Checklists

Helpful Checklist of Documents

Most lenders require the same documents to approve a loan. Make sure you bring the documents below to your meeting with your broker to help fast-track your loan application. This is a general checklist, so some of the documents may not apply to you. Your broker will confirm which documents you need.

Personal Indentification

100 points of ID are required. This may largely consist of a current Passport or Birth Certificate (70 points), or Drivers Licence (40 points). (Please note if these documents are in your maiden name, you will also need to provide a copy of your Marriage Certificate.)
Other documents that help build up 100 points include: a Medicare card, Credit card, ATM/Debit card, Council Rates Notice, Pensioner Concession card, Health Care card, or Tertiary Student ID card.

Income Details

The two most recent payslips from your employer. (Ideally these will show the company name, number of payslip and year-to-date income figure)
The most recent Group Certificate from your employer.

If self-employed:

The last two year’s personal and business tax returns and ATO assessments
Other income details

You may also need:

Rental income statements or bank accounts showing rental income for any investment properties
Proof of share dividends or interest earned
Centrelink letter confirming family tax benefits
Centrelink letter confirming permanent government pensions
Private pension group certificate or statement
Proof of any other regular, ongoing income

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Additional documents for refinancing

Documentation on your existing loan including the date the loan commenced, loan period and any financial penalty payable if you exit the loan early
Statements for the last six months for any existing home loans and personal loans
The most recent Council Rates Notice and building insurance policy on the property or properties being offered as security.
Credit cards

Additional documents if you already own a home

Statements for the last six months for any existing home loans or personal loans
Your most recent credit card statement
Copy of the Contract of Sale for the property you’re buying
Statements for the last six months to show your savings/investment history. (This could include share certificates, savings account statements, term deposit statements, etc.)

Additional documents for first home buyers

Statement for your First Home Saver Account, if you have one
Statements for the last six months to show your savings/investment history. This could include share certificates, term deposit statements, etc.
Your most recent credit card statement
Copy of the Contract of Sale for the property being purchased

Additional documents for investors

If you already have investment properties:

Evidence of income such as rental statements
A copy of the tenancy lease
A Council Rates Notice
Copy of the Contract of Sale for the property being purchased
A letter from a property manager indicating likely rent for the new property

Additional documents for borrowers seeking a construction loan

A copy of a valid builder’s fixed price tender, including all specifications
A copy of Council approved plans