Rates and fees verified as correct at 25 November, 2020. Other information correct at the time of writing. Advertiser disclosure.
If you’re busy scouring the market for a fixed rate that rewards you with some flexibility, Bendigo Bank’s Fixed Rate Loan could be a good choice. The fixed rate is available on loans from $5,000 and you can borrow up to 95% LVR. You’ll have an extensive range of loan terms to choose from (1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 year options) and the ability to choose between weekly, fortnightly or monthly repayments depending on your financial situation. There is additional repayment flexibility where you can make up to an extra 20% of the loan balance in advance payments and a free online redraw facility should you need to access these funds in the future (redraw fees charged in branch). Bendigo Bank’s Fixed Rate Loan can also help you save on interest over the term of your loan through a partial interest offset facility. There is a monthly account fee to consider.
| Product | Fixed 3 year rate | Comparison Rate | Service fee | Upfront fee | Monthly repayments ‡ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.94% p.a. | 3.63% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 2.19% p.a. | 2.89% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 2.89% p.a. | 3.03% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $479 | ||
| 2.14% p.a. | 2.72% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $479 | ||
| 2.79% p.a. | 3.59% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 2.59% p.a. | 3.25% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 2.74% p.a. | 3.17% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $479 | ||
| 2.54% p.a. | 3.08% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $479 |
Bendigo Bank caters to everyone from the first home buyer to the environmentally conscious borrower with its variable home loan options. Loans start from $5,000 and the maximum LVR is 95%. You’ll get all the money-saving flexibility of a variable loan like unlimited extra repayments, a free online redraw facility and a linked offset account. If these great features aren’t incentive enough, you may even be eligible for additional benefits including a full transaction fee rebate, credit card discounts and free home insurance (up to a maximum of 90 days). If your building or renovation meets Bendigo Bank’s green home criteria, you can qualify for the Generation Green Home which has a discounted interest rate and no monthly service fee.
| Product | Rate | Comparison Rate | Service fee | Upfront fee | Monthly repayments ‡ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.54% p.a. | 3.78% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.44% p.a. | 3.68% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 2.79% p.a. | 3.04% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.09% p.a. | 3.33% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 2.69% p.a. | 2.94% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.29% p.a. | 3.53% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.44% p.a. | 3.17% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $479 | ||
| 2.69% p.a. | 2.86% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $479 | ||
| 5.19% p.a. | 5.37% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $904 | ||
| 4.78% p.a. | 4.96% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $904 | ||
| 3.54% p.a. | 3.78% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.44% p.a. | 3.68% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.14% p.a. | 3.38% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.44% p.a. | 3.68% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.04% p.a. | 3.29% p.a. | $15.00 monthly | $734 | ||
| 3.44% p.a. | 3.39% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $479 | ||
| 3.04% p.a. | 3.21% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $479 | ||
| 5.81% p.a. | 5.99% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $904 | ||
| 5.36% p.a. | 5.54% p.a. | $10.00 monthly | $904 |
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. The comparison rate displayed is for a secured loan with monthly principal and interest repayments for $150,000 over 25 years.
‡ Results from this calculation are estimates only as individual lenders apply different formulas. Actual repayments will depend on your individual circumstances and interest rate changes.
With Bendigo Bank’s variable and line of credit home loans, you’ll be able to make unlimited extra repayments without incurring fees to pay off your home loan sooner and reduce your interest repayments over the term of your loan. You can even make advanced payments with the Fixed Rate home loan, but these can’t exceed 20% of the balance of the loan.
Most of Bendigo Bank’s home loans allow you to borrow up to 95% of your property’s value. Any loan though with an LVR over 80% will require lenders mortgage insurance so be sure to factor this in.
You can save a bundle on interest repayments with Bendigo Bank’s variable home loans which gives you access to a full interest offset facility. If you opt for a fixed rate, you’ll still be able to reap the benefits of a partial offset facility with Bendigo Bank’s Fixed Rate home loan.
Bendigo Bank’s Green Generation home loan rewards environmentally friendly homes or renovations with a discounted interest rate and no monthly service fee. If your house has double glazed windows, a solar hot water heater or wind turbine you may be able eligible for this loan.
Bendigo Bank’s fixed, variable and line of credit home loans have several generous benefits which could save you a nice wad of cash including a full transaction fee rebate and credit card discounts (eligibility criteria applies). You may even be able to get free home insurance from the date of contract up until settlement (maximum 90 days) with the purchase of a Home and Contents Insurance policy.
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I’ve been very happy with Bendigo since signing up with them 14 years ago. I especially like the fact that for every extra dollar I pay off the loan it will save me $5. How can that be bad. The staff are fantastic and friendly, always ready willing and able.
Read full reviewI’ve been very happy with Bendigo since signing up with them 14 years ago. I especially like the fact that for every extra dollar I pay off the loan it will save me $5. How can that be bad. The staff are fantastic and friendly, always ready willing and able.
They have excellent rates, great customer service and easily accessors apps, branches and ATMs.
Read full reviewThey have excellent rates, great customer service and easily accessors apps, branches and ATMs.
I enquired about a house loan. Spoke with a specialist. Bending mobile lender. Underwood area Queensland. After supplying lots of details and discussions, she suggested a loan of $600,000. We put in $140.000. Purchase price was $740,000. After several weeks my application was rejected. I asked the specialist how much would they lend. She said. $440,000. I said ok, I will put $300,000 towards purchase. One week later my application got rejected. Now unable to purchase owner occupied home. And have now got 2 loan declines on my lending history.
Read full reviewI enquired about a house loan. Spoke with a specialist. Bending mobile lender. Underwood area Queensland. After supplying lots of details and discussions, she suggested a loan of $600,000. We put in $140.000. Purchase price was $740,000. After several weeks my application was rejected. I asked the specialist how much would they lend. She said. $440,000. I said ok, I will put $300,000 towards purchase. One week later my application got rejected. Now unable to purchase owner occupied home. And have now got 2 loan declines on my lending history.
Good relationship with bank manager, who updates us on better products.
Read full reviewGood relationship with bank manager, who updates us on better products.
Absolutely shocking bank - both at branch level and Bendigo customer service - haha - what customer service! They are very arrogant and treat the customer as fools. Loan terms differed upon receiving documents, I believe, purposely not available until a few days to settlement. No time to go back to any other lender. It felt that this was their normal routine with everyone. Not acceptable for me. So grateful it was closed quickly, and went with Westpac. Now a few years on, Westpac are amazing. Writing this review as Bendigo had to send a refund cheque. Two years to check the accounts and they, or their auditor, discovered mistake. No contact prior, no apology. Deducted fees from the amount calculated.
Read full reviewAbsolutely shocking bank - both at branch level and Bendigo customer service - haha - what customer service! They are very arrogant and treat the customer as fools. Loan terms differed upon receiving documents, I believe, purposely not available until a few days to settlement. No time to go back to any other lender. It felt that this was their normal routine with everyone. Not acceptable for me. So grateful it was closed quickly, and went with Westpac. Now a few years on, Westpac are amazing. Writing this review as Bendigo had to send a refund cheque. Two years to check the accounts and they, or their auditor, discovered mistake. No contact prior, no apology. Deducted fees from the amount calculated.
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