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Deposit Requirements for Home Loans in 2025

What banks are really asking for and how to buy with less than 20%.

You don’t always need 20% to get a home loan..

In 2025, there are more ways than ever to get into the market, even if your savings are limited. Whether you’re a first home buyer, an upgrader, or buying with family support, the right lender and structure can help you move sooner.

What’s the Standard Deposit in 2025?

Traditionally, lenders prefer a 20% deposit. But in today’s lending environment, many approved buyers can secure a home loan with:

5%

deposit

through standard low-deposit loans

2%

deposit

through government-backed schemes

0%

deposit

using a family guarantor

The right option depends on your income, eligibility, and lender policy.

Who Can Buy With Less Than 20%?

At Flenley Financial Group, we regularly help:

First home buyers

with limited savings

Young professionals

Young professionals renting while saving

Families leveraging

guarantor support

Single parents

eligible for the Family Home Guarantee

Buyers using grants

to reduce upfront costs

Even if you don’t have the full 20%, you still have options.

Understanding LMI (Lenders Mortgage Insurance)

Borrowing more than 80% of a property’s value usually means LMI but that doesn’t mean a huge upfront cost.

Our Fee Structure:

No Cost to You

We’ve built exclusive relationships with over 340 lenders.

When you apply through Flenley, the lender pays us — not you.

No hidden fees. No upfront charges.

Just expert advice focused on what’s best for your financial future.

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Why Choose Flenley for Low Deposit Lending?

Access to 340+ lenders

including those offering teacher-specific lending benefits

Specialist support

for low deposit borrowers and first home buyers

Expert guidance

on LMI, grants, and structuring

No client fees

— we work for you, not the banks

Real advice

even if it means waiting or staying with your current lender

Ready to Explore Low Deposit Loan Options?

Book your free consultation with a Flenley mortgage expert.

We’ll help you work out exactly how much you need, what you qualify for, and which options make sense for your budget.

Or call us directly at 0461 559 105 for immediate advice.