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Home loan cash back: a guide for home buyers & refinancers
Beware the free money
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Home loan cashback is a cash payment, typically 0.6% to 1% of your loan, offered by banks to attract new buyers and refinancers. This incentive provides immediate funds but includes a crucial "clawback period" of 3-4 years.
If you sell, refinance, or repay the loan within this period, you must repay a portion of the cash. To compare offers, calculate your total loan cost over the clawback period and subtract the cashback amount before deciding.
How much is home loan cashback?
Examples of cash back amounts (0.8% cashback)
(This is just an example - actualy cashback ammounts may vary)
What can I do with the cash?
Who’s eligible for a home loan cash contribution?
Cashback can make a big difference.
Beware the claw back period
How to compare loans with mortgage cashbacks
Can I get a mortgage cashback if I already have a mortgage?
Have you refinanced to get cashback lately?
Are mortgage cashbacks worth it?
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