lender and the type of loan, repayment holidays may be available for a period of several months or even up to a year.

By taking a repayment holiday, borrowers can free up some cash flow and use the money for other pressing needs. It’s important to note that repayment holidays are only available when your repayments are in advance, are not available on interest only loans, and applications are subject to the lender’s approval.

How does Qudos Bank calculate interest for my Low Cost Home Loan?

At Qudos Bank, we use a daily interest calculation method to determine the interest charges for your Low Cost Home Loan. This means that the interest on your loan is calculated on a daily basis, based on the outstanding balance of your loan.

Our loan interest calculation method allows for up to ten decimal places in rounding the daily interest rate. This level of precision ensures that interest is calculated as accurately as possible, and that you’re only charged the appropriate amount of interest on your loan.

It's important to note that the interest rate on your Low Cost Home Loan can vary over time, depending on market conditions and other factors. We encourage you to stay up-to-date on your interest rate and to speak with one of our lending specialists if you have any questions or concerns.

What are the four things you need to qualify for a mortgage?

To qualify for a mortgage, there are several requirements you typically need to meet. The specific requirements may vary depending on the lender and the type of mortgage, but generally, you’ll need to have:

  • Proof of income: You’ll need to demonstrate that you have a steady source of income that is sufficient to cover the mortgage payments. Lenders will typically ask for proof of income, such as pay slips, tax returns, and bank statements.
  • Good credit history: Lenders will evaluate your credit history to determine whether you’re a responsible borrower. They’ll look at factors such as your credit score, payment history, and outstanding debts.
  • Adequate deposit: You’ll typically need to provide a deposit towards the purchase price of the home. Most lenders require a deposit of at least 5% of the home's value, although a higher deposit may be required to avoid paying Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI).

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Standard variable interest rate which your account will revert to after the introductory offer.

Intro variable rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable interest rate.

Annual fee charged upon account opening and annually thereafter.

Interest free days on purchases only apply if your account is paid in full by the due date each month. Excludes cash advances and BPAY transactions. Payment must be received by Qudos Bank by close of business.

Intro rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable interest rate.

Current standard variable interest rate is 12.84% p.a. for Visa Lifestyle, 16.35% p.a. for Visa Lifestyle Plus and 19.49% p.a. for Visa Platinum Credit Cards.

Intro rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable interest rate.

Current standard variable interest rate is 12.84% p.a.

Construction period is up to the date the final progress payment is made or 12 months from the date we first advance money to you, whichever is earliest.

Product deposit requirements vary, split options must meet the highest minimum deposit amount.

Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to (1) for Visa Platinum Credit Card, the Visa Platinum Rewards Program Terms and Conditions (contained in the Credit Card Terms and Conditions) and (2) for Qantas Points Home Loan, Qantas Points Saver and Qantas Points Car Loan, the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee  is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.

Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.

Access the 24/7 Visa Premium Concierge service in Australia on 1800 639 607. For country contact numbers, terms and conditions and more information, click here.

AWP Australia Pty Ltd ABN 52 097 227 177 AFSL 245631 (trading as Allianz Global Assistance) under a binder from the insurer, Allianz Australia Insurance Limited ABN 15 000 122 850 AFSL 234708 has issued a group policy to Qudos Mutual Limited trading as Qudos Bank ABN 53 087 650 557 AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 238 305, (Qudos Bank), which allows eligible Qudos Bank account holders and cardholders to claim under the group policy as a third party beneficiary by reason of the statutory operation of Section 48 of the Insurance Contracts Act 1984 (Cth). The eligibility criteria, terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of the group policy are set out in the Complimentary Travel Insurance Policy Information Booklet: Effective 22 May 2024 which may be amended from time to time. An excess may be deducted from any benefit paid. Qudos Bank does not guarantee this insurance.

A maximum amount of $150,000 applies for vehicles up to 3 years old and $75,000 for vehicles between 3 and 5 years old.

Eligible purchases do not include cash advances, ATO payments, Bpay, interest, balance transfers, fees and charges or traveller's cheques and foreign currencies - these do not earn Qantas Points. For the full list of exclusions, please refer to the Credit Card Terms and Conditions. Qantas Points can be earned on a maximum of $200,000 of eligible purchases per customer for each 12 month period, commencing from the date your account is opened and each account anniversary thereafter (Eligible Transaction Cap), regardless of the number of Qudos Bank Platinum Credit Cards held by you.

Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to (1) for Visa Platinum Credit Card, the Visa Platinum Rewards Program Terms and Conditions (contained in the Credit Card Terms and Conditions) and (2) for Qantas Points Home Loan, Qantas Points Saver and Qantas Points Car Loan, the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee  is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.

Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.

Selected Qantas products and services are the following items purchased directly from Qantas: Qantas passenger flights (with a QF flight number) Qantas Frequent Flyer and Qantas Club membership joining and annual fees. Excludes Jetstar, Qantas Holidays, Qantas branded non-airfare products and any Qantas products and services not purchased directly from Qantas, purchases from Qantas Freight, Qantas Holidays, Qantas Business Travel, Jetset Travel world channels, Qantas Staff Travel, the Jetstar Group of companies or goods or services supplied by QFF Program partners.

Eligible purchases do not include cash advances, ATO payments, Bpay, interest, balance transfers, fees and charges or traveller's cheques and foreign currencies - these do not earn Qantas Points. For the full list of exclusions, please refer to the Credit Card Terms and Conditions. Qantas Points can be earned on a maximum of $200,000 of eligible purchases per customer for each 12 month period, commencing from the date your account is opened and each account anniversary thereafter (Eligible Transaction Cap), regardless of the number of Qudos Bank Platinum Credit Cards held by you.

Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to (1) for Visa Platinum Credit Card, the Visa Platinum Rewards Program Terms and Conditions (contained in the Credit Card Terms and Conditions) and (2) for Qantas Points Home Loan, Qantas Points Saver and Qantas Points Car Loan, the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee  is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.

Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.

AWP Australia Pty Ltd ABN 52 097 227 177 AFSL 245631 (trading as Allianz Global Assistance) under a binder from the insurer, Allianz Australia Insurance Limited ABN 15 000 122 850 AFSL 234708 has issued a group policy to Qudos Mutual Limited trading as Qudos Bank ABN 53 087 650 557 AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 238 305, (Qudos Bank), which allows eligible Qudos Bank account holders and cardholders to claim under the group policy as a third party beneficiary by reason of the statutory operation of Section 48 of the Insurance Contracts Act 1984 (Cth). The eligibility criteria, terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of the group policy are set out in the Complimentary Travel Insurance Policy Information Booklet: Effective 22 May 2024 which may be amended from time to time. An excess may be deducted from any benefit paid. Qudos Bank does not guarantee this insurance. Any advice has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.  You must check whether or not it is appropriate, in light of your own circumstances, to act on this advice.

Access the 24/7 Visa Premium Concierge service in Australia on 1800 639 607. For country contact numbers and more information, click here.

Intro rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable rate

Current standard variable interest rate is 19.49% p.a.

Annual fee charged upon account opening and annually thereafter.

Up to 55 days interest free on purchases only applies if your account is paid in full by the due date each month. Excludes cash advances and BPAY transactions. Payment must be received by Qudos Bank by close of business.

Intro rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable interest rate.

Current standard variable interest rate is 16.35% p.a.


If you would like to request a larger amount, please call us on 1300 747 747.

A maximum amount of $150,000 applies for vehicles up to 3 years old and $75,000 for vehicles between 3 and 5 years old.

Rate applies to term deposits account opened during the term of your Qantas Points Home Loan. Special terms of 3, 6, 9 and 12 months are available and are upon request.

Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to (1) for Visa Platinum Credit Card, the Visa Platinum Rewards Program Terms and Conditions (contained in the Credit Card Terms and Conditions) and (2) for Qantas Points Home Loan, Qantas Points Saver and Qantas Points Car Loan, the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.

Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.

Mortgage insurance is required for home loans over 80% and is subject to approval.

An establishment fee of $600 applies to this loan.

Waived annually whilst signed up to the Value Package. Only available for one Visa Platinum Credit Card per Value Package.

Repayment Holidays are not available on interest only loans. Applications are subject to Qudos Bank’s approval.

WARNING: This comparison rate applies only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan. An unsecured loan of $10,000 with a term of 3 years, or a secured loan of $30,000 with a term of 5 years (as applicable) and a monthly repayment frequency have been used to calculate the comparison rate for all personal loans.

Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to (1) for Visa Platinum Credit Card, the Visa Platinum Rewards Program Terms and Conditions (contained in the Credit Card Terms and Conditions) and (2) for Qantas Points Home Loan, Qantas Points Saver and Qantas Points Car Loan, the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee  is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.

Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.

Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to (1) for Visa Platinum Credit Card, the Visa Platinum Rewards Program Terms and Conditions (contained in the Credit Card Terms and Conditions) and (2) for Qantas Points Home Loan, Qantas Points Saver and Qantas Points Car Loan, the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.

Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.

Bonus Rate applied if no withdrawals are made during the month.

WARNING: The comparison rates apply only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan. The comparison rates assume a loan of $150,000 for 25 years. For fixed rate loans, the comparison rate is based on the initial fixed rate period, reverting to the current interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest Low Cost Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more, for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment). For fixed interest only loans, the interest only period is equal to the fixed period.

Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 10% is required. Fixed rate may change prior to funding. On expiration of the fixed rate period, the interest rate will revert to a new principal and interest Low Cost Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% of more, for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment).

WARNING: This comparison rate applies only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan. Our comparison rate assumes a loan of $150,000 for 25 years. The comparison rate is based on a 12 months interest only period, reverting to the interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest Low Cost Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment).

Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 10% is required. After completion of construction, your interest rate will revert to the current interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest Low Cost Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more, for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment).

Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 5% is required. For interest only loans, the rate shown is the rate that applies during the interest only period of your loan. At the end of the interest only period, the interest rate will revert to the variable interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest Standard Variable Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more, for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment). Interest only available for 1 to 5 years and are subject to approval.

Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 10% is required. For interest only loans, the rate shown is the rate that applies during the interest only period of your loan. At the end of the interest only period, the interest rate will revert to the variable interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest home loan for the relevant variable home loan product, and for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment) with a deposit or equity of 20% or more. Interest only available for 1 to 5 years and are subject to approval.

WARNING: This comparison rate applies only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan. Our comparison rate assumes a loan of $150,000 for 25 years. For interest only loans, the comparison rate is based on a 5-year interest only period, reverting to the interest rate applicable to a principal and interest loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment).

Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 20% is required. For interest only loans, the rate shown is the rate that applies during the interest only period of your loan. At the end of the interest only period, the interest rate will revert to the variable interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest No Frills Home Loan for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment) with a deposit or equity of 20% or more. Interest only terms available for 1 to 5 years and are subject to approval.