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When Does Refinancing Make Financial Sense

Written by Rate Money Team | 26 October 2026

For many self-employed borrowers in Narre Warren, refinancing a property loan can be a way to improve cash flow, consolidate debts, access equity or review whether their current loan still aligns with their goals.

One of the most common questions Kushwinder Singh, Branch Principal of Rate Money Narre Warren, receives is:

"How do I know if refinancing is worth it?"

The answer depends on your individual circumstances, but refinancing is often worth exploring if you've built equity, your financial situation has changed, or you're looking to simplify your finances.

Common Reasons Borrowers Refinance

Borrowers typically refinance to:

  • Consolidate debts into a single repayment
  • Access equity in their property
  • Improve cash flow
  • Review loan features
  • Better align their lending with current financial goals

However, for some borrowers, particularly business owners and self-employed, traditional servicing requirements can sometimes become a hurdle.

What If Servicing Is Holding You Back?

Many borrowers have built substantial equity and maintained their repayments yet still find it difficult to meet today's lending assessments.

This is especially common for:

  • Self-employed borrowers
  • Company directors
  • Business owners
  • Borrowers with complex income structures

The good news is that alternative lending solutions may be available.

Refinancing Solutions for Self-Employed Borrowers

For eligible borrowers, For eligible self-employed borrowers, Rate Money offers refinancing solutions in situations where traditional refinance options have fallen short.

Key features include:

  • Available for individual and company borrowers
  • Up to 80% LVR
  • Loan amounts up to $2.5 million
  • 12 months of clear repayment history required on the loan being refinanced
  •  The new loan must not increase the borrower's repayment burden or overall credit risk.

For borrowers who have built equity and maintained their repayments, solutions like this may help overcome servicing barriers that can arise with traditional lending assessments.

Why Seeking A Second Opinion Matters

A common misconception is that if one lender says no, refinancing isn't possible.

Lending policies vary significantly, and different lenders assess borrowers differently.

It's important to understand all available options before making a decision.

How Rate Money Narre Warren Can Help

Led by Kushwinder Singh, Rate Money Narre Warren works with homeowners, investors, business owners and self-employed borrowers to navigate a range of lending scenarios.

If you've been told refinancing isn't an option due to servicing constraints, speak with the team to explore what alternatives may be available.

Disclaimer: Eligibility criteria, terms and conditions apply. Approval is subject to lender assessment and individual circumstances.