Illustrative example for educational purposes — not an actual client, and not a guarantee of similar outcomes.
The Downsizer
Using equity as a bridge before an eventual sale or downsize.
Imagine a homeowner whose family home now feels larger than they need. They're planning to downsize in the next year or two, but the timing isn't quite right yet — perhaps they want to do a few things first, or wait for the right property to come up.
In the meantime, a homeowner might review their current loan to make sure they're not overpaying while they wait, or explore a flexible option that suits a shorter remaining horizon rather than resetting to a fresh long term.
Because a sale may be on the horizon, the focus here is usually on flexibility and avoiding unnecessary long-term commitments or costs. Any decision would be weighed against the likely timing of a sale.
Typical figures (ranges only)
- Typical planning horizon
- 6 months – 2 years
- Typical current LVR range
- 20% – 50%
- Focus
- Flexibility over long-term lock-in
Figures are broad, illustrative ranges only — not a quote, forecast, or guarantee of a similar outcome.
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