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From what is, to what’s next

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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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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Real people, real service

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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Bank-grade security

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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Real people, real service

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 Property Loans in Australia

A Handy Guide to Short Term Property Loans in Australia

Looking for short term property loans in Australia? Before making a big commitment to any kind of quick property financing, it’s important to understand the pros and cons so you can make an informed decision.

This guide to short term property funding will give you an overview of short term loans involving property. For those who are looking to fund their next dream home but are struggling to transition from their current one, our bridging loans here could be a potential option.

Discovering short term property loans

What short term property loans are

Short term property loans in Australia are created to meet temporary or immediate financing needs. Compared to traditional home loans, which can last up to thirty years, the typical period of short-term real estate loans is around six months to twenty-four months.

Such short term home loans can also have various purposes, like facilitating quick transactions, particularly if a property is in high demand and a buyer wants to secure their investment. There are various types of loans for Australian properties available, depending on the lender.

Why you may need a short term property loan

There are various reasons you may be assessing your options for short term property loans in Australia. It’s possible that a property has been in your family for many years now, and you’re ready to consider a short term mortgage in order to downsize. If you live by yourself or are a recent empty-nester, you may find yourself in this situation.

However, you may not have the liquidity required to purchase a new home as you’re still looking for a buyer for your current home, leading you to search for fast property funding or fast bridging loans.

Perhaps you’re in another scenario, in which your family is growing bigger and you are considering a larger property. You may be searching for short term property loans in Australia with flexible terms so you can upsize and give your family more room, or perhaps you want to avoid having to sell first and find temporary living for your family.

Usually, individuals try to sell their existing property to secure funds for their next home. However, timelines don’t always line up – it may take too long for your property to be taken off the market, and in the meantime, your dream home may be snapped up by another buyer.

This is where we at Bridgit may be able to help.

Bridging the gap with Bridgit

Making your dream home your next home

Our goal at Bridgit is to give people the opportunity to own their next home on their terms via bridging financing Australia-wide. A bridging loan is one example of short term property loans in Australia that allows homeowners to secure their next property even before their existing home has sold.

Homeowners can tap into their property’s existing equity value as a potential way to fund their next home. Bridgit lets you focus on finding the perfect home first.

How it works

Looking to apply for short term property loans in Australia? Should your Bridgit application be approved, we’ll provide the funds to buy your desired property. In addition, we would pay off your existing mortgage, so you don’t have to worry about managing two mortgages and repayments.

This could be an alternative to reverse mortgage, as you can pay off your bridging loan with us once you have sold your existing home.

For those who are downsizing, you won’t be left with a balance after the sale of your home, so we can release security for all your properties immediately. If you’re upsizing, there could be a remaining balance on the loan after the sale – individuals can then refinance this amount over to a traditional lender.

Disclaimer: Unless otherwise specified, the opinions expressed in this article are strictly for general informational purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice or recommendations. Any views are subject to change without notice at any time.

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.