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Green Construction Loan

Adding energy-efficient or climate-resilient upgrades to your home? Enjoy a greener, cleaner home with a sustainable low rate.
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Green Construction

6.43
%
p.a
Rates from++
6.68
%
p.a
Comparison rate*
Discounted green construction rate
Interest only during construction
No monthly or ongoing fees
Offset sub-account available after completion
Unlimited additional repayments after completion
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Our Google Rating
4.5
453 reviews

Why our green construction loan could be the most efficient loan for you

Discounted green rate

Get rewarded with a discount to your construction loan rate when you go green for your new home.

Interest only period

Pay interest only repayments on your green loan during the construction period so you’ll save more.

Additional repayments

Once construction is complete you have the option to make additional repayments on your green loan.

No ongoing fees

Save thousands on interest over the course of your green construction loan and enjoy no ongoing fees.

Work out your loan repayments

Use our home loan calculator to estimate what your monthly mortgage repayments could be.

Your loan details

years
Rate type
Loan purpose
Loan type
Repayment type
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Green Construction

Owner Occupied Interest Only Up to 90% LVR
Get rewarded with a discount to your construction loan rate when you go green for your new home.

Interest rate
6.43 %   p.a.
6.68% p.a.

Estimated repayment#
$267.92 per month
Total principal paid
$50,000
Total interest paid
$66,702

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Rates

Green Construction

Interest Only Rate:

6.43% p.a.

Comparison Rate:

6.68% p.a.

Max LVR:

90%

Green Construction Investor

Interest Only Rate:

6.94% p.a.

Comparison Rate:

7.19% p.a.

Max LVR:

90%

Key Features

10% deposit minimum

Up to 30 years loan term

Available for refinance or purchase

Repayments

Frequency

Weekly, monthly or fortnightly

Estimated repayments

$3,173 per month

The monthly repayment estimate is based on a $500,000 loan over 30 years at 6.43% p.a.

Fees

Application fee

$0

Ongoing fees

$0

Security assessment fee

$230

Government fees

At cost

Settlement fee

$300

Construction admin fee

$120

Construction assessment progress fee

$650

Green Construction

Interest Only Rate:

Comp Rate:

Max LVR:

6.43% p.a.
 

6.68% p.a.
 

90%

Green Construction Investor

Interest Only Rate:

Comp Rate:

Max LVR:

6.94% p.a.
 

7.19% p.a.
 

90%

10% deposit minimum

Up to 30 years loan term

Available for refinance or purchase

Frequency

Weekly, monthly or fortnightly

Estimated repayments

$3,173 per month

The monthly repayment estimate is based on a $500,000 loan over 30 years at 6.43% p.a.

Application fee

$0

Ongoing fees

$0

Security assessment fee

$230

Government fees

At cost

Settlement fee

$300

Construction admin fee

$120

Construction assessment progress fee

$650

2024 WeMoney - Best for Value (Refinance) 2023 WeMoney - Best Value for Variable 2024 Mozo - Expert's Choice for Green Home Loan Gold Award - Best Green Home Loan 2022 WeMoney - Outstanding Customer Service
Our home loan products are recognised & awarded by the Australian financial industry

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Super grateful to Emira and the team. Great, timely feedback mechanisms with clear guidance on processes. They went all out to support us throughout the application - much appreciated!

Shane M.
11 Nov 2024

5 Star rating!

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28 Oct 2024

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I am very happy with the simple products that loans.com.au. Sharon was the lending manager who assisted me through the application. Sharon was very helpful to solve my problems and get the loan approved.

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15 Oct 2024

Quick and painless experience

Really quick and painless experience getting a loan approved for my new car. Matt was great, professional demeanor, friendly and eager to help.

Commander C.
15 Oct 2024

I felt understood and valued

Ai Chi Hinh is an outstanding professional who genuinely cares for her clients. Her ability to listen and her problem-solving skills are truly commendable. I am grateful for her support and expertise during a challenging time.

Heather E.
10 Oct 2024

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Kimberley was wonderful, very informative, and patient. Communication was on point and all-around professional and friendly throughout the process.

Jillian G.
14 Sep 2024

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Great rates, easy to use, simple process. Got what I needed very quickly

Lachlan J.
12 Sep 2024

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02 Sep 2024

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23 Aug 2024

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Drew D.
19 Aug 2024

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Lisa S.
16 Aug 2024

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29 Jul 2024

It's fast & easy to get a loan with loans.com.au

1

Apply online

Simply fill out your loan application online by entering some of your details, or chat to one of our friendly lending specialists over the phone and they can complete your application for you.

2

Speak to a specialist

You will then have a phone appointment with one of our lending specialists to finalise your application, and help you progress through the loan approval process through to settlement as quickly as possible.

3

Upload documents (OnTrack)

After your application is complete, use our system we call onTrack on your desktop or device to add your documentation such as payslips and bank statements, and track the progress of your application.

4

Settle

Your loan will settle and you'll start saving with your new loan rate!

Frequently asked questions

To qualify, we require a NatHERS certificate by an accredited assessor, showing a 7.0 star rating or higher. Your builder can assist you in getting a NatHERS certificate from accredited assessor with your building plans.

The rates are discounted on your variable rate loan for 5 years from settlement date (up to 0.96%***). You can choose from Principal & Interest or up to 5 years of interest-only repayments.

Yes, the Green Construction Loan can be for extensive green renovations, pending the home meets the NatHERS requirements then we can apply the green construction discount.

The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is a star rating system (out of ten) that rates the energy efficiency of a home, based on its design. Star ratings are based on information about the home's design, construction materials and the climate where it is being built.

An example of a NatHERS certificate may be useful when looking at what elements of your home require the Certificate Check.

Yes, there may be situations in which you could lost the discount as stated in the terms and conditions in the loan, if there are any material changes to the original loan. This includes but is not limited to change in security, occupancy type, and repayments type.

There are a few documents you’ll need to provide in your home loan application. Some of these include:

  • Two (2) most recent consecutive payslips for each applicant
  • Three (3) months bank statements showing regular salary credits, including most recent salary credits with the name of the employer evident
  • Evidence of Salary Sacrifice or Packaging (if applicable)
  • Evidence of Company Vehicle/Car Allowance (if applicable)
  • Six (6) consecutive months of home loan statements showing consistent repayment history (if applicable)

loans.com.au requires a minimum deposit of 10% of the purchase price of the property, or the current value of the property if you are refinancing.

To avoid paying Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI), borrowers need a 20% deposit in most cases.

The settlement process is different depending on each individual applicant’s personal situation, but we generally say it can take anywhere between 4 to 6 weeks. To get to settlement, you'll need to apply, speak to one of our lending specialists, upload your documentation, get the property valued, have your loan approved and the documentation delivered and signed, then you'll settle.

After settlement, you’ll nominate on your direct debit form when you start repayments. Our Customer Care team will also confirm your repayment dates when calling you at loan settlement. Additional repayments into a fixed home loan are allowed and are up to $10,000 per year.

We charge a $300 settlement fee plus a security assessment fee. The security assessment fee for a standard property in a metropolitan area in a major city starts at $230 for properties valued up to $1 million. The security assessment fee is not refundable and is payable when the security assessment is ordered.

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