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Your DeltaMap Score
One number that moves as you take action — tick off grants, savings habits and gap-closing steps and watch your score climb toward 100.
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Live Property Matching
Real listings from Domain filtered to what you can actually afford. No browsing properties you can't buy.
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Gap-Closing Actions
Daily personalised actions — from government grants to dinner deals — that accelerate your timeline.
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Borrowing Power
Accurate LVR calculations using current lender rates, LMI thresholds, and your actual income profile.
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Progress Tracker
Visual milestones from today to settlement day. Connect your bank via Open Banking for auto-tracking.
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Expert Connections
When you're ready, get matched to brokers, buyer's agents, and conveyancers — only when it makes sense for your stage.
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Tell us about you
Basic info to calculate your borrowing power. We don't store this anywhere.
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📐 Available Equity
Equity is the difference between your current property's value and what you still owe on it. Lenders typically allow you to access up to 80% of your property's value minus your remaining mortgage — this usable equity becomes your deposit for the next purchase.
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🏠 Existing Property — Rental Income
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Lender counts (70%)
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Lenders shade rental income to 70% to account for vacancy and costs. This assessed amount is added to your income for serviceability.
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Your finances
The more accurate you are, the better your DeltaMap.
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Include all available funds — cash savings, grants (e.g. FHOG), term deposits, shares or any other liquid assets you can access for the purchase.
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Include all regular outgoings — rent, mortgage repayments, groceries, utilities, transport, insurance, subscriptions etc.
Your credit score directly affects the loans you qualify for and the interest rate you're offered. A difference of 100 points can cost or save you tens of thousands over the life of a loan.
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Your credit score matters — a lot.
Lenders use it to decide whether to approve your loan and what rate to offer. Not knowing yours puts you at a real disadvantage. Get your free report in under 2 minutes — no impact on your score.
💡 Already checked it? Come back and select your range above — we'll factor it into your DeltaMap. In the meantime we'll use a Good estimate.
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Where do you want to buy?
We'll find real listings matched to your budget and target area.
We'll find properties across VIC that match your budget
Based on your borrowing power and target price, DeltaMap will surface the best-value suburbs and properties available — sorted by affordability and matched to your profile.
💡 You can always narrow down by suburb later on the Listings page once you see what's available.
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This is the purchase price — what you offer the seller. Stamp duty, LMI, and other fees are calculated separately on top of this amount.
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💡 Rental income can significantly increase your borrowing power. Lenders accept 70% of gross rent as assessable income to account for vacancy periods and ongoing costs.
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Your DeltaMap summary
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Step 1 — What you need on settlement day
Total upfront cash required
(based on $700,000 purchase price
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💡 This is the total cash you need ready on settlement day. It includes your deposit to the seller (10% of purchase price) plus stamp duty, LMI and conveyancing costs which are paid separately on top.
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Breakdown
Deposit (10% of purchase price)
Minimum required by most lenders
$150,000
Stamp duty
Government transfer tax
$82,500
Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI)
Applies when deposit < 20% — protects the lender
$16,500
Conveyancing + building inspection
Legal transfer + pre-purchase report
~$2,100
Total upfront cash needed
$251,100
Step 2 — What you currently have
Total available funds
$175,000
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Incl. rental income (assessed)
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Cash savings
$5,000
Usable equity
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Est. borrowing power EST
$1,570,000
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Progress toward upfront total70% there
Step 3 — Your gap to close
Cash still needed
$76,100
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saving $2,000/mo
⚠ Borrowing shortfall
Your income limits the bank loan — not just savings.
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Your target price may be out of reach at your current income level.
Even with the full upfront amount saved ($251,100 required to commence a loan application), the bank will only lend $0 — leaving a shortfall you would need to cover entirely in cash. At your current savings rate, this is not realistic.
Consider:
Lowering your target to around $600k — within borrowing reach
Adding a partner income in the Compare tab to see the difference
Reviewing Gap Actions for ways to boost income or borrowing power
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Check grants
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Gap actions
Close it faster
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Daily deals
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💰 Monthly savings
$2,000
Current rate
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📉 Interest rate
6.14%
CBA variable, today
🏦 LVR at purchase
92%
Above 80% = LMI applies
🏦Borrowing PowerEstimate Only
Your actual number could be higher — or lower.
DeltaMap's borrowing estimate uses the standard APRA 3% serviceability buffer and publicly available rates — a solid starting point. But every lender scores your application differently based on your exact tax situation, HEM benchmarks, credit card limits, and loan type. A broker compares 40+ lenders in one go and gives you a verified figure — usually in under 24 hours. It's free and doesn't affect your credit score.
Live data from Domain.com.au — DeltaMap is not affiliated with Domain. Listings subject to availability.
Gap Actions 💡
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Tax note: Actions below are grouped by type. Income-generating actions (such as interest earned on savings accounts or rental income) are assessable income under Australian tax law and must be declared in your tax return. They may also affect your eligibility for some government grants and concessions. Cost-reduction actions reduce your spending and are not taxable. Always consult a qualified accountant or financial advisor before acting.
✂️ Cost ReductionsNOT TAXABLE
These actions reduce what you spend. The money you keep is yours — no tax implications.
🏛️ Government Grants & SchemesGENERALLY NOT TAXABLE
First home buyer grants and government co-contribution schemes are generally not assessable income. Confirm with your accountant as rules can change.
💰 Income-Generating⚠ TAXABLE INCOME
These actions generate income that must be declared in your tax return. Interest earned on savings accounts, rental income, and investment returns are all assessable under Australian tax law. Factor in your marginal tax rate when estimating net benefit.
Grants & Schemes 🎁
Government support available to you
Your Roadmap 📈
Step-by-step from today to settlement
Scenario Compare 📉
Side-by-side comparison of your saved scenarios
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⚡ What-if mode — exploring changes
These are temporary. Save to keep them, or reset to restore originals.
Savings progress to deposit goal — month by month
Key figures at a glance
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Daily Deals 🏷️
Save money today, buy property sooner
Updated daily
Every dollar you save through these deals goes directly toward your deposit. We calculate the annual impact so you can see exactly how much each habit is worth.
Your annual deal savings
If you used all deals above
$4,380/yr
That's 1.8 months off your property timeline.
Calculator 🧮
Standalone tools — type any values to see results instantly
💡 How to use: Type into any field — results update instantly, no button needed. Borrowing Power — enter income, expenses and debt to see what a bank would lend you. What-If Slider — drag to see how saving extra per month shortens your timeline (uses your current DeltaMap figures). LMI Calculator — enter any purchase price and deposit to estimate your Lender's Mortgage Insurance cost.
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What-If Simulator
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LMI Calculator
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My Plan 📊
Your roadmap to property ownership
Money Hub 💡
Every dollar counts — tools and strategies to save more, find hidden money, and accelerate your property goal
⚖️ General information only — not financial advice. DeltaMap (ABN 89 225 131 894) may receive a referral commission when you click through to partner products. This does not affect our recommendations. Always consider your personal circumstances and consult a licensed financial adviser before acting.
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Found Money
Money that may already be yours — you just need to claim it. Zero risk, pure upside.
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Unclaimed Money — Search All Sources
FREE · No commission · Takes 5 minutes
There is over $2.6 billion in unclaimed money held across Australian federal and state government registers — from forgotten bank accounts, shares, life insurance, dividends and gaming winnings. Searching is completely free.
Unclaimed money is spread across multiple registers depending on its source. Search all three that apply to you — they are separate databases and a name on one won't appear on another.
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ASIC / MoneySmart — bank accounts, shares, life insurance policies. Search by name at MoneySmart (link below).
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VIC State Revenue Office — dividends, cheques, gaming winnings held in Victoria. Search at sro.vic.gov.au (link below).
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ATO via myGov — lost superannuation. Log in to myGov → ATO → Super → Manage → Transfer super.
4Search your full legal name, any previous names, and any previous addresses
5If found, lodge a claim online — note your OTN reference number
Super funds hold $10.4 billion in lost super, and the ATO holds a further $5.6 billion — accounts transferred when the fund couldn't contact the owner. The average lost account has around $4,200. Once found, it can be accessed via the FHSS scheme toward your deposit.
If you've ever changed jobs, moved address or changed your name, you may have super sitting in accounts you've forgotten. Searching is free and takes under 5 minutes via myGov.
1Log in to myGov and select Australian Taxation Office
2Select Super → you'll see all accounts the ATO has on record
3Check Lost Super and ATO-held Super tiles for unclaimed amounts
4Use Transfer Super to consolidate into your main fund
5Consider salary sacrificing into super — access up to $50k via FHSS for your deposit
⚠️ Before transferring, check whether your old account has insurance cover attached — consolidating may cancel it. Check with each fund first.
At $160,000 income, most Australians miss $2,000–$5,000 in legitimate deductions. Your tax return is a once-a-year opportunity to top up your deposit savings.
Common missed deductions for property-aspiring Australians: home office costs, work-related vehicle use, professional development, union fees, tools and equipment, and income protection insurance premiums. A good accountant typically finds more than their fee.
Used correctly, a credit card can save you thousands in mortgage interest. Used incorrectly, it destroys your borrowing power. Learn the difference.
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The Offset + Credit Card Strategy
⚡ HIGH IMPACT
This strategy could save you $8,400/year in mortgage interest. It costs nothing if done correctly — but requires discipline.
How it works:
Mortgage interest is calculated daily on your outstanding loan balance. An offset account reduces that balance — so every dollar sitting in your offset saves you daily interest.
The strategy: put your entire salary into your offset account on payday. Then use a 0% purchase credit card for all daily expenses (groceries, bills, petrol). Pay the card in full on the last day of the interest-free period (typically 55 days).
Result: your salary sits in the offset for up to 55 days before being used — reducing your loan balance and saving you interest every single day.
💰 Calculate your offset savings
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⚠️ Important: This strategy only works if you pay the credit card IN FULL every month. If you carry a balance, credit card interest (19–22% p.a.) will far exceed any offset savings. Only use this strategy if you have strong financial discipline.
DeltaMap may receive a commission if you apply via Finder. This does not affect the cards shown.
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Debt Strategy
Smart debt management directly increases your borrowing power and accelerates your timeline.
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Debt Recycling
TAX STRATEGY · Specialist required
At $160,000 income (37% tax bracket), debt recycling could save you $8,000–$15,000/year in tax while paying down your mortgage faster.
What is debt recycling? It converts your non-deductible home loan debt into tax-deductible investment debt. You use your home loan redraw to invest in income-producing assets (shares, ETFs). The investment loan interest becomes tax deductible — reducing your tax bill and freeing up more cash to pay down your mortgage faster.
Simple example:
→ $500k mortgage at 6% = $30k/yr interest (not deductible)
→ Redraw $50k, invest in ETFs
→ $3k investment loan interest = tax deductible
→ At 37% tax rate: saves ~$1,110/yr in tax
→ Scale up over time as you pay down the loan
⚠️ Debt recycling involves investment risk and complex tax rules. It is not suitable for everyone. Always get advice from a licensed financial adviser and accountant before proceeding.
Energy companies, telcos and credit card providers regularly accept settlements of 40–70 cents in the dollar for overdue debts — especially if you offer a lump sum. This also improves your credit file.
How to negotiate: Contact the hardship team (not standard customer service). Explain your situation. Offer a lump sum — start at 50 cents in the dollar. Get any agreement in writing before paying. Request confirmation the debt will be marked as "settled" on your credit file.
1Request your free credit report (CreditSavvy, GetCreditScore)
Australians overpay on energy, insurance and phone plans by thousands every year. 10 minutes of switching can save $1,000+.
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Energy — Switch & Save
Avg saving $800/yr
The average Australian household overpays $800–$1,200/year on electricity and gas by staying on a standing offer. Switching takes 5 minutes and savings start immediately.
Energy Made Easy is the Australian Government's free comparison service — it shows every available offer in your area with no hidden commissions or bias.
Most Australians pay $60–$100/month for a mobile plan. MVNOs (like Boost, Woolworths Mobile, Amaysim) offer identical coverage on Telstra/Optus networks for $20–$35/month.
Switching phone plans is one of the easiest savings with no switching cost. Compare using Finder's plan comparison.
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Insurance — Review Annually
Avg saving $600/yr
Home, car and health insurance premiums increase 5–15% annually if you stay loyal. Switching or threatening to switch typically saves $400–$800/year.
Call your insurer every year at renewal and ask for their best rate. If they won't budge, get a quote from a comparison site and either switch or use it as leverage.
Where you park your savings makes a real difference. Every basis point of interest earned is a dollar toward your deposit.
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High-Interest Savings Account
Up to 5.5% p.a.
On your current savings of $5,000, switching from a standard savings account (1% p.a.) to a high-interest account (5.5% p.a.) earns you an extra $225/yr in interest.
⚠️ Interest earned is assessable income — declare in your tax return.
ING Savings Maximiser, Macquarie, Ubank and Up Bank currently offer the highest rates. Most require a monthly deposit or minimum transactions to qualify for the bonus rate.
DeltaMap may receive a commission. This does not affect accounts shown.
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FHSS — First Home Super Saver
Up to $50,000 · Tax effective
Salary sacrificing into super then withdrawing via FHSS is taxed at 15% on the way in vs your marginal rate (up to 45%). At $160k income that's a 22% tax saving on every dollar contributed.
You can contribute up to $15,000/year (max $50,000 lifetime) via salary sacrifice. The ATO then releases these funds (plus earnings) for your first home deposit. Apply before signing a contract.
Based on your DeltaMap, you're building toward your goal. Connect with the right professionals when the time is right.
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Pre-purchase building and pest inspection — never skip this. Identifies structural issues, pest activity, and safety hazards before you're committed. Typically $400–$700.
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Here's your next 4 steps
Based on your DeltaMap, here's the exact sequence to get from where you are now to property ownership.
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Get a mortgage pre-approval
This tells you exactly what the bank will lend — and gives you credibility as a buyer when making offers. Takes 1–3 business days. Free — the broker is paid by the lender.
Engage a conveyancer now (before you find a property)
Having a conveyancer ready means you can move fast when you find the right property. Contract review typically needed within 3–5 business days of making an offer.
For properties you're serious about, a pre-purchase inspection ($400–$700) can save you from a six-figure mistake. Never waive this condition if you can help it.
First Home Owner Grants and stamp duty exemptions must typically be applied for before or at settlement. Check your eligibility in the Grants tab and apply early.
⚖️ General information only — not financial or legal advice. DeltaMap (ABN 89 225 131 894) may earn a referral commission from partners above. Always seek independent professional advice before proceeding with any property transaction.
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