Have a question in mind?

Our team of bridging specialists are here to help

All articles
Use Cases

Helping Sydney retirees unlock their home's equity to meet financial needs

How to help retirees tap into their home’s equity.

For many retirees, accessing the equity in their home can be a powerful way to meet financial needs. It can often be the key to unlocking much-needed funds for things like home improvements or other urgent needs.

However, without a steady income stream, securing a loan can be difficult. Many traditional lenders shy away from supporting those without an income - even if they are asset rich, and willing to release that equity.

Rather than putting roadblocks and red tape in the way, Bridgit’s flexible approach helps Australians to access their property equity for their next step without the need to have an income stream, perfect for retirees.

Here’s how our BDM, Nik Thurgood,  helped Andrew Dihm, Senior Credit Adviser at Flint Group secure a loan for his clients, a retired couple needing urgent access to cash.

The Scenario

Andrew’s clients had recently sold their home but were waiting on a delayed settlement. They needed funds to cover medical expenses and purchase a new car, but their existing lender wasn’t willing to help due to their lack of income. 

They turned to Andrew for a solution that could free up the necessary cash before settlement.

The Solution

Andrew partnered with Bridgit to secure a single-security bridging loan for his clients. This allowed them to refinance their existing mortgage and access their equity to release the necessary funds without having to wait for the sale of their home to be completed. 

With Bridgit’s help, they were able to meet their immediate financial needs.

The result: Happy clients

Thanks to the bridging loan, Andrew’s clients successfully released their equity, and had  peace of mind and financial security during a challenging time.

Andrew reflected on his experience working with Bridgit:

Andrew Dihm, Senior Credit Adviser, Flint Group

“Working with Bridgit was an effortless experience. Their unique solutions and outstanding support enabled my clients to access their Single Asset bridging loan, providing the necessary funds for medical expenses during a delayed property settlement. I highly recommend Bridgit for their flexible products and customised approach."

Do you have a client who might benefit from Bridgit’s single-security bridging loan

Schedule a call today and workshop a scenario with one of our specialists.

Latest Articles

Discover tips for financing your next home journey.

Loans

Timing is everything. Now you’ve got 24 months of it

In a fast-moving market, timing is the difference between seizing an opportunity and missing out on it. For many homeowners, the goal is simple: secure your next move while ensuring your current property is market-ready to achieve the best possible price.

Read more
Expert Insights

Behind the deal

Welcome to Behind the Deal. A new series where we hear from one of Bridgit’s experts on what’s happening in the industry to help you move faster. Meet Lucas Horne, our QLD State Manager. Read his observations and insights below.

Read more
News

Bridgit joins Specialist Finance Group lending panel, expanding access to its market-leading bridging solutions

Leading fintech Bridgit today announced it has joined the Specialist Finance Group (SFG) lending panel, expanding its bridging loan solutions across SFG’s national broker network.

Read more

Bridging Loans

Buy now, sell later. No more missing out or standing still. A whole lot more momentum. Keep life moving.

Learn more

Calculator

Find out what’s possible - calculate your borrowing power today.

Learn more
A 3D green padlock icon in an unlocked position.

Unlock your financial potential

Progress starts with one conversation. Reach out to us today and discover how easy your next step can be.

Our disclaimers

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.