First Option Bank personal loans

Choose between a secured or unsecured personal loan and pay minimal fees. You need to be a member to borrow.

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Key takeaways

  • You must be a member of First Option Bank to apply for any personal loan.
  • Interest rates vary significantly, from 7.99% for a VIP loan to 13.99% for a standard loan.
  • Both personal loan options carry a $175 application fee and no monthly fee.

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First Option Bank VIP Personal Loans
Variable1 - 7 Years $1,000 - $70,000
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Interest Rate (p.a.)
7.99%
Comp. Rate (p.a.)
7.99%
Application Fee
$175
Monthly Fee
$0
Monthly Repayment
$945.44
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First Option Bank Personal Loan
Variable1 - 7 Years $1,000 - $70,000
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Interest Rate (p.a.)
13.99%
Comp. Rate (p.a.)
14.25%
Application Fee
$175
Monthly Fee
$0
Monthly Repayment
$1,031.16
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How to apply for a First Option Bank personal loan

Applying online is a straightforward process. You'll need to meet general eligibility requirements including:

  • Being at least 18 years of age
  • Being an Australian citizen or a permanent resident of Australia
  • Being in paid employment
You'll need to provide current address details and evidence of employment. Having a good credit history improves your chance of approval. Lenders often have additional requirements, which you'll be told during the application process.

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    keithFebruary 14, 2024

    i am on an income of $5600 per month from veterans affairs, am82 and would like to borrow $15000 for dental treatment, anyone help at all?

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      SarahFebruary 15, 2024Finder

      Hi Keith,

      You can view a range of personal loan options for low income owners here. You can also get more information about applying for a loan when you’re income is from a government source in this guide.

      As an alternative, you may be eligible for a Good Shepherd 0% interest loan, of up to $3000 – these are usually available to help with urgent medical bills and housing costs, like rent.

      Hope this helps!

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