Our Interest Rates & FeesOur Interest Rates & Fees
Our loans are designed to be fast, fair, and, above all, affordable! Our loans are designed to be fast, fair, and, above all, affordable!
See this page for details on the costs associated with our loans.See this page for details on the costs associated with our loans.
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With no impact on your credit score!
Check If You Qualify with no impact on your credit score!
*Subject to lending criteria, T's and C's'
*Subject to lending criteria, T's and C's'
About Jacaranda
Every year, the banks fail millions of Aussies who need to borrow money. This is often purely because they don't have a high credit score, even if they've been good with money lately.
We think that's unfair, as your credit score doesn't define you. So, when that happens to you, come and talk to us.
We're an Australian-owned, operated, fully online digital lender providing fast and flexible loans.
Our Mission? To be a credible backup plan for everyday Australians if their initial choice for a loan is declined.
Click here to learn more about what makes Jacaranda great!
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Rates, Fees & Loan Details
See the table below for a quick guide to our charges. You can also see more information, such as the available loan terms, repayment options, whether we offer secured or unsecured loans and more.
For detailed information about who our products are designed for, please review our Target Market Determinations.
What Will My Loan Cost?
The interest rate, fees, and applicable charges will depend on your individual circumstances and the information verified during the loan application assessment. It will also depend on our assessment criteria and the loan product, loan amount, and loan term for which you qualify.
For a guide on how much your Jacaranda Car or Personal Loan might cost, you can try our easy-to-use four-step loan repayment calculator to estimate your repayments before you apply.
It's important to review your budget and be confident that you can comfortably meet your repayments.
Ready to Apply? You can get started now.
Including Interest & Fees
What does each of these fees mean?
Understanding how each of the key loan terms, rates, and fees work and what they are can go a long way in helping you make an informed choice.
Click below to see a breakdown of the costs associated with each of our loans.
You can also read our article, a comprehensive guide to personal loan fees, to learn more about these common loan costs.
The interest rate associated with your loan will vary based on several factors, such as your financial position, the loan product you choose, and more.
The comparison rate includes the interest rate, fees, and charges relating to a loan and depends on your financial position, how much you borrow and the term of your loan.
The comparison rate allows you to easily compare different loan offers from various lenders to determine which option could be the most cost-effective.
See our article on interest rates vs comparison rates to learn more about the differences between the two.
The establishment fee is charged for assessing, documenting and processing your loan. This fee is usually retained by the lender at the start of the loan.
The monthly service fee is the cost charged for the loan administration. With Jacaranda Finance, the monthly fee is flat and will be debited monthly in advance on the first day of the loan term and each month after that.
You can choose to make extra payments into your loan, either as a regular payment or a one-off lump sum. This can often reduce your overall loan balance. To make extra repayments on your Jacaranda loan, log into the Better Credit mobile app or customer portal and choose from a range of options such as debit card payment, bank transfer or direct debit.
Jacaranda Finance does not charge any fees for making extra repayments to your loan or paying it off early. If you want to pay a little more into what you owe and get ahead of your loan balance, it's free to do so with us!
The risk fee is a one-off, non-refundable fee that covers the level of risk associated with advancing a loan. We retain this fee at the start of the loan (if you are charged one).
A missed payment fee is associated with each missed payment. This fee is added to the account due to the additional administration required. The missed payment fee is due and payable within the next repayment cycle.
If you're concerned you'll miss a repayment before the next due date, please contact our customer service team as soon as possible. We will help you with a number of options to keep your loan on track, which can help avoid additional fees and charges.
We Make Applying Easy
If you're ready to apply, our loan application process has been perfected over time to be as simple and quick as possible. You can:
- Apply in just 5-12 minutes1
- Receive a same-day outcome2 on your application
- Get your money within 60 seconds3 if approved
Check if you qualify for one of our Personal Loans today!
Jacaranda FAQs
Here are the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions regarding our loans.
For detailed information about who our products are designed for, please review our Target Market Determinations.
Use our loan repayment estimate calculator to get a guide on what your repayments could be. To get an idea of what rates, fees and charges are associated with our loan products, visit our rates and fees page.- Be at least 19 years of age.
- Be employed on a permanent or casual basis.
- Have a consistent income going into your own bank account for the last 90 days.
- Be in control of your finances and be handling existing financial commitments comfortably.
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident with a fixed address.
- Have an active email address, phone number, and online banking account in your name that belongs to you.
If you are unsure whether you're eligible, you can check if you qualify initially. This will not impact your credit score.
We accept a wider range of credit history than a bank or a prime lender, but we do not recommend submitting an application if:
- You are currently or recently bankrupt (you must be three years discharged and in control of your finances)
- You are not comfortably repaying your existing financial obligations
You can view your repayments from either the Better Credit app or online portal and contact our friendly customer service team to request any changes that you need.
Download the app on the Google or Apple store today.
Read more: Personal Loan Repayments 101.We only accept loan applications online via our online application form on our website or the Better Credit app. We're 100% online, so there are no other ways to submit an application.
If you're considering applying for a loan with Jacaranda, you can first check if you qualify in a way that does not affect your credit score.