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Special Purpose Loans
Borrow up to $100,000 for your next project. Tap into the equity in your property for lower rates.
Interest rate
Features
Repayment calculator
Eligibility
FAQs
Rates
| Applicants who have a clean credit rating and have more than 50% equity in their property. |
7.90% p.a. |
| Applicants with a clean credit rating. |
8.90% p.a. |
| Applicants whose credit rating is considered “credit-impaired”. |
9.90% p.a. |
Features
Versatile use cases
Use this loan to renovate property, take a holiday, make an investment or pay for medical treatment.
A fixed rate for more control
No early repayment fees
Pay off the loan whenever it suits you. No additional fees or maximums apply.
Fast tracked loan approval
If you’re eligible, you could have a loan approved in as little as 48 hours.
Repayment calculator
1. Choose an amount, up to $100,000
2. Add the interest rate that applies to you
3. Add loan duration up to 7 years (84 months)
Eligibility
To meet the requirements for a special purpose loan, you must:
Own property
The loan request can’t be greater than 25% of the equity in your residential or investment property
Make ongoing repayments
Repayments can be made from your salary or direct debit from your bank account
Pass a third party credit rating
You must have a satisfactory credit rating with Equifax, a provider of credit information
Be up to date on all repayments
The loan will not be approved if you are in arrears with any of your other loans or you have been self-employed for less than one year
Rates
7.90% p.a.
Applicants who have a clean credit rating and have more than 50% equity in their property.
8.90% p.a.
Applicants with a clean credit rating.
9.90% p.a.
Applicants whose credit rating is considered “credit-impaired”.
Features
Versatile use cases
Use this loan to renovate property, take a holiday, make an investment or pay for medical treatment.
A fixed rate for more control
Having a fixed rate for length of the loan means you know exactly what your repayments will be.
No early repayment fees
Pay off the loan whenever it suits you. No additional fees or maximums apply.
Fast tracked loan approval
If you’re eligible, you could have a loan approved in as little as 48 hours.
Repayment calculator
1. Choose an amount, up to $100,000
2. Add the interest rate that applies to you
3. Add loan duration up to 7 years (84 months)
Eligibility
To meet the requirements for a special purpose loan, you’ll need to:
Own property
The loan request can’t be greater than 25% of the equity in your residential or investment property
Make ongoing repayments
Repayments can be made from your salary or direct debit from your bank account
Pass a third party credit rating
You must have a satisfactory credit rating with Equifax, a provider of credit information
Be up to date on all repayments
The loan will not be approved if you are in arrears with any of your other loans or you have been self-employed for less than one year
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Resources to get you started
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FAQs
Do I need to be a property owner?
Yes, you must own either a residential or investment property to be eligible for a Special
Purpose Loan. Your equity must also be at least four times the amount of your loan.
Are there any fees involved?
There are no monthly fees, no application fees and no penalty for early repayment. As a not-for-profit cooperative, we are focused on helping to pay your loan off as efficiently as possible without the added stress of fees!
Can I pay off my loan early?
All our loans can be paid out whenever you like without penalty.
What purposes will the Special Purpose Loans be approved for?
Special Purpose Loans will generally be approved for items such as home renovations and approved investments, however, consideration will be given to purposes of a special nature. If you are unsure, get in touch with the team and we can chat about your application.
Are Special Purpose Loans secured or unsecured?
All loans will be unsecured, however, an authority to place a caveat on your property will be required and will be lodged if deemed warranted.
I already have a loan with APS, can I apply for a Special Purpose Loan?
Yes, you are welcome to apply for a Special Purpose Loan, however, please note that the
maximum debt that any one member may have with the APS Benefits Group is $100,000. If you do have a current loan this will need to be paid out from the proceeds of the Special Purpose
Loan.
I do not have a good credit history and have defaults listed, will I be eligible?
Yes, applications will be assessed on a case by case basis.
What happens if I can no longer afford my loan repayments?
If you can no longer afford your loan repayments, we ask that you contact the APS loans team to arrange an amicable repayment plan. If you are experiencing challenges that affect your ability to repay your loan, we will work with you to make necessary adjustments.
Can I take out a second loan, even if I already have one?
You can have multiple APS Car Loans, Caveat Loans and Home Loans. However, you can only
have one Personal Loan or Special Purpose Loan.
Notices & downloads
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Important information
Terms, conditions, fees, charges and lending criteria apply and are available on application. The information above is general advice only and does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs and you should consider if it appropriate for you.
1. Comparison rate calculation is based on a secured loan of $10,000 for a term of 3 years with fortnightly repayments unless otherwise stated. WARNING: The Comparison Rate applies only to the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different amounts and terms will result in different comparison rates. Costs such as redraw fees (top up fees), dishonour fees and cost savings such as fee waivers are not included in the comparison rate but may influence the cost of the loan.