Refinancing your home loan
Firstly, thanks for considering us for your Home Loan. Home Loans are at the core of Greater Bank and we like to think we’re the experts.
Refinancing your home loan - Greater Bank
Get in touch with us
Once you decide you’re ready to switch, our friendly staff will organise a time for you to meet with your local expert lender.
For your convenience, if you are unable to attend your local branch, one of our mobile lenders may be able to visit you at your home or place of business.
- Make a home loan enquiry online,
- Call us on 13 13 86, or
- Drop into your nearest branch.
Meet with a lending expert
Before meeting with one of our lenders, one of our friendly staff will confirm the paperwork you will need to bring to this meeting. This way we will have the most up-to-date view of your current loan and finances. This could include things like proof of identity, proof of income, and records of current debts.
Your local lender will then be able to help you to decide which product is best suited to you. At Greater Bank, we want to help our customers to own their home sooner.
Complete your application
After this point, all the hard work is left up to us!
We do all the heavy lifting to finalise your switch.
Your lender will complete all the required paperwork and will inform you when your contract is ready for review and signing.
Sign and switch
Your lender will arrange a time for you to review your new loan contract, after which all you have to do is sign on the dotted line.
And you’re now ready to enjoy a greater way of banking – it’s just that simple. You'll see there's a reason why on average, over 70% of our customers are ahead on their home loan repayments.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is better for refinancing?
When you're looking to refinance your home loan with another bank, the aim is to get a better deal, either allowing you to pay off your home sooner, or to save you money over the life of the loan.
For this reason, it may be wise to look for a lender who is able to offer you a competitive rate, with the ability to make extra repayments without being penalised.
It's also prudent to check with your current lender and see if you may be up for any costs associated with switching your loan, before you proceed.
Is it better to refinance with a local bank?
While there's no guarantee that just because a bank may be local to you, you'll be able to get a better deal, you may be more comfortable dealing with an institution that is closer to your community.
The decision is yours to make, but dealing with a lender that's local may have its advantages - especially if there is a branch network you can easily access when needed.
Who has the lowest fees for refinancing?
Each individual lender has their own fees and charges that may be associated with refinancing your home loan.
It may be worth your while to do your homework when considering making the switch - both in terms of any fees and charges you may have to pay to your existing lender, as well as any costs associated with bringing your home loan on board with your new lender.
Can't quite find what you're after?
Drop into a branch
Our friendly staff are happy to help with all your banking needs. Find a location near you across NSW and South East QLD.
Can’t make it to a branch?
Our mobile lenders are more than happy to come to you. Find a lending expert close to you and request a callback today.
Get in touch
Speak to our contact centre
Monday to Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm AEST.
Saturday 8:00am to 1:00pm AEST.
*Conditions, fees and charges apply to all loans. Subject to meeting Greater Bank's lending criteria.
Greater Bank, part of Newcastle Greater Mutual Group Ltd ACN 087 651 992, Australian Financial Services Licence/Australian credit licence 238273
++$2,000 cashback for loans ≥$250,000 or $2,500 cashback for loans ≥$500,000. Only one (1) Cashback Payment per eligible loan, and for first eligible loan only. Not available in conjunction with any other promotional payment. Offer may be varied or withdrawn at any time. See the full Cashback Offer Terms and Conditions. Terms, conditions, fees, charges and credit criteria apply.
~At the end of the fixed rate period customers can chose to re-fix their loan for another fixed rate period or let the loan revert to the applicable variable interest rate based on the loan and repayment type.
^Comparison rate is based on $150,000 over 25 years. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the example given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
#Discounted rates include a discount on Home Loans of $150,000 or over and for owner occupied Home Loans with an LVR 80% or below and for investment Home Loan with an LVR 80% or below and apply to new borrowings only. Discounted rate not available for Line of Credit facilities.
+Additional costs may apply if your loan has a fixed rate.
All new interest-only home loans, attract a 0.10% p.a. margin above the applicable Principal and Interest base rate. All new Line of Credit home loans, attract a 0.10% p.a. margin above the applicable Line of Credit base rate. The all-up interest rate which includes any margins, will be set out in your credit contract. View our Terms and Conditions.
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