Are annual bonus and a gifted deposit accepted as genuine savings?

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Re: Are annual bonus and a gifted deposit accepted as genuine savings?

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Hello Nolan. Welcome to the forums.

Most lenders require that when borrowing more than 90% of the property value, as a minimum you would require 5% of the deposit to be in the form of genuine savings. It essentially means funds that you’ve saved up yourself over time.

There are lenders that accept paid rent as genuine savings. That is to say, if you’re able to provide a rental ledger from a licensed real estate agent showing prompt and regular payment for at least 12, 6 or even 3 months, you can use said paid rent as genuine savings. Basically, your rental history is used to prove your capacity as a borrower of making regular payments on your mortgage instead of your own savings.

Some lenders will accept your bonus income and the gifted deposit from your in-laws as a deposit if you can provide payslips and bank statements evidencing the payment of the bonus and a signed gift letter stating unconditionally that it is a gift and not a loan.

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Re: Are annual bonus and a gifted deposit accepted as genuine savings?

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Hi Nolan,

Yes, you can use the first home owners grant (FHOG) as part of the deposit. If you’re buying or building a new home then you may be eligible for FHOG. The FHOG amount will vary depending on the state you’re buying in and whether you’re buying a new or established home or vacant land and building, and the purchase price of the property. Please refer to the State Revenue Office Victoria’s website or call their hotline on 13 21 61 to confirm eligibility and benefits.

In Victoria specifically, when buying an established property as a first home buyer, your stamp duty will be waived off for a Principal Place of Residence (PPR) valued up to $600,000, or a stamp duty concession for a PPR valued between $600,000 to $750,000.

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Re: Are annual bonus and a gifted deposit accepted as genuine savings?

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Hi Nolan,

Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) is generally applicable when borrowing over 80% of the property value. You can use our LMI calculator to get the cheapest quote by comparing the LMI premium of six prime lenders. There are a few lenders who allow you to capitalise the LMI on top of the home loan, that is to say, add it on top of your home loan.

I’ve listed any additional fees that may be incurred when purchasing a property:
  • Transfer fee: This a government fee for registering your name on the title of the property and removing the vendor’s name.
  • Registration fees: This is a government fee to register your lender’s mortgage on the title of your property.
  • Conveyancing costs: You’ll need to hire a conveyancer or solicitor to handle the transfer of the property in your name. This can cost you between $800 to $1,500.
  • Inspections/ Reports: You may need to conduct a building inspection, pest inspection, and a strat report. This can cost up to $600 in total.
  • Loan fees: Some lenders charge an application fee, settlement or valuation fee. These fees vary from $0 to $900.
Give us a call on 1300 889 743 or fill in our free assessment form to find out if you qualify for a first home buyer's loan with a gifted deposit.

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