Referred by OpenLot · Melbourne's Construction Loan Specialists
First Home Buyer Specialists
Most First Home Buyers get knocked back on Construction Loans.
Find out if yours will get Approved
A house and land package can be one of the most affordable ways into the market. But construction finance works differently — and most buyers don't find out until something goes wrong. We'll walk you through every step.
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First home buyers
What first home buyers need to know
A house and land package is not a standard home loan. The finance works in stages, lender requirements are different, and the wrong broker can cost you your contract. Here's what we handle for you.
First Home Owner Grant
We identify every grant and concession you're eligible for and make sure your application captures them all.
Low deposit options
Borrow up to 95% LVR. We know which lenders accept low deposits for new builds and structure your loan accordingly.
Full application prep
Building contracts, plans, permits, costings we prepare your complete construction package so nothing gets rejected.
Progress payment management
We manage every stage payment from slab to completion so your builder is paid on time and work never stops.
Fast approvals
Finance clause deadlines move fast. We submit clean, complete applications that lenders approve quickly.
Guided every step
First build? We explain everything clearly, manage the paperwork, and keep you informed from day one to handover.
Why it matters
What most first home buyers don't know about construction loans
Going directly to your bank is one of the most common mistakes first home buyers make. Banks have limited panels, stricter criteria, and no one managing your file after approval.
Not all lenders fund land and construction separately — we know which ones do
Repayments are interest-only during the build, then switch — we structure this correctly from day one
Progress payments require bank inspections at each stage — we coordinate all of this for you
Your contract has a finance clause deadline — we move fast enough to meet it every time
First Home Owner Grant eligibility — we identify and capture every concession you're entitled to
We'll get your finance approved and your builder paid on time, every time.
What sets us apart
A dedicated construction support office
Most brokers disappear once you're approved. We don't. Our Construction Support Office manages your file from approval to completion.
Coordinating all progress payment requests
Managing bank inspections & lender requirements
Communicating directly with your builder
Ensuring every stage is paid quickly
Preventing delays that could stop work on site
A full-service support team backing your build — not just a broker.
What's included
Construction loan features
We prepare your entire construction package and manage the process end to end.
Borrow up to 95% LVR (scenario dependent)
Fast approvals with full documentation prep
Smooth progress payments via our support office
Works for PAYG, self-employed & complex borrowers
Interest-only repayments during construction
Suitable for new builds, renovations, extensions & KDRs
Refinance to lower rates once build is complete
Build strategy aligned to your long-term goals
The process
How it works
1
Submit your enquiry
Fill in the form above we’ll review your situation and reach out to discuss your options.
2
Strategy call
We assess your borrowing capacity, review your contract, and identify the right lenders for your build.
3
Application submitted
We prepare your full construction package clean, complete, and credit-ready.
4
Approved & supported
Our construction support office manages every progress payment until your build is complete.
We are proud to have 450+, 5 Star Reviews ⭐️ We have helped over 1400 clients
Successful Finance Group team kept us well Informed during all stages of the loan process.
We were given a number of great options, but Successful Finance Group’s experience and knowledge got us the best possible deal.
We were very happy with the service.
Dean Porter
Successful Finance Group has been very helpful in securing my home refinancing, Nigel and his team are easy to contact and will guide you through the whole process, will recommend to my friends.
Clarette S.
I had a seamless experience from start to finish. The service was professional, efficient, and exceeded my expectations. I’m a very happy customer and truly appreciated the attention to detail and friendly support throughout the process. I would definitely come back again and highly recommend this service to others!
New Purchase
Successful Finance Group helped us secure our property with ease and providing proper advice. We managed to secure a property after only working with him for less than 30 days
Ahmad Awamleh
Amazing Service with experienced advice
Nigel helped us secure our property with ease and providing proper advice. We managed to secure a property after only working with him for less than 30 days
New Purchase
Very helpful
Nigel is very knowledgeable in his field, very professional and clear communicator. He explained the process and made the process smooth and straightforward.
New Purchase
Nigel was great helping us every step of the way as first home buyer. I recommend for anybody looking long for a home to work with him
New Purchase
I had a seamless experience from start to finish. The service was professional, efficient, and exceeded my expectations. I’m a very happy customer and truly appreciated the attention to detail and friendly support throughout the process. I would definitely come back again and highly recommend this service to others!
New Purchase
INDUSTRY RECOGNITION
Award-winning expertise
Recognised as one of Victoria's top mortgage brokers four consecutive years running
2025
Top 5 Mortgage Broker
State Winner — Victoria
2025
Top 20 Mortgage Broker
National Winner — Australia
2024
Broker of the Year
State Winner — Victoria
2024
Top 20 Mortgage Broker
National Winner — Australia
2023
Broker of the Year
State Winner — Victoria
2023
Top 20 Mortgage Broker
National Winner — Australia
2022
Top 5 Mortgage Broker
State Winner — Victoria
2022
Top 20 Mortgage Broker
National Winner — Australia
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much can I borrow for my first home?
This depends on your income, deposit, and living expenses. During your free assessment, we'll give you a clear picture of your borrowing capacity as a first home buyer — no guesswork, no obligation.
2. Do I need a 20% deposit to buy my first home?
Not necessarily. Many first home buyers get into the market with a deposit well below 20%, sometimes with government schemes that reduce or remove the need for lenders mortgage insurance. We'll walk you through what's realistic for your situation.
3. How does a construction loan work if I'm building my first home?
Unlike a standard home loan, funds are released in stages as your build progress for example, at slab, frame, lock-up, and completion. You only pay interest on what's been drawn down at each stage, not the full loan amount from day one
4. Am I eligible for any first home buyer grants or schemes?
There are a number of state and federal schemes that may reduce your deposit requirements or eligible costs, depending on your situation and the property you're building. We'll check what you may qualify for as part of your free assessment.
5. What's the difference between pre-approval and final approval?
Pre-approval gives you a clear idea of what you can borrow so you can start planning with confidence. Final approval happens once you have a signed building contract and the lender has reviewed the full details of your build.
6. Will checking my options affect my credit score?
An initial conversation with us won't impact your credit score. We'll only move to a formal application — which may involve a credit check — once you're ready to proceed.
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