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Getting your Borrowing Capacity with Home Loans for Dentists

At Home Loans for Dentists, we understand the unique financial landscape that dental professionals navigate. Our Finance & Mortgage Brokers are dedicated to helping dentists and other dental professionals access Home Loan options from banks and lenders across Australia. Whether you're buying a home for the first time or expanding your property portfolio, our expertise ensures that you can find the right solutions tailored to your specific needs. With our guidance, you can focus on your practice while we handle the intricacies of the home loan process.

Our team of Finance & Mortgage Brokers brings a wealth of experience in assisting dental professionals to secure competitive interest rates and suitable loan amounts. One critical aspect of applying for a home loan is understanding your borrowing capacity. This is influenced by several factors including your household income, size of household, and volume of dependents. By using a borrowing power calculator, you can calculate your borrowing capacity to determine the maximum borrowing capacity available to you. This step is crucial in helping you estimate borrowing capacity and plan accordingly.

Another important consideration is getting Home Loan pre-approval. By securing a Home Loan pre-approval, you position yourself as a serious buyer in the property market. This can give you an edge over other potential buyers when making an offer on a property. It’s not just about knowing how much you can borrow; it’s about demonstrating your readiness to proceed with a purchase. Our brokers guide you through the application process efficiently, ensuring all aspects such as your credit history, property deposit, assets, and liabilities are properly accounted for.

Understanding the value of the property you wish to purchase is also essential. The value impacts not just the loan amount but also the interest rate you may be offered. We provide insights into assessing property value, considering both current market trends and long-term investment potential. This knowledge empowers you to make informed decisions that align with your lifestyle and financial goals.

Lifestyle factors such as living expenses also play a role in determining how much you can borrow. Our brokers will work with you to assess these alongside your income and expenses to ensure that the loan you select fits comfortably within your financial framework. This holistic approach helps minimise financial stress and supports sustainable homeownership.

In summary, Home Loans for Dentists stands ready to assist dental professionals in accessing suitable Home Loan options from banks and lenders across Australia. By understanding your borrowing capacity, getting pre-approved, and considering the value of the property within the context of your lifestyle and financial situation, we help pave your path to successful homeownership. Contact us today to explore how our specialised services can meet your needs and simplify the process of buying a home.

Reviews for Home Loans for Dentists

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Jared Ridler

Big thanks to Carl for your help through the process! Made it all a breeze with clear quick communication and got us into our new home!

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Ingrid Rollero

Carl and the team are very quick and efficient. Have been them for a few years and happy to recommend to anyone!

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Elizabeth Bottomley

Carl Elsass was a wonderful help to my husband and I as we bought our first property. Carl was very responsive, knowledgeable and guided us through the process with great care and attention to detail. We would highly recommend using Azura ...

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Kirsten Turco

Nick gave us a friendly service & was extremely helpful. Highly recommended!

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claudia alvarez

I was extremely pleased by the service provided from Carl Elsass. He was very helpful and very clear by explaining every aspect of the mortgage process. From start to finish, He attended to all the documents required as well as arranging a suitable loan within a very short period with my minimum involvement. Thank you! Claudia Marcela

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Harry

Working with Nick to purchase our first home was a seamless experience. His knowledge of the market was exceptional and was quick to respond to all our questions. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend his services. Thanks Nick!

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Javier Gómez

Carl was really helpful and patient, took its time to understand my situations and provided great advice and options in order for me to make the right decision.

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Glen Ashley

Carl has been amazing to work with. He was on the ball straight from the start with knowing all the information I would need to provide. He was quick to respond while others would not return communication for weeks. He managed to secure me a great product in a short amount of time, even while we are on opposite sides of the country. I highly recommend getting in touch with Carl, you won't look back.

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katya campi

Nick and team were great, made the process seamless.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of interest rates can you offer?

We take look at a wide range of products available from Banks, Credit Unions & other lenders across the country. This means we can search thousands of products and make sure we're always recommending the best Home Loans for our clients.

What's the maximum I can borrow as a dentist?

This depends on your income, expenses, and deposit, but dentists can often borrow 5-6 times their annual income due to strong earning potential. We'll calculate your exact borrowing capacity based on your specific circumstances.

Can you help arrange finance for both my family home and a property for my dental practice?

Too easy! We can arrange dual-purpose financing for dental professionals. This might involve purchasing a property where you live upstairs and practice downstairs, or separate but coordinated purchases. We understand the zoning, commercial lending, and tax implications involved and work with lenders experienced in medical/dental property financing.

What documents do I need as a dentist?

For employed dentists: recent payslips, employment contract, bank statements (3-6 months), and ID. If you have HECS debt, include your latest notice of assessment.
For practice owners: two years of tax returns, business activity statements, profit and loss statements, and business bank statements.
For locum dentists: contracts with regular practices, bank statements showing consistent deposits, and booking confirmations.
We'll guide you through exactly what's needed for your specific situation and help present your application in the strongest way possible.

What deposit do I need as a dentist, and can I avoid Lenders Mortgage Insurance?

Many of our dental clients secure loans with 10-15% deposits. Some lenders offer LMI waivers for medical and dental professionals, recognising your profession's low default risk. We've arranged loans with deposits as low as 5% for established dentists with strong income history.

Do you charge me any fees?

No, our service is completely free for most home loans. We're paid a commission by the lender once your loan settles, so there's no cost to you for our expertise and guidance. On the rare occasion there might be a fee for specialised services, we'll always discuss this with you beforehand - complete transparency, no hidden costs.

Are your mortgage brokers licensed and accredited?

All of our Mortgage Brokers are accredited and members of the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia. They are extremely professional and provide exceptional service across a range of lending options.

Why should I use Home Loans for Dentists instead of going directly to a bank?

Banks can only offer their own products, but we access hundreds of loans from 40 lenders to find your best deal. More importantly, we understand dental professionals - from HECS debt and associate income to practice purchases. Bank staff rarely have this specialised knowledge.
We do all the legwork, comparing products and handling paperwork while you focus on your patients. Instead of visiting multiple banks, you get one expert broker who knows the dental industry inside out.

I work across multiple practices - will this complicate my loan application?

Not with the right lender. Many successful dentists work as associates at 2-3 practices or combine associate work with their own practice. We specialise in presenting multi-income dental applications clearly, using employment contracts and income history to demonstrate stability across your various roles.

How do you assess loan applications for dentists with HECS-HELP debt?

We work with lenders who specifically understand dental education debt. Unlike general lenders who may see your $150,000 HECS debt as a liability, our partner lenders recognise this as professional investment debt with government-backed repayment terms. We know which lenders exclude HECS from debt-service calculations or apply more favourable assessment rates.

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