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Document Checklist

Use this checklist to gather all the documents you'll need for your home loan application. Having everything ready speeds up the approval process.

Quick Tips

  • Provide clear, readable copies (not blurry photos)
  • Bank statements should show your name and account number
  • All pages of documents must be included
  • Recent documents (less than 30 days old) are preferred

Identity Documents

100 points of ID required

  • Current Australian Driver's Licence
  • Current Australian Passport
  • Medicare Card
  • Birth Certificate (Australian)
  • Citizenship Certificate (if applicable)

PAYG Employed

If you're employed full-time, part-time, or casual

  • 2 most recent payslips (showing YTD earnings)
  • PAYG Payment Summary or Tax Return (last 2 years)
  • Employment contract or letter confirming employment
  • Group Certificate / Income Statement

Self-Employed

If you own a business or are a sole trader

  • Last 2 years' personal Tax Returns
  • Last 2 years' business Tax Returns (if applicable)
  • Last 2 years' Notice of Assessment (ATO)
  • Business Activity Statements (last 4 quarters)
  • Accountant's letter confirming business income
  • ABN/ACN registration certificate

Assets & Savings

Evidence of your financial position

  • Bank statements (all accounts, last 3 months)
  • Term deposit statements
  • Share portfolio statements
  • Superannuation statements (latest)
  • Evidence of genuine savings (3+ months history)
  • Property valuations (if you own property)

Liabilities & Debts

Details of your current financial commitments

  • Credit card statements (last month, all cards)
  • Personal loan statements
  • Car loan / lease agreements
  • HECS/HELP debt balance (via myGov)
  • Buy Now Pay Later statements (Afterpay, Zip, etc.)
  • Child support / maintenance agreements

Property Purchase

If you're buying a specific property

  • Signed Contract of Sale
  • Property address and details
  • Real estate agent contact details
  • Solicitor/Conveyancer contact details
  • Building & pest inspection reports
  • Strata report (if applicable)

Refinancing

If you're refinancing an existing loan

  • Current home loan statement (last 6 months)
  • Current lender details and account number
  • Council rates notice
  • Home insurance certificate of currency
  • Recent property valuation (if available)

Additional Notes

  • Not all documents may be required - we'll confirm what's needed based on your situation
  • Joint applications require documents from all applicants
  • Some lenders may request additional documentation
  • We can help you obtain documents you're unsure about

Got your documents ready? Let's get started on your application.

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