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Buy now, sell later. Starting fresh. Using your home to do more. Whatever comes next, we’ll help you move forward with confidence.

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Life doesn’t wait around, and neither should your finance. Apply today, get an answer as soon as tomorrow.

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Our team is here to make things easy. Talk to real people who care, and who know how to keep things moving.

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We help Australians upsize, downsize, renovate and start their next chapter. Whatever the step, we can help you get there.

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Every transaction, document and piece of data is secured with industry leading protection.

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Lightning-fast approvals

Life doesn’t wait around, and neither should your finance. Apply today, get an answer as soon as tomorrow.

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Our team is here to make things easy. Talk to real people who care, and who know how to keep things moving.

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Trusted by homeowners

We help Australians upsize, downsize, renovate and start their next chapter. Whatever the step, we can help you get there.

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Short Term Home Equity Loan

A Complete Guide To Short Term Home Equity Loan

Looking for a short term home equity loan?

Many Australians, when in need of financial assistance, turn to their properties as a valuable asset. However, finding a short term home equity loan offer that caters to their needs, lifestyle, and purpose can be a daunting task.

At Bridgit, we’re here to give Australian homeowners a suitable finance option. Read along as we answer your questions and learn more about equity loans.

What is a short term home equity loan?

A short term home equity loan is a kind of property loan where you can borrow money against your equity value. In equity financing, this pertains to the difference between your property’s market value and the mortgage you owe.

These short term home loans present a concise, flexible option for homeowners in need of a fast cash loan or quick loan for purposes such as investments, bill payments, home renovation, debt consolidation, and even securing a new home.

How does a short term home equity loan differ from a traditional mortgage?

Both traditional mortgages and short term home equity loans use home equity, but they serve different purposes and have different structures. Traditional mortgages, a form of long-term property loan, usually extend from fifteen to thirty years and are primarily used for purchasing property.

In contrast, a short term home equity loan, often spanning from three to twelve months, can address immediate and diverse financial needs aside from improving on buying a home. It’s a loan you could get after you’ve been paying your mortgage for a while and you need financing. Generally, a short term home loan lender also requires less paperwork than traditional mortgages.

Can I use a short term home equity loan for any purpose?

You may use a short term home equity loan for a range of purposes. There are several types of short term property funding, each tailored to meet specific financial needs.

For example, caveat loans, one form of short term loan, allow homeowners to borrow against the equity in their current property. This type of loan is secured using a caveat against the property title, meaning the property can’t be sold while the loan is in effect. They are typically used for urgent financial needs, like covering unexpected personal or business expenses.

Another type is equity release loans. This type of loan enables homeowners to access their property’s equity without the need to relocate. With no regular repayments, the loan and accrued interest are settled when the property is sold.

Finally, bridge loans are a kind of short term property loan that can be used by homeowners transitioning between selling their current home and purchasing a new one. This type of loan is particularly beneficial when you find your ideal property but haven’t yet sold your current home, especially when it’s the primary funding source for that new purchase.

For expanding families needing more space, a bridging loan ensures that the search for a larger home isn’t constrained by the sale timeline of their current house. This financial cushion reduces the risk of having to settle for less-than-ideal living arrangements or being forced into hasty decisions.

Similarly, for retirees looking to downsize, bridging loans can ease the transition. They eliminate the stress of synchronising the sale of their current larger home with the purchase of a smaller, more manageable property.

So, if your specific purpose for securing short term property loans is to access the financing you need to buy your new home before selling your existing home, then it’s time that you learn how we at Bridgit can help.

Getting a bridge loan from Bridgit

When a Bridging Loan fits your move

When a Bridging Loan fits your move

No monthly repayments
Set-up fee from 0.60%
Min $300k, max $10M
Up to 24-month loan terms
Owner-occupied or investment
Up to 85% LVR

You want to buy first, sell later

Take the pressure off selling. Secure your next home without the wait

You need fast, flexible funding

Access approvals in as little as 24 hours, so you can keep things moving

Your equity is tied up in your home

Free up funds from your current home to support your next step

Your situation is temporary

Cover the gap with a short-term loan built for the in-between

How it works

Apply instantly

Submit your application, we'll assess within 24 hours

Buy now

Move forward knowing your finance is sorted

Sell later

When your old home sells, you settle the loan

What’s next for you?

Every journey is different. Choose your path and we’ll help you take it.

Your bridging experts

When we started, no one specialised in bridging loans – so we changed that. We knew that bridging loans opened up possibilities for homeowners to turn built-up equity into progress, all on their own terms. Today, we help Australians unlock wealth with flexible finance that makes that progress possible, sooner.

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Tech first. People first.

Everything we do is to help you make progress in your life. That’s why we’ve designed industry-leading technology. Our platform is purpose-built for speed and simplicity. Applications are digital and clear. Approvals come in hours, not weeks.

When tech works like it should, our bridging experts can focus on what really matters, helping you move forward.

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Life moves.
Here’s how we can help

Bridgit helps homeowners move forward with confidence.

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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.