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Separation Home Loans

Home loans after separation, anywhere in Australia

Separation brings a lot of decisions, and the house is often the biggest one. Whether you want to keep the family home, buy out your former partner, or start fresh somewhere new, we'll help you understand your options before you commit to anything.

Your options for the family home

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Keeping the family home

We assess whether you can refinance the loan into your sole name on your income.

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Buying out your former partner

We work out how much you can borrow to pay out their share of the equity.

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Buying again on your own

We find lenders suited to single-income buyers.

A formal agreement and your income on its own

Most lenders want to see your separation formalised, typically through a financial agreement or consent orders, before they approve a buyout. They'll also assess your income on its own, including child support or spousal maintenance where it's documented. Every lender treats these differently, which is where a broker makes the biggest difference.

Before your property settlement is finalised

The best time to speak with a broker is before your property settlement is finalised. Knowing what you can borrow helps you and your lawyer negotiate a realistic outcome.

Common questions after separation

Can I keep the house on one income?

Possibly. It depends on your income, your expenses, the loan size and your equity share. We can give you an indication in one conversation.

Does child support count as income?

Many lenders accept it with a formal agreement or a payment history, though policies vary.

Do I need my ex-partner's permission to talk to you?

No. A conversation with us is confidential.

Should I speak to a lawyer too?

Yes. We handle the lending side, and a family lawyer handles your settlement. We often work alongside both.

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This information is general in nature and doesn't consider your personal circumstances. True North Mortgage Brokers Pty Ltd is a Corporate Credit Representative (578657) of Freedom Aggregation, ACL 384404.