Home Equity Release Loan
A loan that lets you release equity you have built up in your home for the things that matter—renovations, travel, day-to-day living, healthcare, helping family, and more—all while staying in the home and community you love.



Home Equity Release Loan
A loan that lets you release equity you have built up in your home for the things that matter—renovations, travel, day-to-day living, healthcare, helping family, and more—all while staying in the home and community you love.



Loan features and benefits at a glance
Simple eligibility criteria
- No proof of income required — making it easier to get a home equity release loan
- Your loan is evaluated based on assets and credit history — not income or job status
- Get up to $3 million+ in cash — the amount you can access is based on your age and property value, and is regulated by the government
Quick, flexible access to funds
- Get immediate access to funds — allowing for quicker financial planning and relief
- Access your money, your way — choose from an upfront lump sum, monthly payments or a line of credit, giving you flexibility to access the funds when you need them
Low fees & competitive interest rate
- Avoid ongoing monthly fees or interest repayments — significantly improving your monthly cash flow
- A competitive interest rate — vs other funding options like credit cards or personal loans
- A one off loan establishment fee ($995**) — covers settlement of the loan and a standard valuation. If an in person valuation is required additional costs may apply
- We review our fees & charges each year — ensuring they remain competitive and reflect current market conditions
Stay in the home & community you love
- No need to move — you're not forced to sell until you are ready and there are no downsizing or moving costs
- Lifetime occupancy guarantee — if you live in the property and continue to meet your loan obligations, you can stay in your home as long as you wish
- No negative equity guarantee — ensuring you will never owe more than the market value of your property, providing peace of mind for you and your family
Applying is quick & easy
- The application takes < 30 mins — our online application is fast, easy and secure
Flexible repayment options
- Simply repay the loan when it suits you best — you can make voluntary repayments or pay off the loan at any time
- Enjoy peace of mind — with no ongoing monthly repayments required
What does it cost?

Competitive interest rate
Transparent fees
- There is a flat $995 loan establishment fee** — which includes a standard valuation and loan documentation costs
- If we require or you request an in person valuation — for instance if you believe your property value is higher than the automated valuation estimate and you want the maximum loan amount available, we will provide you with a quote in advance and will not proceed without your consent. In person valuation costs are required to be paid up front
- Government charges may also apply — these typically include a mortgage registration fee and a mortgage discharge fee (if we are discharging a current mortgage), or in person settlement fees if these apply. These will all be disclosed in your loan offer before you commit
- A discharge administration fee of $450 is payable on discharge of any security interest either during or at the conclusion of the loan — and any applicable government costs that apply to discharge the mortgage
Why choose Inviva for home equity release?
- Expertise & support — our team has years of experience and offers personalised support
- Transparent costs — no hidden fees, and you know all costs upfront
- Flexible options — choose how you access the funds - as a lump sum, regular income payment or a line of credit - and enjoy the flexibility to repay early with no early repayment fees
- Quick access — fast approval and disbursement mean you get funds when you need them

Common reasons homeowners use equity release
Some of the most common reasons people consider an Inviva equity release loan include:
Upgrading your home for ageing in place
Funding healthcare or aged care needs
Helping family members financially
Supplementing your retirement income
Consolidating existing debts
However, remember that unless you choose to make interest repayments, your loan balance will grow over time and your remaining equity may reduce. Moreover, property values change and the effect on any future inheritance should also be considered. Please consult a licensed financial advisor to understand how this option fits your personal circumstances.
Try our free online calculator
Try our free online calculator to get an immediate property estimate and see how much you can borrow
Investment Property Equity Release Loan
A reverse mortgage designed for investment or rental properties, giving you access to equity without needing to sell or disrupt your rental income
Want to learn more?
Try our live chat service, email us at info@inviva.com.au or call 1300 222 223 to get personalised advice from our experts who will be delighted to answer any questions you may have.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Inviva's home equity release loans are reverse mortgages that allows you to free up part of the value of your property without having to sell the property until you're ready. With an Inviva loan, you aren’t required to make any repayments of principal or interest until the end of the loan. Instead, interest capitalises so the loan balance increases over time, unless you choose to make voluntary repayments.
Inviva's Home Equity Release Loan is an evergreen mortgage which means it typically does not have a fixed loan term. The loan balance is generally repayable in full when the last remaining borrower permanently leaves the property, or the property is sold. If the security property is your residential home, then you’re required to occupy the property.
Inviva's Investment Property Equity Release Loan generally includes a term and does not include this occupancy condition.
All of Inviva's home equity release loans have flexible drawdown options: you can access the loan funds as an initial lump sum, a regular monthly income payment, a line of credit, or a combination of these options. You will only be charged interest on the amounts that you draw down.
With an Inviva loan, you’ll have the option to make repayments at any time. If you do make repayments, then you’ll generally be able to re-drawdown those funds again at a later stage, should you choose to.
You can use the loan for a variety of purposes - to fund the trip of a lifetime, buy a new car, renovate your home, supplement your retirement income, consolidate debt, help your kids or grandkids, and more.
Inviva offers loans from $50,000 up to $3,000,000 (more by consultation) for borrowers aged 55 years or over.
The maximum Loan-To-Value Ratio (LVR) depends on your age and the value of your property. A 55-year-old can generally borrow up to a maximum LVR of 15% (i.e., up to 15% of their property’s value). The maximum LVR then increases by 1% for each additional year of age. For example, a 73-year-old may be able to borrow up to a maximum of 33% of their property’s value.
As part of the application process, we’ll discuss with you if there are other circumstances that may impact the amount you can borrow or any other conditions.
You can use Inviva's home equity release loans for a variety of purposes, giving you with the flexibility you need to meet your goals. This could include funding the trip of a lifetime, buying a new car, renovating your home, supplementing your retirement income, consolidating debt, helping your kids or grandkids, and more.
You can choose to access the funds as:
- an upfront lump sum if you want the money now
- a line of credit if you want access to cash as and when you need it
- a regular income payment option if you are looking to boost your retirement cashflow, or
- a combination of any of the above options so you can live your retirement your way.
Inviva requires that you obtain independent legal advice before entering a loan contract, to ensure that you understand the contract, and your rights and obligations associated with it. It is your responsibility to pay for this legal advice.
We encourage all customers to obtain financial advice. In some circumstances, at our discretion, we may require that you do so.
A Home Equity Release Loan is secured against your own home (the place you live in). It provides the opportunity for you to stay in your home as long as you need as it offers a Lifetime Occupancy Guarantee. This means we promise that, provided you are not in breach of your obligations to us, and the property is the home you live in, you and your co-borrower(s) cannot be removed from the property by us, and we will never force you to sell the property while you reside in it.
An Investment Property Equity Release Loan is secured against a rental or investment property. Unlike the Home Equity Release Loan, it has a fixed loan term, and the balance is usually repaid at the end of that period. With an Investment Property Equity Release Loan, you continue to own the property, earn any rental income, and benefit from any capital growth while accessing some of its value.
Our current interest rate is 8.95% (comparison rate 8.98%*).
Inviva's Home Equity Release Loan and Investment Property Equity Release Loan have an upfront loan establishment fee of $995** to arrange settlement of the loan and include an online valuation and documentation. If a full in person valuation is requested by you or required by us, this will be passed on at cost. As part of the application process, we will let you know in advance if a full in person valuation is needed, and you may be required to pay for this separately in advance. The loan establishment fee is deducted from the loan amount at settlement along with any government charges that apply.
There is no ongoing monthly fee, however there is a discharge administration fee of $450 payable on discharge of any security interest either during or at the conclusion of the loan.
* Comparison rates are based on a secured loan of $150,000 over a 25-year term.
WARNING: comparison rates are true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
**Higher establishments fees may apply for more complex loans. We will get in touch with you with a quote if applicable.
A home equity release mortgage allows you to access part of the value built up in your property while continuing to live in your home. Like any financial product, it’s important to understand how the loan works and whether it suits your circumstances.
With an Inviva home equity release loan, your property remains yours, and you can continue living in it as long as you meet the loan terms. Many borrowers choose home equity release because it provides access to funds without requiring them to sell or move out of the home they love.
There are also protections designed to provide additional peace of mind. For example, a no negative equity guarantee ensures that the amount owed on the loan will never exceed the market value of the property when it is eventually sold.
Before choosing an equity release mortgage, it is important to review the loan details carefully and consider how accessing equity release on a house may affect your future finances or the equity remaining in your property. The Inviva team can help explain how a home equity release loan works so you can make an informed decision.
Inviva’s equity release loan is designed for Australian homeowners aged 55 and over who have built up equity in their property.
Eligibility for a home equity release loan is typically assessed based on several factors, including:
Your age
The value of your property
The amount of equity available in your home
Your credit history and overall financial position
Unlike many traditional lending products, an Inviva equity release loan does not usually require proof of employment income. Instead, eligibility focuses on the value of your property and the amount of home equity release available.
Our team can guide you through the application process and explain whether an equity release mortgage may suit your situation.
The amount you may be able to access through a home equity release loan depends on several factors, including your age, the value of your property and the amount of equity available in your home.
With an Inviva equity release loan, older borrowers are generally able to access a larger percentage of their property’s value because the loan structure is designed for homeowners later in life. The type, location and condition of your property can also influence how much home equity release may be available.
The easiest way to estimate how much you may be able to access is by using Inviva’s online calculator. By entering your address and a few simple details, you can get a quick indication of the potential funds available through an Inviva home equity release loan.