This week in banking - Prospa’s Billion Dollar Milestone

There was plenty going on in the world of Australian banking. Here are our top headlines from the past week, plus a look at key rate changes across home loans and term deposits.
Prospa hits $1 billion milestone
If there were ever a patron saint of business loans, it would be Prospa. The online lender has just cemented its position as one of the more popular options for business owners, announcing it’s delivered more than $1 billion in loans to small businesses across Australia and New Zealand. Just as impressive, Prospa also revealed it’s made a pretty sizeable contribution to the economy, adding $3.65 billion to Australia’s GDP.
Do you have bank-xiety?
Does thinking about your bank leave you with an unshakeable sense of unease? You might have what ME Bank CEO, Jamie McPhee, calls ‘bank-xiety,’ and you’re not alone. A survey of 1,000 Aussies conducted by ME revealed that 95% believe banks lack transparency, and 92% believe that banks often push products and services that are inappropriate or unnecessary.
That said, not many Australians are doing anything about it. In fact, only 14% of those surveyed admitted they had switched banks, or were about to. If you’re among the many that were dismayed by the findings of the Royal Commission but have yet to dump their bank in favour of a more trustworthy one, don't put it off any longer.
Is another economic crisis around the corner?
With the current housing downturn yet to stabilise and levels of household debt reaching distressing highs, there’s a lot of talk about another crash potentially in the works. And while many remain skeptical, it doesn’t hurt to be prepared. We ran through some of the things the average Australian should do to make sure they’re able to stay afloat in case disaster strikes.
Variable home loans
Turning to rates, Bank of Queensland introduced a new 2 year intro rate for its Variable Home Loan. Owner occupiers can now receive 3.69% p.a. (4.55% p.a. comparison rate*) for the first 24 months. And loans.com.au has lowered its Offset Variable 90 by 0.32%, putting it at 3.72% p.a. (3.74% p.a. comparison rate*).
Fixed home loans
BoQ has made a number of changes across its Discount Fixed Rate offerings. 2 and 3 year rates for both owner occupiers and investors saw cuts of 0.05%.
Meanwhile, Suncorp made some adjustments to its Fixed Home Loan and the Home Package Plus option. Longer duration terms for owner occupiers saw cuts of up to 0.20%, while 1 year fixed rates for the package deal jumped up 0.20% to 3.69% p.a. (4.90% p.a. comparison rate*).
3 year rates for Macquarie Bank’s Offset Home Loan Package were reduced by 0.10%. Owner occupiers will now receive 3.99% p.a. (4.15% p.a. comparison rate*).
Term deposits
Suncorp has shuffled around its term deposit rates, raising some while cutting others. The 5 month rate saw the biggest drop - 0.40% - leaving it at 2.15% p.a., while the 6 month rate increased 0.05%, putting it at 2.40% p.a.
Gateway Bank decreased its 1 year annual rate by 0.15%. It now sits at 2.70% p.a. And Credit Union SA, G&C Mutual Bank and Heritage Bank made cuts of between 0.10-0.20% to various offerings.
For a look at which term deposits still offer decent value, be sure to check out our term deposits comparison page.
Business loan comparisons on Mozo
Boost Business Loan
Whether you’re looking for a quick cash boost for your business or are ready to invest in growth, ScotPac offers a range of unsecured and secured loans from $10,000 up to $500,000. For loan terms of 6 months to 3 years. No application or account keeping fees to pay. Funds available in 24 hours or less once approved. Repayment options available.
Interest Rate
Upfront Fee
Funding speed
On applicationDetails on applicationFrom 24 hoursBoost Business Loan
Whether you’re looking for a quick cash boost for your business or are ready to invest in growth, ScotPac offers a range of unsecured and secured loans from $10,000 up to $500,000. For loan terms of 6 months to 3 years. No application or account keeping fees to pay. Funds available in 24 hours or less once approved. Repayment options available.
- Interest Rate
- On application
- Upfront Fee
- Details on application
- Ongoing Fees
- $0
- Late payment fee
- -
- Transaction fee
- -
- Early repayment penalty
- -
- Other fees
- -
- Loan type
- Loan
- Security type
- Secured or Unsecured
- Minimum loan amount
- $10,000
- Maximum loan amount
- $500,000
- Minimum loan term
- 6 months
- Maximum loan term
- 3 years
- Repayment frequency
- Weekly
- Repayment types
- -
- Minimum trading period
- 1 year
- Minimum annual turnover
- $120,000
- Application speed
- From 24 hours
- Approval speed
- From 24 hours
- Funding speed
- From 24 hours
- Extra repayments allowed
- -
- Redraw allowed
- -
- Other benefits
- All industries supported.
- Other restrictions
- Loans up to $100K: No upfront collateral required Loans between $100K to $200K: Borrower must be a property owner Loans over $200K: Borrower must be a property owner, and the loan will be secured
Prospa Plus Business Loan
Prospa uses risk-based pricing to determine your interest rate. They look at factors including your industry, years in business, cash flow, creditworthiness and the overall financial health of your business.
Interest Rate
Upfront Fee
Funding speed
Interest rates vary based on risk.3.5%from 24 hoursProspa Plus Business Loan
Prospa uses risk-based pricing to determine your interest rate. They look at factors including your industry, years in business, cash flow, creditworthiness and the overall financial health of your business.
- Interest Rate
- Interest rates vary based on risk.
- Upfront Fee
- 3.5%
- Ongoing Fees
- $0.00
- Late payment fee
- $0.00
- Transaction fee
- -
- Early repayment penalty
- $0.00
- Other fees
- -
- Loan type
- Loan
- Security type
- Secured
- Minimum loan amount
- $150,000
- Maximum loan amount
- $500,000
- Minimum loan term
- 3 months
- Maximum loan term
- 3 years
- Repayment frequency
- Weekly
- Repayment types
- Principal & Interest
- Minimum trading period
- 3 years
- Minimum annual turnover
- $1,000,000
- Application speed
- 10 Minutes
- Approval speed
- Same-day approval
- Funding speed
- from 24 hours
- Extra repayments allowed
- yes
- Redraw allowed
- no
- Other benefits
- -
- Other restrictions
- -
Unsecured Business Loan
Business Loans from $5,000 to $5,000,000 with high approval rates. Access to funds on loans up to $500,000 in as little as 3 hours. Cash flow friendly repayments and open minded offers.
Interest Rate
Upfront Fee
Funding speed
On Application3%, starting at $399from 3 hoursUnsecured Business Loan
Business Loans from $5,000 to $5,000,000 with high approval rates. Access to funds on loans up to $500,000 in as little as 3 hours. Cash flow friendly repayments and open minded offers.
- Interest Rate
- On Application
- Upfront Fee
- 3%, starting at $399
- Ongoing Fees
- no
- Late payment fee
- $50.00
- Transaction fee
- -
- Early repayment penalty
- no
- Other fees
- -
- Loan type
- Loan
- Security type
- Unsecured
- Minimum loan amount
- $5,000
- Maximum loan amount
- $5,000,000
- Minimum loan term
- 3 months
- Maximum loan term
- 1 year
- Repayment frequency
- Weekly, flexible
- Repayment types
- Principal & Interest
- Minimum trading period
- 4 months
- Minimum annual turnover
- $144,000
- Application speed
- 10 Minutes
- Approval speed
- within 1 hour
- Funding speed
- from 3 hours
- Extra repayments allowed
- yes
- Redraw allowed
- no
- Other benefits
- Daily repayments available.
- Other restrictions
- Fast Business Loans for amounts up to $500,000 are funded in 3 hours, Small Business Loans can take 24 hours.
Mortgage Secured Commercial Loan
Use your property as collateral to meet your business needs. Offers repayment terms up to 30 years for residential security and 15 years for commercial/rural security. Provides interest rates that are tailored to your business needs. Choose from Principal & Interest, Interest Only, or Interest in Advance repayment options.
Interest Rate
Upfront Fee
Funding speed
On applicationOn applicationVariesMortgage Secured Commercial Loan
Use your property as collateral to meet your business needs. Offers repayment terms up to 30 years for residential security and 15 years for commercial/rural security. Provides interest rates that are tailored to your business needs. Choose from Principal & Interest, Interest Only, or Interest in Advance repayment options.
- Interest Rate
- On application
- Upfront Fee
- On application
- Ongoing Fees
- $0
- Late payment fee
- $20.00
- Transaction fee
- $0
- Early repayment penalty
- $0 for variable loans, break cost may apply for fixed loans.
- Other fees
- On application
- Loan type
- Loan
- Security type
- Property Secured
- Minimum loan amount
- $500
- Maximum loan amount
- -
- Minimum loan term
- -
- Maximum loan term
- 30 months
- Repayment frequency
- Monthly, Quarterly, Half-yearly, Annually
- Repayment types
- Principal & Interest, Interest Only
- Minimum trading period
- Varies
- Minimum annual turnover
- Varies
- Application speed
- Varies
- Approval speed
- Varies
- Funding speed
- Varies
- Extra repayments allowed
- yes - variable loans only
- Redraw allowed
- yes - minimum $500 (variable loans only)
- Other benefits
- -
- Other restrictions
- Minimum Deposit of 20% is required for mortgages secured by residential property, 35% for commercial property and 40% for rural property. Loan term limited to 15 years for commercial or rural security.
Read reviews and learn more about Regional Australia Bank business loans
Self Managed Super Fund Loan
A loan to help your fund grow. Borrow for up to 25 years for residential properties or 15 years for commercial or rural properties. No monthly service fees, so you can save more for your retirement. Approval fee applies.
Interest Rate
Upfront Fee
Funding speed
On application$1,500VariesSelf Managed Super Fund Loan
A loan to help your fund grow. Borrow for up to 25 years for residential properties or 15 years for commercial or rural properties. No monthly service fees, so you can save more for your retirement. Approval fee applies.
- Interest Rate
- On application
- Upfront Fee
- $1,500
- Ongoing Fees
- $0
- Late payment fee
- $20.00
- Transaction fee
- $0
- Early repayment penalty
- $0
- Other fees
- On application
- Loan type
- Loan
- Security type
- Property Secured
- Minimum loan amount
- $100,000
- Maximum loan amount
- -
- Minimum loan term
- -
- Maximum loan term
- 25 months
- Repayment frequency
- Monthly
- Repayment types
- Principal & Interest
- Minimum trading period
- Varies
- Minimum annual turnover
- Varies
- Application speed
- Varies
- Approval speed
- Varies
- Funding speed
- Varies
- Extra repayments allowed
- yes
- Redraw allowed
- no
- Other benefits
- -
- Other restrictions
- Minimum Deposit of 20%-30% is required for mortgages secured by residential property, 35% for commercial property and 50% for rural property. Loan term limited to 15 years for commercial or rural security.
Read reviews and learn more about Regional Australia Bank business loans
*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.
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