Frequently Asked Questions
When is it worth refinancing?
If your current rate is above market pricing, or you want to access equity, consolidate debt or change loan features, a refinance review is worthwhile. As a Chatswood broker we compare your loan against the market for free.
Will refinancing lower my interest rate?
Often yes — many borrowers on older loans pay more than new-customer rates. We check your current rate against live lender pricing across our panel.
How long does refinancing take?
Typically 2–4 weeks, depending on the new lender and how quickly your existing loan is discharged.
Understanding your home loan interest rate
Your interest rate is the single biggest factor in what your loan costs over time. When we review a refinance, we compare the interest rate you are paying now against live pricing across our lender panel — because many borrowers on older loans quietly pay a higher interest rate than new customers are offered today.
We look at more than the headline number. We compare the comparison rate (which includes fees), weigh up fixed versus variable interest rate options, and factor in your loan-to-value ratio, loan type and features such as an offset account. A lower interest rate on the wrong structure is not always the best outcome, so we help you balance rate, fees and flexibility.
As a Chatswood mortgage broker, our job is to keep your interest rate competitive — at refinance and beyond. Ask us for a free interest rate review across Sydney and the North Shore.


