Why Long-Term Bank Loyalty Rarely Delivers the Best Home Loan

Many property owners assume that staying loyal to their existing bank will automatically get them better home loan deals — but that’s not usually the case. The truth is, when it comes to home loans, long-term loyalty doesn’t always pay off. Banks are businesses that focus on growth and attracting new customers. While your loyalty may feel valued, your mortgage could actually be costing you more than it should.

Banks are incentivised to attract new borrowers. That’s why:

• New customers often get lower advertised rates.

• Special promotions, discounts, or cashbacks are typically reserved for new clients.

• Existing clients rarely receive the same attention or rate adjustments unless they actively request them.

Even with pricing approvals or loyalty discounts, many customers find their rates are still higher than what new borrowers can access.

Sometimes staying with your bank is the best option — but only after you’ve reviewed your home loan and confirmed it’s competitive.

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