Introductory Loan

Generally speaking, if interest rates are relatively low, but are about to increase, then it will be better to lock in your loan at that fixed rate.

Fixed

Pros

  • Increases in rates won’t affect you – reduces any stress you may have about this
  • Makes budgeting easier as repayments will always be the same
  • Could cost you less

Cons

  • If interest rates go down, you won’t get the benefits
  • There is less flexibility in changing your loan and can be expensive if you break the contract
  • Fewer features – typically borrowers aren’t able to redraw funds or link an offset account to their loan

Variable

Pros

  • Allows flexibility on repayments (wider range of repayment options)
  • Likely to pay less interest overall (indicated by several studies)
  • You benefit from drops in interest rates
  • Easier to refinance and switch to a different lender or home loan product

Cons

  • If rates rise, you will end up paying more
  • It is more difficult to budget as rates can change at any time. Meaning borrowers are required to have more flexibility

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