Why Choose Our Line of Credit Loan?

Flexible repayments

Make repayments your way. Just keep your outstanding balance within your approved limit.

Flexible repayments

Easy online access

Tap into your funds anytime through our NetBanking or mobile app.

Easy online access

Interest on what you use

Interest is only charged on the funds you draw, not your full approved limit. However, an unused limit fee applies.

Interest on what you use

Talk to real people

We are here for you. Give us a call or message us via our app to experience customer service with a personal touch.

Talk to real people

Competitive rate

Make the most with a competitive secured variable rate* with your Line of Credit.

Competitive rate

Borrow more

Enjoy the ability to borrow up to 80% of your property’s value up to $1M.

Borrow more

Flexible repayments

Make repayments on interest only up to a 10-year period, as long as you stay within your credit limit.

Flexible repayments

Smart investments

Use your equity to purchase shares and other personal investments.

Smart investments

Line of Credit Loan Amount

  • Minimum: $20,000
  • Maximum: $1M

Loan-to-Value Ratio (LVR)

  • Up to 80%

Loan Terms

  • Min. Loan Term: 1 year
  • Max. Loan Term: up to 10 years

Rate Options

  • Secured Standard Variable rate

Repayment Options

  • Interest Only
  • Interest and Principal

Fees & Charges

  • Establishment Fee: $699
  • Ongoing Fees: $30 per month
  • Unused limit fee: 1%p.a. charged monthly
  • Annual fee: $0

Applying for a
Line of Credit Loan

All our Line of Credit applicants must obtain independent legal and financial advice.
When you’re ready, simply call us on 1300 360 744 and our lending team will walk you through the application.
Once your application is submitted, our lending specialists will undertake their assessment to see if you are eligible.

  • 1+ Eligibility Criteria

    + Eligibility Criteria

    To hold this product customers will need to satisfy eligibility criteria, including:

    • Be an individual aged 18 years and above.
    • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
    • New Zealand citizens can be considered under a mortgage secured basis only but must be residing in Australia and declaring income to the ATO.
    • Have an Australian residential address.
    • Meet SCCU credit assessment criteria which includes demonstrating the capacity to make required repayments on the loan.
    • Provide sufficient property as security in accordance with SCCU’s credit assessment criteria.
    • Have building insurance with SCCU noted as an interested party to a minimum amount equal to the building value.
  • 2+ Important Quick Facts

    + Important Quick Facts

    A Line of Credit Loan is available to those who can offer a residential owner-occupied property to secure the loan up to a maximum amount of $1M not exceeding a loan to value ratio level of 80%.

    The Line of Credit Loan is designed for customers who require Credit for any of the following purposes:

    • Purchasing shares and investments.
    • Other personal investment purposes.

    This loan is not intended for everyday expenses or managing cashflow.

    Once you’ve obtained independent financial advice, please contact us so we can help you get started.
    Our lending team will take you through the application, assessment and approval process.

  • + Important Information

    Products issued by Southern Cross Credit Union Ltd ABN 82 087 650 682. AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 241 000. Any advice given is of a general nature only and is not based on any consideration of your objectives, financial situation and needs. To decide if a product is right for you, please refer to the Summary of Accounts, Access Facilities and Transaction Limits. Eligibility criteria, fees and charges, terms and conditions apply. To help you better asses if these products are right for you please reach out to our team or read through our Target Market Determinations (TMD), designed to help you make an informed decision that is consistent with your objectives, financial situations and needs.

    Important: Available for new business only. Offers not available for switching of existing SCCU home loans. Not available through Broker introduced business.
    Advertised Interest rates subject to change without notice.

    Line of Credit
    ~Variable Interest Only option available for maximum five-year periods reverting thereafter to the P&I variable rate. For Line Of Credit, ability to draw on the Principal over a 10-year period, as long as you stay within your credit limit.

How much could you access with a Line of Credit?

Use our simple Borrowing Power calculator to estimate how much you could borrow.

Just provide some basic details about your income, expenses, and the value of your property, and we’ll do the rest to give you a clear picture of your potential borrowing power.

Want to explore your options further? Check out our other helpful calculators to get a better understanding of home loans, repayments, and more.

Check our calculators

Line Of Credit Highlights

  • Interest-Only Payments – While you’re only required to pay the interest for up to 10 years, remember that the principal will still need to be repaid when the 10-year term expires.
  • Unused Limit Fee – If you don’t use your full credit limit, a 1% fee will apply to any unused funds on an annual basis, charged monthly.
  • Topping Up – You may be able to increase your credit limit, but this will depend on your circumstances, the available equity in your property and your income.
  • Not for Renovations – This loan is not suitable for home improvements or renovations. It’s designed for investment purposes, such as personal investments or buying shares.
Contact us to Start

Enjoy our easy-to-understand banking approach and friendly customer service, so you can focus on what really matter.

Line of Credit Loan FAQs

  • How can I top up my Line of Credit, and what is it based on?

    You may be able to top up your Line of Credit if you have enough equity in your home. The top-up amount is based on the value of your property and the outstanding balance of the loan up to an LVR of 80%. If you’ve repaid part of the LOC and have sufficient equity, you may qualify for a higher limit.

  • How is the unused limit fee calculated for my Line of Credit?

    The unused limit fee is charged at a rate of 1% per year and charged monthly on the unused portion of your approved credit limit. For example, if your approved limit is $1 million and you’ve only used $500,000, the unused fee is calculated on the remaining $500,000, which would equate to an annual fee of $5,000.

  • What's the difference between a reverse mortgage and a line of credit loan?

    Line of Credit Loan: Suitable for those needing flexible access to funds with the ability to manage repayments (e.g., property investors, business owners).

    Reverse Mortgage: Best for retirees, aged 70 and over, who need additional income but don’t want to sell their home. It offers a way to access the equity in their home as a loan – without the need for regular repayments

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Previously we were not advocates of the banking industry, we were strong non-believers after some disappointing & negative experiences. Many locals referred us to Southern Cross Credit Union (SCCU) and after much encouragement we moved our banking business to the SCCU Tweed City Branch. We are now strong believers as we have been in the extremely efficient, effective and supportive hands of SCCU loans manager Stephen Distant. What an asset! Stephen has totally reframed our banking experience, we are genuinely impressed with his ability to do this by managing our loans. Even after many years as a SCCU client, Stephen's dedication with helping us has not died down, his loyalty remains nothing short of inspiring and his willingness to provide outstanding customer service is something we are in awe of. Moving our accounts to SCCU was a great decision, thanks to Stephen Distant.
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Working with Steve has been an absolute pleasure! He is very professional yet is able to bring a personal touch to the banking and loan process. We always feel like we are kept up to date with requirements and processes and Steve is always willing to explain everything in a user-friendly yet professional manner. He has been amazing to work with for our financial needs and would highly recommend his services to friends, family, and colleagues.
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