Who this guide is for
- Tradies, contractors and consultants who recently went out on their own
- Sole traders with under 24 months of ABN trading history
- Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani and migrant business owners new to ABN structure
- Borrowers previously declined by major banks for being too new to self-employment
The real challenge
The big four banks almost universally require 2 full years of ABN trading and 2 years of tax returns before they will look at a self-employed application. That rule shuts out tens of thousands of capable Sydney earners every year.
Even worse — many borrowers don't know specialist lenders exist, so they wait two years and lose the property they want, or they take a guarantor loan they didn't actually need.
How Mortgagefy helps
Mortgagefy works with specialist and non-bank lenders who assess ABN borrowers from 6 months trading. Some accept BAS statements, some accept business bank statements, some accept an accountant's letter — we know which lender wants what.
We model the real cost — interest rate, deposit, LMI position — so you can decide whether to apply now or wait. No obligation, no credit pull until you're ready.
How it works — 4 simple steps
ABN history check
We confirm your ABN start date, business structure and trading documents. 15-minute call.
Lender match
We identify the 2-3 specialist lenders most likely to approve your specific situation.
Document prep
BAS, bank statements, accountant letter — we tell you exactly what's needed and review before submission.
Settlement
Application, valuation and settlement coordinated with your conveyancer. Most under-2-year ABN deals settle in 4-8 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Can I really get a home loan with an ABN under 2 years old?
Do I need 2 full years of tax returns?
Will I pay a higher rate as a new ABN borrower?
How much deposit do I need?
Will applying damage my credit score?
Talk to a specialist who actually works with under-2-year ABNs
Free 20-minute consultation. We'll tell you honestly whether to apply now or wait — no pressure either way.
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