We’ve helped finance a lot of Aussie dream homes. The following tips are designed to help you move with confidence through each stage of the process.
1. Have a clear vision
Communicating your vision to a builder and to us is your first challenge. You should do your research and discover what you like and what you don’t. Getting a pre-approval from your bank can give you the confidence to talk to your chosen builder about your budget.
2. Preparation is essential
Whether it’s a knock-down rebuild, renovation, or new build - make sure you have a contingency. A contingency is an amount of money you put aside to use if the project goes over budget. Being well prepared is crucial to the success of your build and construction loan application.
3. Choose your builder
Most builders have project managers who arrange all the required trades. From the plumbers, to the architect, to the electrician - construction is a team sport. You should take the time to find a reputable builder you can trust.
4. Communicate consistently
One thing that can contribute to finishing on-time and under budget is communication. Speaking clearly and consistently with your builder can help things move smoothly. Don’t forget - we’re always here to help.
Whatever your vision is - we’re here to help make it happen. No two journeys look the same, but here’s a few things to be aware of before, during and after construction.
Whether you’re looking to build your dream home or just your dream bathroom, we’ve got a variety of construction loan options to facilitate a smooth project.
Browse the options below or to see all products visit our home loan rates page.
This loan is designed to facilitate large renovation projects, knock-down rebuilds and new builds. You’ll get access to awesome features including:
For smaller renovations, refinancing your home loan to use the equity in your existing home might be the best way to go. We can help make renovating that new kitchen or bathroom simple with our range of home loans which offer features such as:
T&Cs, fees, charges and lending criteria apply. Rates displayed above are available for new owner-occupier borrowings of $150,000 and over with a minimum deposit or equity of 20% or more and interest-only repayments during the construction period. Loan reverts to principal and interest payments on completion of construction.
Putting on the project manager hat for a renovation or new build can be overwhelming. This video helps you understand what’s important in under two minutes.
Our home loan calculators are designed to help you compare our products and to find out how much you could potentially save or borrow when you build and bank with us.
For information about starting your first construction project, read our comprehensive guide and make your next move with confidence.
Loc highlights how our Construction Loan has helped him start his journey on building a new home near the new Western Sydney International Airport.
Our Qudos at Home Mobile Lenders can meet you at a time and place that suits you. With expert support and on-the-spot applications, we’re here to make things as simple as possible. So, whenever and wherever you're ready to chat about building your dream home - we are, too.
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Qudos Bank must approve any variations to your building contract prior to any changes with your builder. Depending on the circumstances if there is an increase in funds required you may need to provide these funds yourself. Your designated home loan specialist can help you throughout this process and ensure you have budgeted a reasonable contingency fund.
If you need additional funds after the approval of your construction loan, you must get in touch with us. The new request for finance must be assessed in line with our guidelines and criteria.
If you haven’t already, consider checking your eligibility for government building and renovation grants.
Any additional expenditure or overrun costs should be covered by you. As soon as you think you will exceed the funds that are pre-approved, contact your construction loan specialist. Please note, drawing down of loan funds will be suspended until overrun costs are met.
Your builder must provide an original and complete tax invoice on their official letterhead with their ABN.
Not for any personal construction loans. However, you may still have to pay fees depending on how the funds are drawn from your loan account. Speak to your home loan specialist to see how this will affect you.
The loan funds will be released progressively in line with your building contract and its payment schedule. These payments are known as “progress payments”. All progress payments will be paid directly to your builder upon your approval. If you’re contributing funds to the construction, these funds will also need to be paid in line with the payment schedule in your building contract.
Before we can make a payment to your builder, you’ll need to provide us with:
We’re required to have your property inspected prior to advancing any progress payments, so please be aware it could take up to 5 business days to process the payment.
*Except for Low Cost Home Loan (Value Package), Construction Loan and Variable Rate Home loan.
#Up to $10,000 a year on Fixed Rate Home Loans.
^No redraw facilities available for Fixed Rate Home Loans.
Approved applicants only. Normal lending criteria, terms and conditions and fees and charges apply.
Lenders mortgage insurance is required for home loans over 80% LVR and is subject to approval.
For interest only loans, only monthly repayment option available. During an interest only period, your interest only payments will not reduce your loan balance. This may mean you pay more interest over the life of the loan.
You should read and consider the relevant terms and conditions (available on request) and our Financial Services Guide before deciding whether to obtain any of our financial products or services. Target Market Determination available here.
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Standard variable interest rate which your account will revert to after the introductory offer.
Intro variable rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable interest rate.
Annual fee charged upon account opening and annually thereafter.
Interest free days on purchases only apply if your account is paid in full by the due date each month. Excludes cash advances and BPAY transactions. Payment must be received by Qudos Bank by close of business.
Intro rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable interest rate.
Current standard variable interest rate is 12.84% p.a. for Visa Lifestyle, 16.35% p.a. for Visa Lifestyle Plus and 19.49% p.a. for Visa Platinum Credit Cards.
Intro rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable interest rate.
Current standard variable interest rate is 12.84% p.a.
Construction period is up to the date the final progress payment is made or 12 months from the date we first advance money to you, whichever is earliest.
Product deposit requirements vary, split options must meet the highest minimum deposit amount.
Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions and Credit Card Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.
Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qudos Bank Qantas Points Banking products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.
Access the 24/7 Visa Premium Concierge service in Australia on 1800 639 607. For country contact numbers, terms and conditions and more information, click here.
AWP Australia Pty Ltd ABN 52 097 227 177 AFSL 245631 (trading as Allianz Global Assistance) under a binder from the insurer, Allianz Australia Insurance Limited ABN 15 000 122 850 AFSL 234708 has issued a group policy to Qudos Mutual Limited trading as Qudos Bank ABN 53 087 650 557 AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 238 305, (Qudos Bank), which allows eligible Qudos Bank account holders and cardholders to claim under the group policy as a third party beneficiary by reason of the statutory operation of Section 48 of the Insurance Contracts Act 1984 (Cth). The eligibility criteria, terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of the group policy are set out in the Complimentary Travel Insurance Policy Information Booklet: Effective 22 May 2024 which may be amended from time to time. An excess may be deducted from any benefit paid. Qudos Bank does not guarantee this insurance.
A maximum amount of $150,000 applies for vehicles up to 3 years old and $75,000 for vehicles between 3 and 5 years old.
Eligible purchases do not include cash advances, ATO payments, Bpay, interest, balance transfers, fees and charges or traveller's cheques and foreign currencies - these do not earn Qantas Points. For the full list of exclusions, please refer to the Credit Card Terms and Conditions. Qantas Points can be earned on a maximum of $200,000 of eligible purchases per customer for each 12 month period, commencing from the date your account is opened and each account anniversary thereafter (Eligible Transaction Cap), regardless of the number of Qudos Bank Platinum Credit Cards held by you.
Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions and Credit Card Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.
Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qudos Bank Qantas Points Banking products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.
Selected Qantas products and services are the following items purchased directly from Qantas: Qantas passenger flights (with a QF flight number) Qantas Frequent Flyer and Qantas Club membership joining and annual fees. Excludes Jetstar, Qantas Holidays, Qantas branded non-airfare products and any Qantas products and services not purchased directly from Qantas, purchases from Qantas Freight, Qantas Holidays, Qantas Business Travel, Jetset Travel world channels, Qantas Staff Travel, the Jetstar Group of companies or goods or services supplied by QFF Program partners.
Eligible purchases do not include cash advances, ATO payments, Bpay, interest, balance transfers, fees and charges or traveller's cheques and foreign currencies - these do not earn Qantas Points. For the full list of exclusions, please refer to the Credit Card Terms and Conditions. Qantas Points can be earned on a maximum of $200,000 of eligible purchases per customer for each 12 month period, commencing from the date your account is opened and each account anniversary thereafter (Eligible Transaction Cap), regardless of the number of Qudos Bank Platinum Credit Cards held by you.
Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to the Visa Platinum Rewards Program Terms and Conditions (contained in the Credit Card Terms and Conditions). You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.
Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.
AWP Australia Pty Ltd ABN 52 097 227 177 AFSL 245631 (trading as Allianz Global Assistance) under a binder from the insurer, Allianz Australia Insurance Limited ABN 15 000 122 850 AFSL 234708 has issued a group policy to Qudos Mutual Limited trading as Qudos Bank ABN 53 087 650 557 AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 238 305, (Qudos Bank), which allows eligible Qudos Bank account holders and cardholders to claim under the group policy as a third party beneficiary by reason of the statutory operation of Section 48 of the Insurance Contracts Act 1984 (Cth). The eligibility criteria, terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of the group policy are set out in the Complimentary Travel Insurance Policy Information Booklet: Effective 22 May 2024 which may be amended from time to time. An excess may be deducted from any benefit paid. Qudos Bank does not guarantee this insurance. Any advice has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You must check whether or not it is appropriate, in light of your own circumstances, to act on this advice.
Access the 24/7 Visa Premium Concierge service in Australia on 1800 639 607. For country contact numbers and more information, click here.
Intro rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable rate
Current standard variable interest rate is 19.49% p.a.
Annual fee charged upon account opening and annually thereafter.
Up to 55 days interest free on purchases only applies if your account is paid in full by the due date each month. Excludes cash advances and BPAY transactions. Payment must be received by Qudos Bank by close of business.
Intro rate applies to all transactions (including purchases, cash advances and balance transfers) for the first five months from the first date your account is approved and then reverts to the standard variable interest rate.
Current standard variable interest rate is 16.35% p.a.
If you would like to request a larger amount, please call us on 1300 747 747.
A maximum amount of $150,000 applies for vehicles up to 3 years old and $75,000 for vehicles between 3 and 5 years old.
Rate applies to term deposits account opened during the term of your Qantas Points Home Loan. Special terms of 3, 6, 9 and 12 months are available and are upon request.
Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions and Credit Card Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.
Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qudos Bank Qantas Points Banking products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.
Mortgage insurance is required for home loans over 80% and is subject to approval.
An establishment fee of $600 applies to this loan.
Waived annually whilst signed up to the Value Package. Only available for one Visa Platinum Credit Card per Value Package.
Repayment Holidays are not available on interest only loans. Applications are subject to Qudos Bank’s approval.
WARNING: This comparison rate applies only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan. An unsecured loan of $10,000 with a term of 3 years, or a secured loan of $30,000 with a term of 5 years (as applicable) and a monthly repayment frequency have been used to calculate the comparison rate for all personal loans.
Qantas Points accrue in accordance with and subject to the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.
Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.
Qantas Points accrue on balances up to $1,000,000 in accordance with and subject to the Qantas Points Banking Terms and Conditions. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program and provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Membership number to us to earn and redeem Qantas Points. The joining fee is waived for Qudos Bank members who are not already a Qantas Frequent Flyer member and who apply at qantas.com/joinffqudos. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available online at qantas.com/terms. This offer is non transferable and not available in conjunction with any other offer. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership and each application is subject to approval by Qantas. Qudos Bank recommends that you seek independent tax advice in respect of the tax consequences (including fringe benefits tax, and goods and services tax and income tax) arising from the use of this product or from participating in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program or from using any of the rewards or other available program facilities.
Qudos Bank is the issuer, offeror and administrator of the Qantas Points Banking Products and is a credit provider and credit licensee under National Consumer Credit laws.
Bonus Rate applied if no withdrawals are made during the month.
WARNING: The comparison rates apply only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan. The comparison rates assume a loan of $150,000 for 25 years. For fixed rate loans, the comparison rate is based on the initial fixed rate period, reverting to the current interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest Low Cost Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more, for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment). For fixed interest only loans, the interest only period is equal to the fixed period.
Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 10% is required. Fixed rate may change prior to funding. On expiration of the fixed rate period, the interest rate will revert to a new principal and interest Low Cost Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% of more, for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment).
WARNING: This comparison rate applies only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan. Our comparison rate assumes a loan of $150,000 for 25 years. The comparison rate is based on a 12 months interest only period, reverting to the interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest Low Cost Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment).
Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 10% is required. After completion of construction, your interest rate will revert to the current interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest Low Cost Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more, for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment).
Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 5% is required. For interest only loans, the rate shown is the rate that applies during the interest only period of your loan. At the end of the interest only period, the interest rate will revert to the variable interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest Standard Variable Home Loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more, for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment). Interest only available for 1 to 5 years and are subject to approval.
Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 10% is required. For interest only loans, the rate shown is the rate that applies during the interest only period of your loan. At the end of the interest only period, the interest rate will revert to the variable interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest home loan for the relevant variable home loan product, and for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment) with a deposit or equity of 20% or more. Interest only available for 1 to 5 years and are subject to approval.
WARNING: This comparison rate applies only to the example or examples given. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees or early repayment fees, and cost savings such as fee waivers, are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan. Our comparison rate assumes a loan of $150,000 for 25 years. For interest only loans, the comparison rate is based on a 5-year interest only period, reverting to the interest rate applicable to a principal and interest loan with a deposit or equity of 20% or more for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment).
Excludes existing loans, switching and variations. These offers can be withdrawn by Qudos Bank at any time. Rates displayed above are available for new borrowings of $150,000 and over only. Minimum deposit or equity of 20% is required. For interest only loans, the rate shown is the rate that applies during the interest only period of your loan. At the end of the interest only period, the interest rate will revert to the variable interest rate applicable to a new principal and interest No Frills Home Loan for the relevant purpose (ie. owner-occupied or investment) with a deposit or equity of 20% or more. Interest only terms available for 1 to 5 years and are subject to approval.
