Hi Nitin, thanks for the clarification. I can make some enquiries with some specialist lenders if you would like me to. I have done some initial sums and if the tax free income can be accepted you will have affordability for what you are wanting to do. There will just be some considerations like mortgage insurance and some other qualification criteria. Your interest rate might be a little higher than the best in the market but I would take the approach that soon as you finish the scholarship and are on fulltime income you would be in a great position to refinance when you qualify for a very low rate. If you would like me to look into it more and spend some time finding exact options let me know & connect with me and I can work on it asap to give you an answer. thanks
Thank you Phillip and Mitch. Taxable income along with RTP scholarship cannot exceed 75% of the value of the scholarship; therefore, about $20K+/annum taxable income would be allowed. I should be able to work a few extra hours to hit the $20K mark. Unfortunately, I got no someone else (just myself as a single applicant). What if we considered this scenario: $20K/annum taxable income + deposit to the tune of $45 - 50K? Could we try running any numbers, please? Cheers, Nitin
Hi Nitin, yes a couple of the major lenders should be able to do this. Loan amount as an owner-occupier is probably around $350K or perhaps close to $400K (likely under). However, as "investment" we might be obtain a higher loan amount. Please contact me by direct message if you wish to discuss further. All the best :)
Hi Nitin. You have a good deposit for a first home which is a great position to be in. No lenders really accept Scholarship income (even though it is ongoing for a long time). If I were you I would focus on increasing your wage income, if possible, or look at options to purchase with someone else who is working as their income could be used to support the loan. Happy to chat further and run some numbers to give you an idea of where you need to be so you can put some goals/plans in place for next year. Thanks Mitch
Phillip
Hi Nitin, I've worked out on one of the lenders' calculators that you can borrow about $410K, with interest rate of 3+%. Also you will be eligible for First Home Owner's Grant if you purchase a new property. Happy to discuss further privately. Cheers