First Option Bank home loans

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First Option Bank home loan rates

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Name Finder Score Interest Rate p.a. Comparison Rate p.a. Fees Monthly Payment
First Option Bank logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositOwner-occupier
First Option Bank logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositOwner-occupier
Product NameFirst Option Bank Simple Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.5.99%
Comp. Rate p.a.5.99%
Minimum Loan Amount$150,000
Maximum Loan Amount $3,500,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 60%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableYes
Extra Repayments Yes
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Interest Rate
5.99%
Comparison Rate
5.99%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$900
First Option Bank logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositOwner-occupierOffset account
First Option Bank logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositOwner-occupierOffset account
Product NameFirst Option Bank The Complete Package Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.6.14%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.49%
Minimum Loan Amount$150,000
Maximum Loan Amount $3,500,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 60%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountYes
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableYes
Extra Repayments Yes
Finder score
Interest Rate
6.14%
Comparison Rate
6.49%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $375 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$914
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Interest only40% min. depositInvestment
First Option Bank logo
Interest only40% min. depositInvestment
Product NameFirst Option Bank Simple Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Interest Only
Interest Rate p.a.6.44%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.47%
Minimum Loan Amount$150,000
Maximum Loan Amount $3,500,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 60%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableYes
Extra Repayments Yes
Finder score
Interest Rate
6.44%
Comparison Rate
6.47%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$944
First Option Bank logo
Principal & Interest10% min. depositOwner-occupier
First Option Bank logo
Principal & Interest10% min. depositOwner-occupier
Product NameFirst Option Bank Simple Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.6.19%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.19%
Minimum Loan Amount$150,000
Maximum Loan Amount $3,500,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 90%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableYes
Extra Repayments Yes
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Interest Rate
6.19%
Comparison Rate
6.19%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$919
First Option Bank logo
Principal & Interest10% min. depositOwner-occupierOffset account
First Option Bank logo
Principal & Interest10% min. depositOwner-occupierOffset account
Product NameFirst Option Bank The Complete Package Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.6.24%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.58%
Minimum Loan Amount$150,000
Maximum Loan Amount $3,500,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 90%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountYes
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableYes
Extra Repayments Yes
Finder score
Interest Rate
6.24%
Comparison Rate
6.58%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $375 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$924
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Contact First Option Bank directly to learn more about its mortgages and current interest rates.

First Option Bank key facts

  • First Option Bank is a member-owned organisation created out of several credit unions. It began in 1965 supporting TAB agents.
  • First Option Bank has offices in Melbourne, Victoria and Granville, New South Wales.
  • First Option Bank helps customers with loans, business finance, wealth management and more. A member-owned institution, anyone can apply to join First Option bank.

How do I apply for a mortgage from First Option Bank?

When applying for any home loan, you will need various documents to establish your identity, your financial situation, employment status and details about the property.

Eligibility

The following information is general in nature and applies to most home loans. There may be specific criteria that apply for this lender.

  • Age. You must be over 18 years of age.
  • Residency. You should be a resident of Australia.
  • Employment. You should have a regular source of income.

Documents required

When you apply for a mortgage with First Option Bank you are required to provide certain information so make sure you have all your documents ready before you apply. The documents you will be expected to provide are:

📄 Property details. You can start a loan enquiry before you've bought a property. But to complete an application you need the address of the property and a signed contract of sale.

📄 Identification documents. You will need identification such as a driver's licence, passport or birth certificate.

📄 Proof of income documents. Recent payslips can establish your income.

📄 Asset and liability documents. You need to provide documents showing your current assets (savings accounts, investments) and liabilities (your outstanding debt).

How to apply for a home loan

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Check out Finder's main home loans guide if you want to compare more home loans from a range of lenders. Or you could try one of the following lenders:

  • ING. This online bank is part of the global, Dutch financial group of the same name.
  • Commonwealth Bank. The nation's largest bank has a large selection of home loans and a convenient banking app.
  • UBank. This online bank is actually owned by NAB.
  • Athena. This digital fintech lender offers low-rate mortgages and an entirely online, convenient service.
  • Tiimely Home. This lender's online application tool can process your mortgage application fast. Backed by the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank.
  • Bank of Queensland. Outside of the Big Four this is one of Australia's larger banks. BOQ owns Virgin Money.
  • HSBC. The local Australian banking arm of this international bank offers various home loans.

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Name Finder Score Interest Rate p.a. Comparison Rate p.a. Fees Monthly Payment
ANZ logo
Principal & Interest20% min. depositOwner-occupierOffset account
ANZ logo
Principal & Interest20% min. depositOwner-occupierOffset account
Product NameANZ Plus Home Loan Variable Rate
Interest Rate TypeVariable
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.6.09%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.10%
Minimum Loan Amount$10,000
Maximum Loan Amount $2,000,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 80%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountYes
Split Loan FacilityNo
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableNo
Extra Repayments Yes
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Interest Rate
6.09%
Comparison Rate
6.10%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$909
$2,000 cashback
Borrowers refinancing $250k or more to ANZ Plus before 31st March 2025 could get a cashback of $2,000. Excl. refinancers from ANZ or Suncorp. Other terms and conditions apply.
Unloan logo
Principal & Interest20% min. depositOwner-occupier
Unloan logo
Principal & Interest20% min. depositOwner-occupier
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Product NameUnloan Variable Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.5.99%
Comp. Rate p.a.5.90%
Minimum Loan Amount$10,000
Maximum Loan Amount $10,000,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 80%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityNo
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableNo
Extra Repayments Yes
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Interest Rate
5.99%
Comparison Rate
5.90%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$900
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Principal & Interest10% min. depositOwner-occupierOffset account
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Principal & Interest10% min. depositOwner-occupierOffset account
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Product Nameloans.com.au Solar Home Loan
Interest Rate TypeVariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.5.99%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.51%
Minimum Loan Amount$50,000
Maximum Loan Amount $1,500,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 90%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountYes
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest Option
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
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Interest Rate
5.99%
Comparison Rate
6.51%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$900
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IMB logo
Principal & Interest20% min. depositOwner-occupier
IMB logo
Principal & Interest20% min. depositOwner-occupier
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Product NameIMB Budget Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.6.04%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.07%
Minimum Loan Amount$10,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 80%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableYes
Extra Repayments Yes
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Interest Rate
6.04%
Comparison Rate
6.07%
Fees
Application: $449
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$905
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Up to $4K cashback
Eligible borrowers can get up to $4,000 cashback when buying or refinancing with IMB. Loan value criteria applies. Other terms and conditions also apply.
Greater Bank logo
Principal & Interest-10% min. depositOwner-occupierNSW, QLD & ACT only
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Principal & Interest-10% min. depositOwner-occupierNSW, QLD & ACT only
Product NameGreater Bank Great Rate Discount Variable Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.5.99%
Comp. Rate p.a.6%
Minimum Loan Amount$150,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term
Maximum LVR 110%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan PortableNo
Extra Repayments Yes
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Interest Rate
5.99%
Comparison Rate
6%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$900
Up to $2,500 cashback
Eligible refinancers can get up to $2,500 cashback depending on loan value. Full terms and conditions apply.
Mortgage House logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositOwner-occupier
Mortgage House logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositOwner-occupier
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Product NameMortgage House Executive Saver Low Rate Home Loan
Interest Rate TypeVariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.5.89%
Comp. Rate p.a.5.93%
Minimum Loan Amount$150,000
Maximum Loan Amount $850,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 60%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionYes
Loan PortableYes
Extra Repayments Yes
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Interest Rate
5.89%
Comparison Rate
5.93%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $0 p.a.
Monthly Payment
$890
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