First Home Buyers 2 Year Fixed Rate

Find the property you love, and we'll make sure that you get a more generous home loan deal.

2 Year Fixed 4.99 % p.a. Interest rate 5.80 % p.a. Comparison rate

By taking advantage of the First Home Guarantee offered by Australian Mutual Bank:

  • You won’t need to pay lenders mortgage insurance, saving you up to $30,352.19*
  • You only need to save a minimum deposit of 5% of the Property Value
  • You can save thousands in interest by no longer needing to add the cost of mortgage insurance to your loan*

* Savings are estimated based on using an LMI premium calculator for a 95% LVR loan on a property valued at $800,000.

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Am I eligible?

The following eligibility criteria apply:

  • Citizenship and permanent residency - be an Australian citizen(s) or permanent resident(s) at the Home Loan Date*.
  • Income - your taxable income must be at or below the income cap - $125,000 per annum for individual, or a combined $200,000 per annum for joint applicants - as shown on the Notice of Assessment (for the previous financial year) issued by the Australian Taxation Office.
  • Deposit - you must have minimum deposit savings of 5% of the Property Value
  • Prior property ownership - you must be a first home buyer or not have owned a property in Australia in the last 10 years (applies to both in a joint application) at the Home Loan Date*
  • Owner-occupier - you must be a first home buyer or not have owned a property in Australia in the last 10 years (applies to both in a joint application) at the Home Loan Date*
  • Minimum age – you must be at least 18 years old
  • Price cap - the property you purchase must be residential and within the Price caps set under the scheme

You can find more information about the First Home Guarantee and eligibility criteria on the Housing Australia website.

* The Home Loan Date is the date you sign your home loan agreement with us.


How do I apply?

The application process is made simple and easy. Loan applications can be submitted online, and Scheme places are strictly limited.

Once received we will assess your loan for suitability and whilst doing so temporarily reserve a Scheme place for you for a period of 10 days.

Once we have verified that you meet our lending requirements and the requirements set out by the Scheme, your loan will be approved, and we will go about securing you a Scheme place for a further 90 days.

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View our range of competitive variable and fixed rate products

We waived the Valuation fee (up to $500) and the Establishment fee ($250) for First Home Buyers Loans. 

Product Interest Rate Comparison Rate
First Home Buyers Basic Variable Rate Variable 5.69% p.a. 5.73% p.a.
First Home Buyers Standard Variable Rate Variable 5.94% p.a. 5.98% p.a.
GumLeaf Basic Variable Rate Owner Occupied 5.39% p.a.   5.46% p.a.
GumLeaf Standard Variable Rate Owner Occupied 5.49% p.a. 5.56% p.a.
First Home Buyers 2 Year Fixed Rate 2 Year Fixed 4.99% p.a. 5.80% p.a.

"AMB helped us secure our first dream home in Perth, Western Australia."

Their outstanding customer service, care and guidance made the whole process of us securing our first home a smooth ride. What is even more commendable is that all of this was done from over the east with no problems. Importantly their low interest rates beats the competitors by a huge margin and we have no doubt in saying we will stay with AMB for all our banking and highly recommend them to everyone in Australia.

Nicole Smith


How to apply

Apply Online

Ready to apply or you simply want a conditional pre-approval? Get started online in under 10 minutes.

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A home loan specialist will answer all your questions and help move your application along.

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Our Mobile Bankers located in NSW can come to visit you at home, at work or wherever else is convenient for you.

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Why choose Australian Mutual Bank?

Footnotes:

  • 1 First Home Buyers 2 Year Fixed Rate Special Offer is applicable to loan applications received on or after 1 June 2025 and is subject to change without notice. New money only with a minimum borrowing amount of $20,000. Offer available for a limited time only and may be withdrawn once portfolio is met. At the end of the fixed period the rate reverts to the Owner Occupied Standard Variable rate.
  • 2 This comparison rate is based on a $150,000 loan over a term of 25 years. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. All loan applications are subject to Australian Mutual Bank Ltd normal lending criteria. Fees and charges, terms and conditions apply.
  • 3 Home loan information and interest rates are for new money loans only and are subject to change. Loan to Value Ratio (LVR) is the ratio or money you borrow compared to the value of the property used as security, as determined by the Bank. LVR value is determined at time of origination only.

4. Family Support is available for borrowers, including first home buyers with no deposit, who have an immediate family member that is willing and able to offer security, e.g. their own property, as Guarantor on the loan to secure a portion of the loan. The Guarantor's financial position should be such that they are able to meet their obligations under the guarantee. Non-Resident guarantors are not eligible.