For interns · residents · registrars · junior doctors

100% LVR. No deposit barrier.

The first-home lending advantages most professionals will never qualify for — but you do. We work with the specialist medico lender panels that general brokers can't access.

Subject to lender criteria and credit assessment. Individual eligibility varies.

What most junior doctors don't realise

Saving a deposit on a registrar's salary takes 4–7 years. You don't have to wait.

Australian lenders treat junior doctors differently. Not because they're being generous — because the data tells them junior doctors have a predictable upward income trajectory and one of the lowest default rates of any borrower category over 30 years.

The difference, on a typical $900,000 first home

What 100% LVR with no LMI is actually worth.

Scenario
Standard buyer
(95% LVR)
Junior doctor
(100% LVR)
Deposit required
$45,000
$0 above genuine savings
LMI cost
$15,000–$25,000
Typically waived
Years to save deposit
3–5 years typical
Can buy now
Stamp duty (NSW $900k)
Paid from savings
Often financeable

Illustrative example. Actual figures vary by lender, state stamp duty rates, property value, and individual borrower circumstances. Subject to lender criteria and credit assessment.

Eligibility

Who qualifies

Doctor types
  • · Interns (PGY1) at any Australian hospital
  • · Residents (PGY2) and resident medical officers
  • · Registrars (training or non-training)
  • · Junior medical officers (JMOs)
  • · Recently fellowed specialists (within 1–2 years)
Requirements
  • · AHPRA registration current
  • · Proof of medical employment
  • · Genuine savings ($10,000–$20,000 typical)
  • · Acceptable credit history
  • · Property as owner-occupier (typically)
Typical process

From decision to keys — 8 to 14 weeks.

Week 0

Engage specialist broker

Initial conversation. Document collection (payslips, contract, AHPRA registration, identity).

Week 1–2

Pre-approval secured

You know your borrowing capacity and the lender to use. Start property hunting with confidence.

Week 2–8

House hunting

Inspections, comparable research, contract review (engage a solicitor early).

Offer accepted

Contract signed

Cooling-off period applies in most states (typically 5–10 business days).

Week +1

Valuation conducted

Lender orders independent property valuation. Final approval issued.

Week +3 to +6

Settlement

Final loan execution. Property transfer. You collect the keys.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions from junior doctors

Can I really borrow 100% with no deposit? +

Subject to lender criteria, yes — eligible junior doctors regularly secure 100% LVR loans with LMI waivers. Some lenders offer 105% LVR including stamp duty. Genuine savings of $10,000–$20,000 are typically still required as evidence of saving behaviour.

What if my contract is only for 12 months? +

Most medico-specialist lenders accept the public hospital training trajectory even though contracts are technically year-to-year. They lend against the predictable income trajectory, not just the current contract term.

Can I use a parental gift as deposit? +

Yes — if held in your account for 3+ months it typically counts as genuine savings. A direct gift at settlement may not qualify as genuine savings but can still be applied as supplementary funds.

What if I work locum or in non-training positions? +

Locum and non-training positions can qualify, but lender selection becomes more important. Specialist medico brokers know which lenders are flexible on employment type and which require continuous training program enrolment.

How is this different from a regular mortgage broker? +

General brokers are typically not accredited with the specialist medico lender panels that offer 100% LVR and LMI waivers. They'll quote standard policies and you'll pay LMI you didn't need to. Always ask any prospective broker which medico lenders they're accredited with.

What does the process cost me? +

Mortgage brokers are typically paid by the lender on settlement, not by you. Initial consultations and pre-approval are free. The lender pays an upfront commission and a smaller ongoing commission. We disclose all commissions before engagement.

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General Advice Warning. The information on this page is general information only and does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation, or needs. Lending outcomes, LVR eligibility, LMI waivers, and borrowing capacity are subject to lender criteria, credit assessment, and individual eligibility. Lender policies change. Examples and figures are illustrative only. Property values may rise or fall. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Before making any financial or property decision, seek personal advice from a qualified adviser.