What is a 1 year fixed open mortgage?
In Australia, a 1-year fixed open mortgage refers to a type of home loan where the interest rate is fixed for a period of one year, and it offers flexibility in terms of making additional repayments without penalties or restrictions during that fixed term.
Unlike traditional fixed-rate mortgages, which may restrict additional repayments or charge penalties for early repayment, an open mortgage allows borrowers to make extra repayments without incurring fees.
Borrowers have the flexibility to pay off the mortgage faster by making lump-sum payments or increasing regular repayments during the fixed term, which can help reduce the total interest paid over the life of the
At the end of the 1-year fixed term, borrowers typically have the option to renew the fixed rate, switch to a variable rate, or consider a different fixed term based on prevailing market conditions and personal financial goals.
What is the current 2 year fixed mortgage rate?
The year fixed mortgage rates in Australia vary among lenders but for most proposals they range within 5% to 7%.
Is a 3 year fixed mortgage a good idea?
It depends on your financial situation, market conditions, and personal preferences. A 3-year fixed mortgage provides stability by locking in your interest rate for three years, protecting you from potential rate increases during this period. This makes budgeting easier as your repayments remain consistent.
But if interest rates decrease during your fixed term, you won't benefit from the lower rates until your fixed period ends. Exiting a fixed-rate mortgage before the term ends can incur significant break costs or early repayment fees, which can be expensive if your circumstances change.
Home loan calculations for 20 years (example)
| Amount, $ | Rate, % | Accrued %, $ |
| 100,000 | 5.35% | 53,946 |
| 100,000 | 5.45% | 54,954 |
| 100,000 | 5.55% | 55,963 |
| 150,000 | 5.65% | 85,456 |
| 150,000 | 5.75% | 86,969 |
| 150,000 | 5.85% | 88,481 |
| 200,000 | 5.95% | 119,992 |
| 200,000 | 6.05% | 122,008 |
| 200,000 | 6.15% | 124,025 |
| 250,000 | 6.25% | 157,552 |
| 250,000 | 6.35% | 160,073 |
| 250,000 | 6.45% | 162,594 |
Who offers 5-year fixed home loan rates?
You can apply for such a loan to:
- ANZ
- Commonwealth Bank
- BOQ (Bank of Queensland)
- Westpac Bank
Can you get 10 year fixed rate mortgages in Australia?
Yes, 10-year fixed rate mortgages are available in Australia, but they are less common compared to shorter fixed terms like 1, 2, 3, or 5 years. These long-term fixed rates can provide stability and predictability for a decade, making them attractive to some borrowers who prefer certainty over their mortgage repayments.
Do Australian banks offer 30 year fixed-rate mortgages?
30-year fixed-rate mortgages are not commonly offered by traditional lenders.
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Details of companies offering the financial services:
ANZ Bank
Head office’s address: 833 Collins Street
Contact center: 13-13-14
Phone: 61-3-9683-9999
Mail address: 833 Collins Street Docklands, Melbourne
Web-site: http://www.anz.com
Swift code: ANZBAU3M
Financial institution code: ANZ
Stock code: ANZ
ABN: 11 005 357 522
BSB: 015-891
Bank of Melbourne
Head office’s address: 525 Collins Street
Contact center: 61-132266
Phone: 61-3-9982-4186
Mail address: 525 Collins Street Melbourne
Web-site: https://www.bankofmelbourne.com.au/
Swift code: SGBLAU2S
ABN: 33 007 457 141
BSB: 193-879
Bank of Melbourne
Head office’s address: 525 Collins Street
Contact center: 61-132266
Phone: 61-3-9982-4186
Mail address: 525 Collins Street Melbourne
Web-site: https://www.bankofmelbourne.com.au/
Swift code: SGBLAU2S
ABN: 33 007 457 141
BSB: 193-879
Bank of Queensland
Head office’s address: 100 Skyring Ter
Contact center: 61-1300-557-272
Mail address: 100 Skyring Ter L 6, Newstead, Queensland, 4006
Web-site: http://www.boq.com.au/
Stock code: BOQ
ABN: 32 009 656 740
BSB: 124-001
Bank of Sydney
Head office’s address: 62 Pitt Street
Contact center: 61-13-95-00
Phone: 61-2-8262-9191
Mail address: 62 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW
Web-site: http://www.banksyd.com.au
Swift code: LIKIAU2S
ABN: 44 093 488 629
BSB: 942-202
Bank of Sydney
Head office’s address: 62 Pitt Street
Contact center: 61-13-95-00
Phone: 61-2-8262-9191
Mail address: 62 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW
Web-site: http://www.banksyd.com.au
Swift code: LIKIAU2S
ABN: 44 093 488 629
BSB: 942-202
Bankwest
Head office’s address: 300 Murray St
Contact center: 61-131719
Phone: 61-8-9449-2840
Mail address: Bankwest PO Box E237 Perth WA 6841
Web-site: http://www.bankwest.com.au/
Swift code: BKWAAU6P
ABN: 48 123 123 124
BSB: 325-185
Bankwest
Head office’s address: 300 Murray St
Contact center: 61-131719
Phone: 61-8-9449-2840
Mail address: Bankwest PO Box E237 Perth WA 6841
Web-site: http://www.bankwest.com.au/
Swift code: BKWAAU6P
ABN: 48 123 123 124
BSB: 325-185
CommBank
Head office’s address: 201 Sussex Street
Contact center: 13-22-21
Phone: 61-2-8055-4001
Mail address: Level 10, Tower One, Darling Park, 201 Sussex Street
Web-site: https://www.commbank.com.au/
Swift code: CTBAAU2S
Stock code: CBA
ABN: 48 123 123 124
Gateway Bank
Head office’s address: 68 York St
Contact center: 1300 302 474
Phone: +61 2 9307 4200
Mail address: GPO BOX 3176 SYDNEY NSW 2001
Web-site: https://www.gatewaybank.com.au/
Swift code: ASLLAU2CGTW
ABN: 47 087 650 093
BSB: 676-000
G&C Mutual Bank
Head office’s address: 201 Elizabeth Street
Contact center: 1-300-364-400
Phone: 61-2-9307-5400
Mail address: PO Box A253, Sydney South NSW 1235
Web-site: http://www.gcmutualbank.com.au/
Financial institution code: SGE
ABN: 72 087 650 637
BSB: 659-000
G&C Mutual Bank
Head office’s address: 201 Elizabeth Street
Contact center: 1-300-364-400
Phone: 61-2-9307-5400
Mail address: PO Box A253, Sydney South NSW 1235
Web-site: http://www.gcmutualbank.com.au/
Financial institution code: SGE
ABN: 72 087 650 637
BSB: 659-000
Geelong Bank
Head office’s address: 107 Gheringhap Street
Contact center: 1300-361-555
Mail address: PO Box 1130 Geelong VIC 3220
Web-site: https://geelongbank.com.au/savings-loans/home-loans/1-2-home-loan/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI54i5ytaa_wIVi9SyCh2KPAJ_EAAYAiAAEgL0v_D_BwE
Geelong Bank
Head office’s address: 107 Gheringhap Street
Contact center: 1300-361-555
Mail address: PO Box 1130 Geelong VIC 3220
Web-site: https://geelongbank.com.au/savings-loans/home-loans/1-2-home-loan/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI54i5ytaa_wIVi9SyCh2KPAJ_EAAYAiAAEgL0v_D_BwE
IMB Banking
Head office’s address: 47 Burelli St
Contact center: 61-133-462
Mail address: 47 Burelli St, Wollongong, NSW, 2500
Web-site: https://www.imb.com.au
Swift code: IMTIAU21
BSB: 641-800
ING Bank
Head office’s address: 60 Margaret St
Contact center: 61-2-9028-4077
Mail address: 60 Margaret St, Sydney NSW 2000
Web-site: http://www.ingdirect.com.au/
Swift code: INGBAU2S
Financial institution code: ING
ABN: 24 000 893 292
BSB: 923-100
NAB
Head office’s address: 800 Bourke Street
Contact center: 13-22-65
Phone: 61-3-8566-7023
Mail address: Level 4, 800 Bourke Street, Docklands, VIC
Web-site: http://www.nab.com.au/
Swift code: NATAAU3303M
Financial institution code: NAB
Stock code: NAB
BSB: 086-027
Queensland Country Bank Limited
Head office’s address: 333 Ross River Road
Contact center: 1800 075 078
Phone: +61 7 4412 3526
Mail address: PO Box 679 Aitkenvale QLD 4814
Web-site: https://www.queenslandcountry.bank/
Swift code: QCCNAU41XXX
ABN: 77 087 651 027
BSB: 654 000
Queensland Country Bank Limited
Head office’s address: 333 Ross River Road
Contact center: 1800 075 078
Phone: +61 7 4412 3526
Mail address: PO Box 679 Aitkenvale QLD 4814
Web-site: https://www.queenslandcountry.bank/
Swift code: QCCNAU41XXX
ABN: 77 087 651 027
BSB: 654 000
St. George Bank
Head office’s address: 275 Kent Street
Contact center: 13-33-30
Phone: 61-2-9553-5333
Mail address: St.George Bank Locked Bag 1 Kogarah NSW 1485
Web-site: http://www.stgeorge.com.au/
Swift code: SGBLAU2S
Financial institution code: STG
Stock code: SGB
ABN: 33 007 457 141
BSB: 112-908
Westpac Bank
Head office’s address: 275 Kent Street
Contact center: 13-20-32
Phone: 61-2-9155-7700
Mail address: 275 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW
Web-site: https://www.westpac.com.au/
Swift code: WPACAU2S
Financial institution code: WBC
Stock code: WBC
ABN: 33 007 457 141
BSB: 032-063
