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NSW Guarantor Loans 2026: Buy with No Deposit & No LMI

Complete guide to guarantor home loans in NSW. Learn how parents can help children buy their first home without gifting money.

Guarantor loans allow first home buyers in NSW to purchase property with no deposit and avoid Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI), potentially saving $20,000-40,000. Parents or family members use their property equity as security without needing to provide cash.

This guide explains how guarantor loans work, risks and benefits, and strategies for successfully using family guarantee to enter the property market.

Guarantor Loan Benefits

  • No Deposit Required: Buy with 0% deposit (or small deposit)
  • No LMI: Save $20,000-40,000 in insurance costs
  • Faster Purchase: Enter market years earlier than saving alone
  • Better Rates: Access to best interest rates (not low-deposit pricing)
  • No Cash Gift: Parents don't need to provide money

How It Works

Parents use equity in their home (typically 20% of child's purchase price) as additional security. Once child builds 20% equity through repayments and growth, guarantee is removed (typically 2-5 years).

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Guarantor Loan Example

Scenario: $750,000 Purchase

Purchase Price$750,000
Loan Amount (100% + costs)$780,000
Buyer's Deposit$0
Guarantor Security Required$150,000
Parents' Home Value$1,200,000
Parents' Loan Balance$200,000
Parents' Available Equity$800,000

Parents guarantee is limited to $150,000 (20% of purchase). Their exposure reduces as child builds equity.

Guarantor Loan Process

  1. Family Discussion: Ensure all parties understand commitment and risks
  2. Check Parents' Equity: Need sufficient unencumbered equity (typically 20% of purchase)
  3. Get Pre-Approval: Apply with guarantor; includes assessment of both parties
  4. Seek Legal Advice: Both parties should get independent legal advice
  5. Purchase Property: Guarantor signs mortgage documents at settlement
  6. Build Equity: Make extra repayments to reach 80% LVR faster
  7. Release Guarantee: Once 80% LVR reached, remove parents from loan

Guarantor loans provide a powerful way for NSW first home buyers to enter the market faster without needing a large deposit. With proper structure and clear communication, it's a low-risk way for parents to help children buy their first home.

Considering a guarantor loan? Book a consultation to discuss options and structure the loan correctly.