Our team of bridging specialists are here to help
Bridgit Blueprint: Funding cosmetic renovations with bridging finance
How bridging can help your clients fund cosmetic renovations
Welcome to the Bridgit Blueprint, your monthly dose of practical tools to help you tap into the power of bridging finance as a broker.
This month, Nikki Pelizzoni, National Sales Manager at Bridgit explores a powerful use case for bridging finance: releasing funds for cosmetic improvements. Whether your clients are buying a home that needs some TLC or want to add value through renovations prior to sale, discover how bridging can fund strategic cosmetic improvements.
Funding improvements with bridging finance
Sometimes, all it takes is a fresh lick of paint to get a property looking its best.
If your clients are preparing their property for sale, they want to do everything they can to maximise their return. With a few tweaks and cosmetic improvements, it’s possible to boost its appeal to potential buyers.
But did you know that bridging finance can be used to fund these small, non-structural improvements?
With Bridgit, clients can tap into their home’s equity to spruce up their property.
Here’s how it works:
- Funds can be released for reasonable, cosmetic renovations that are non-structure in nature
- The 12-month loan terms include six months to renovate and a further six months to sell the home
- Best of all, they won’t need to make any repayments during this period—giving clients the freedom to focus on maximizing the property’s value without added financial pressure.
Remember - clients need to have their future living arrangements post-sale sorted, ensuring this is declared and verified at the time of application
How bridging helps homeowners add value with cosmetic renovations
Bring your clients on the journey by explaining how bridging finance can benefit them:
- Maximise your home’s return on investment: Gain access to the funds you need to increase your home’s value prior to sale.
- Put your best foot forward: Plus, these funds can be used to style and stage your home when you’re putting it on the market, helping to make a positive first impression on potential buyers.
- Focus on preparing your home for sale: No monthly requirements are required during the loan term, easing financial strain during the selling process.
With Bridgit, you can support your clients at a moment’s notice, too. Apply online in minutes and secure approval in 24 hours to get your clients moving sooner.
Want to learn more?
Schedule a call with our team to learn more about bridging finance today.
Latest Articles
Discover tips for financing your next home journey.
%202.webp)



How a single-security loan supported an off-the-plan on-sell
Navigating a property settlement can often present significant financial challenges, especially when your long-term goals shift during the process.
%202.webp)



Bridgit Blueprint: How bridging helps clients consolidate their finances
Bridging finance isn’t just about helping your clients buy now and sell later. In fact, bridging can be a handy solution for clients seeking solutions to consolidate their finances and regain control before selling their home.
%202.webp)



Bridging a Multi-Generational Upsize
Find out how our bridging solution helped three generations upsize together — without delays or restructuring.
Bridging Loans
Buy now, sell later. No more missing out or standing still. A whole lot more momentum. Keep life moving.
Calculator
Find out what’s possible - calculate your borrowing power today.

Unlock your financial potential
Progress starts with one conversation. Reach out to us today and discover how easy your next step can be.
Eligibility and approval is subject to standard credit assessment and not all amounts, term lengths or rates will be available to all applicants. Fees, terms and conditions apply.
1The Stay Rate will only apply if a repayment is made from the sale of Outgoing Properties (or another repayment method approved by us, at our discretion) and the repayment reduces the Amount You Owe to an amount that is equal to or less than your Residual Loan Balance.
^Comparison rate is calculated on a $150,000 secured loan over a 25-year term. For Upsizer loans, a Bridge Rate applies for the first 12 months, followed by a Stay Rate thereafter. For Downsizer loans, only the Bridge Rate applies. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the example provided and may not include all fees and charges. Different loan amounts, terms, or fee structures will result in different comparison rates. For interest-only periods, your loan balance does not reduce, meaning you may pay more interest over the life of the loan. Set-up fee from 0.60% and government charges apply.
.png)