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No doc home loans are loans that don't require documents to prove your income. Payslips, tax returns, bank statements, letters from your accountant – none of these are required with a no doc loan.
Understandably, this gives no doc borrowers a lot of leeway. In the past, the criteria for these loans was very loose, and borrowers could fudge the numbers to get home loan approval.
Nowadays, banks and lenders are much more aware of the fact that without proof of income, the borrower becomes a much riskier home loan candidate.
Which is why no doc home loans are no longer offered by most Australian lenders. This includes the Big Four banks and most major lenders. It may be possible to get a no doc loan with a specialist lender who provides a non-conforming loan, but there may be a better option for borrowers who can't certify their income using PAYG pay slips: low doc home loans. But first...
If you can't provide evidence of your income (such as with payslips) and you don't have alternative documentation (such as an accountant's letter), you could try to find a no doc loan. These loans are typically offered through small, specialist lenders and private lenders.
The specific conditions of the loan depend on the lender. Most will require a credit check or ask you to sign a statement declaring that you are able to repay the loan.
If your loan is secured against a property, which most home loans are, the lender will likely have criteria around the property you're buying, such as location, size and the condition of the building.
No doc loans aren't designed to be held for 30 years the same way a normal home loan is. This is because no doc loans usually have a much higher interest rate than standard residential home loans. Often, the lender will require you to create an exit plan showing how you intend to repay the loan, for example in 2 years' time when you have built up proof of income, you'll refinance to a normal home loan.
By definition, no doc loans are for situations and borrowers who fall outside the regulations of the National Consumer Credit Protection (NCCP) Act 2009.
This means it can be harder to buy a home to live in with a no doc loan.
Usually, the loan must be:
If you don't meet the criteria above then your loan will fall under the NCCP regulations and you will need a low doc loan or a regular home loan.
While similar, there are a few differences between low and no documentation loans. Both loan types are options for borrowers who don't have the common proof of income, such as regular payslips from PAYG income.
These types of loans are typically not available through mainstream lenders, so you may need to search for a non-conforming or specialist lender.
If you need more help finding a low doc or no doc loan then it could be a good idea to talk to a mortgage broker. They can offer you free, expert advice or point you in the direction of a specialist lender who can help your unique situation.
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Can a no doc loan moves to normal loans?
Hi Violets,
Thank you for your question and for contacting Finder.
Basically, the difference between a no doc home loan and a regular home loan is that the no doc home loans are available to borrowers who struggle to provide any proof of financial information about their income when applying. Though there are lenders who offer no doc home loans, they are only a few in Australia.
So in case you have been accepted for a no doc home loan, there might be difficulties in moving to a full documentation regular home loan as most likely you will be asked to submit your financial information like proof of income, assets, other liabilities, etc. Nonetheless, please note that your approval for a regular home loan would vary from lender to lender, so it’s best to get in touch with the lender first to discuss your chances of approval before you submit your application. Alternatively, you can also speak with a mortgage broker who will take your circumstances into account and can offer you a range of lending options.
Cheers,
May
I have a bad credit rating due to an unpaid, disputed mastdeposit, mastercard bill. if I have 40,000 deposit saved, how much could I borrow on a low doc loan, and what would the repayments be over 15 years ?? thank you
Hi Greg,
Thanks for your question.
There are lenders who will consider you for a home loan when you have a bad credit rating. Many lenders offer low doc home loans that require you to provide a limited form of income evidence.
If you need more help finding a low doc or a no-doc home loan, I recommend getting in touch with a licensed mortgage broker that can help you understand your financial position and can leverage their panel of networks to find a lender that’s more inclined to review your application.
Cheers,
Shirley
I would like to know if there is a reputable lender who will approve a loan to purchase a home with no documentation of proof of income. However, I have recently sold a home and have money in the bank. Thanks for your anticipated assistance.
Hi Vivian,
Thanks for your question.
All reputable lenders require some kind of documentation to assess your borrowing position.
If you have trouble finding a home loan, you may want to speak to a mortgage broker. A broker can help you understand your financial position and they can leverage their panel of networks to find a lender that is more inclined to review your application.
Cheers,
Shirley