Compare home loans from over 60 lenders with help from your local Adelaide mortgage broker — whether you're buying your first home, upgrading, investing, or refinancing.
Whether you're buying your first home in Campbelltown, upgrading in Burnside, investing in Norwood or building in the Adelaide Hills — Adelaide Finance Specialists helps you compare over 60 lenders to find the right home loan. We also help with first home buyer loans, refinancing, construction loans, and SMSF lending.
As a South Australian family-owned business, we've helped hundreds of Adelaide families purchase their homes over the past 17 years. Our mortgage brokers compare over 60 lenders — including the big four banks, credit unions, and specialist lenders — to find a loan that fits your situation, not the bank's bottom line.
Buying your first home in Adelaide is exciting — and we're here to make it simple. From government grants to low-deposit options, we'll guide you through every step.
Lenders offer lower rates for owner-occupied loans because individuals are significantly less likely to default on a mortgage for the home they live in. The personal and emotional connection to a primary residence means maintaining mortgage repayments is typically the highest financial priority.
Lenders often permit a higher LVR for owner-occupied properties, meaning you may be able to secure a loan with a smaller deposit.
Example:
A lender might offer a 90% LVR for an owner-occupier but cap the LVR at 85% for an investor buying a similar property.
An investment property loan is used to purchase a property you intend to rent out or hold for long-term growth. Here's what to know if you're considering an investment purchase in Adelaide.
Lenders generally view investment loans as carrying more risk than owner-occupied loans, and this is reflected in their lending criteria and pricing.
Many investment loans offer an interest-only period — typically 1 to 5 years — where you only pay the interest and not the principal. After this period, the loan reverts to principal and interest repayments. Whether this suits your situation depends on your individual circumstances.
Interest and certain expenses on an investment loan may be tax-deductible. Tax rules can change and vary by individual circumstances. We recommend speaking with a qualified accountant or tax professional to understand what applies to you.
If you're considering buying land and building as an investment, a construction loan may be a better fit. We can talk through your options.
Learn About Construction LoansCircumstances change. You might move into a property you previously rented out, or you may move out of your home and decide to rent it to tenants.
Important:
You must inform your lender of any change in the property's use. This may affect your interest rate and loan structure. There may also be tax implications. We recommend speaking with both your broker and accountant before making changes.
Choosing the right loan type is just as important as finding the right rate. Here's how the main options compare — and how your Adelaide mortgage broker can help you decide.
Your interest rate stays the same for a set period — typically 1 to 5 years. Great for budgeting certainty.
Your rate can go up or down with market changes. Often comes with more flexibility and features.
Combine the best of both worlds — part fixed, part variable. A popular choice for flexibility.
Not sure which option suits you? Let's talk it through.
Book Your Free ConsultationNot sure which loan type suits you? Here's a quick comparison.
| Home Loan Type | Best Suited For |
|---|---|
| Owner-Occupied | Living in the property as your primary residence |
| Investment | Purchasing a property to rent out or hold for growth |
| Fixed Rate | Repayment certainty — your rate stays the same for 1–5 years |
| Variable Rate | Flexibility with offset accounts and extra repayments |
| Split Loan | A balance of certainty and flexibility — part fixed, part variable |
From your first enquiry to settlement day, here's how our Adelaide mortgage brokers guide you through the home loan process — step by step.
The process begins with a thorough financial assessment to determine borrowing capacity and a realistic budget. This involves planning for a deposit and associated purchasing costs.
Obtaining pre-approval from a lender is a critical step. It provides a firm budget for the property search and demonstrates to sellers and real estate agents that you are a serious contender.
With a budget in place, the property search begins. Once a suitable property is found, it is vital to conduct due diligence before signing a contract.
An offer can be made through a private sale negotiation or by bidding at an auction. If the offer is accepted, contracts are signed and a deposit is paid to secure the property.
The pre-approval is converted into a formal loan application. This triggers the lender to order a valuation of the property to ensure its value is sufficient to secure the loan amount.
Once the valuation is confirmed and all lending criteria are met, the loan becomes unconditional. On the agreed settlement day, the new lender provides the funds to the seller's lender, the old mortgage is discharged, and the property title is officially transferred to you.
Throughout this complex timeline, a delay from any party—the solicitor, the valuer, or the lenders—can create a domino effect, potentially jeopardising the settlement and putting your deposit at risk.
The mortgage broker's role extends beyond simply arranging finance:
Central Communication Hub
Coordinating All Parties
Ensuring Deadlines Are Met
As a South Australian family-owned mortgage broker, we've helped hundreds of Adelaide families find the right home loan over the past 17 years. Here's what sets us apart from the big chains.
We live and work in Adelaide. We know the local market, suburbs, and what SA borrowers need.
We search the whole market — big banks, credit unions, and specialist lenders — to find competitive rates.
Our broking service is at no cost to you for most standard applications — we're paid by the lender at settlement.
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Answers to the most common questions we hear from Adelaide home buyers.
Ready to find the right home loan? Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading, investing, or refinancing — our local brokers compare 60+ lenders to get you a great deal. Free, no-obligation consultation.