Document Checklist
Most lenders follow a similar process when it comes to approving loans, so they generally need the same documentation.
This is a general checklist and you may not need some of them. We can help show you which ones you need.
Personal identification
- A current Passport or Birth Certificate
- Driver’s Licence. (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 may be useful: a Medicare card, Credit card, ATM/Debit card, Council Rates Notice, Pensioner Concession card, Health Care card, Tertiary Student ID card.
Income details
- The two most recent payslips from your employer. (Ideally these will show the company name, and year-to-date income figure).
- The most recent Group Certificate from your employer.
You may also need: - Rental income statements or bank accounts showing rental income for any investment properties
- Bank statements for the last three months transaction account showing salary credits
- 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.
| If self employed: - The last two year’s personal and business tax returns and ATO assessments.
- Other income details
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Additional documents for refinancing
- Statements for the last six months for any existing home loans or personal loans being refinanced
- The most recent Council Rates Notice on the property being offered as security.
- Credit card statements.
Additional documents for purchases
- Copy of the Contract of Sale for the property being purchased
- Statements for the last six months to show your savings history and funds to complete. This could include share certificates, savings account statements, term deposit statements, etc.
- If other funds are being given to you, which are not already in your bank account, you will need a Statutory Declaration from the person giving you the money.
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 and permits
- Progress payment schedule
- Builders insurance and Home insurance details.
- Copy of the Contract of Sale for the property being purchased.
- Statements for the last six months to show your savings history and funds to complete. This could include share certificates, savings account statements, term deposit statements, etc.
- If other funds are being given to you, which are not already in your bank account, you will need a Statutory Declaration from the person giving you the money.