Jeremy Kruse Mortgage Broker in Richmond, Hawthorn, Camberwell, Kew, Balwyn & surrounds

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The team is committed to providing the very best in customer service for first home buyers through to experienced property investors, including commercial investors.

Their breadth of knowledge and skill in the banking and finance industry makes them well-suited to assist a wide range of clients.

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Services

With his wide-ranging financial expertise and results-focused approach, Jeremy specialises in tailored lending solutions aimed at strengthening your financial future. He can look after all your borrowing needs including home and investment loans, car finance, and commercial financing.

Home loans
Investment loans
Refinance loans
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Equity release
Car and asset finance
Business equipment finance
Commercial property finance

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Jeremy optimises your borrowing process by offering well-informed advice and high-level professional care right through to settlement and beyond. He is based in Melbourne’s east and offers a mobile service covering the Melbourne metropolitan area.

What is your borrowing power?

When you're ready to purchase your property, it's important to have a good understanding of how much you can borrow. We know that finding out how much you can borrow for a property can be a bit confusing, which is why we have some great resources at your disposal.

Feel free to check out our easy-to-use home loan calculators here or get in touch with us to discuss your unique situation.

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Find out for yourself why my customers are so happy. I'll make your next purchase an easy one.

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The right home loan for your needs

Our mission is to find the right home loan for your individual needs and to always have your best interests at heart. Plain and simple. Which is why we have such a wide range of lenders to choose from. We can search through hundreds of products to find something tailored to your situation. ~

Client reviews

Jeremy was a fantastic Mortgage Broker. He was extremely helpful, prompt and supportive throughout the entire process. My partner and I would recommend his services to anyone needing a Broker.

Sophie
11 June 2025

Jeremy was amazing to work with As a first time home buyer he was super helpful to guide me through the process and answer all my questions. Couldnt recommend him enough Thank you.

27 May 2025

Jeremy was absolutely fantastic to work with He guided us as first home buyers all the way through the mortgage process My wife and I couldnt be happier. We will be recommending Jeremy to everyone we know.

Daniel
09 May 2025

As a first home buyer, I had a lot of questions and wasnt very familiar with the mortgage process. Jeremy helped guide me through it with clear explanations and steady communication. He and Rolando were very responsive, which I really appreciatedespecially when things felt a bit overwhelming. Overall, it was a very good and smooth experience, and I cant recommend them enough.

C
02 May 2025

Highly recommended.

Ali
17 April 2025

My wife and I have used Jeremy a number of times now and he has been outstanding. His knowledge of the industry, how it works and what will work best for our individual circumstance is second to none. Add to that his response and action when thrown a late curve ball only a week before settlement further illustrated his skill in what he does. I would recommend Jeremy to anyone seeking assistance in the mortgageloan space.

Chris
25 February 2025

My partner and I were first home buyers and Jeremy was of great assistance. We had a lot of questions and he was very patient with us, clearly communicating along each step of the journey and made this part of the home buying process really simple. I would highly recommend Jeremys service to any FHB looking for a broker

Lachlan
05 December 2024

We have worked with Jeremy for a number of years and he's helped us secure finance for both a home purchase and renovation. He's a great communicator, very professional and has provided us with great support throughout the whole process. I couldn't recommend Jeremy highly enough

Bill
28 November 2024

Cannot recommend higher. Professional and quick, concise communicator with an obvious wealth of experience in the field. Would be silly not to seek Jeremy's services

Josh
23 October 2024

We have worked with Jeremy as a mortgage broker several times and couldn't be more satisfied with his service. His knowledge, experience and personable approach have been invaluable to us and the friends we have recommended him to are equally happy with their experiences.

Monique
10 October 2024

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Home Buyer Concession Scheme

From 1 July 2019, the FHOG ACT has been replaced with exemptions on stamp duty. The stamp duty exemption is applicable to all properties in ACT, including vacant residential land and both new and established homes at any price. As this is still to aid first home buyers, to be eligible at least one buyer must live in the home for at least 12 months, starting within 12 months of settlement or completion of construction.

To be eligible, first homeowners in the ACT must have a household income below $160,000. This number increases up to $176,650 depending on the number of children you may have.

Click here for more information on the ACT First home Owner Grant.

Stamp duty concessions in NSW

From 1 August 2020, the NSW government has announced that stamp duty will not be applicable to first home buyers for properties valued up to $800,000 and vacant land valued up to $400,000. This stamp duty exemption will be in place for 12 months to 31 July 2021, in which the stamp duty exemptions will revert back to $650,000 for homes and $350,000 for land.

Additionally, a concessional rate of duty will apply to homes valued more than $800,000 but less than $1,000,000 and vacant blocks of land valued more than $400,000 and less than $500,000

How much is the First Home Owners Grant NSW?

The FHOG in NSW is worth $10,000 however conditions apply. To be eligible, your first home must have a total value below $600,000, and be either newly constructed or ‘substantially renovated’. A home is substantially renovated when most or all of the original house was removed or replaced, and it’s the first time the place has been sold, and lived in, after the renovations were completed.

If you plan to build a new home from scratch, you can still be eligible for the FHOG in NSW as long as your land plus the home you build have a combined value of less than $750,000.

Click here for more information on the NSW First Home Owner Grant.

How much is the First Home Owners Grant in the NT?

The First Home Owner Grant in NT is $10,000. Your income and the price of your home don’t affect the FHOG NT, and the grant is available if you buy or build a new house, apartment, duplex or townhouse.

As of 30 June 2021, there are currently no stamp duty concessions for first home buyers in NT.

Previously the Territory’s First Home Owner Discount was in place from 8 February 2019 to 30 June 2021. It let you save up to a maximum of $18,601 on the cost of stamp duty. The savings were available whether you purchased a new or established home as long as the home was valued under $650,000.

Click here for more information on the NT First home Owner Grant.

How much is the First Home Owners Grant QLD?

As a first home buyer in Queensland you could be entitled to the $30,000 First Home Owner Grant. To be eligible, you need to buy a brand new home or build a home from scratch with the total value (including the land) below $750,000. You may also be eligible if you buy off the plan or an established home that’s been substantially renovated.

As a guide, substantial renovations include replacing or altering foundations or replacing or altering floors. Cosmetic work such as painting the walls or sanding floors doesn’t add up to a substantial renovation when it comes to the FHOG in QLD.

Stamp duty concessions

If you’re buying vacant land to build your first home, you pay zero stamp duty as long as you pay $250,000 or less for your block. Concessions are available for vacant land valued above $250,000 and up to $400,000. Whereas if your first home is valued up to $500,000, you pay zero stamp duty. That’s a saving of $7,175 which is the maximum stamp duty rebate available to first home buyers in QLD.

Additionally, savings on stamp duty may still be available if you pay between $500,000 and $550,000 for your first home. As a guide, if your first home is worth $530,000, you pay stamp duty of $6,300 a saving of $3,500. These savings cut out altogether if your first home costs $550,000 or more.

Click here for more information on the QLD First home Owner Grant.

How much is the First Home Owners Grant SA?

There are currently no specific stamp duty concessions available for first home buyers in SA.

The $15,000 FHOG in South Australia is only available to first home owners who buy a new home. You can choose from a house, apartment, townhouse or villa.

You will only be able to claim the FHOG SA if you pay below the following amounts for your home:

Before 14 June 2023: $575,000
After 15 June 2023: $650,000

You can also claim the First Home Owner Grant in South Australia when you buy a block of vacant land to build your first home on. However, the end value of your building plus land must be no more than $575,000.

Click here for more information on the SA First home Owner Grant.

Stamp duty concessions in TAS

If you buy an established home, you are not eligible for the FHOG in Tasmania but you may be able to claim savings on stamp duty. If you’re home is valued at

$400,000 or less, you will receive a 50% discount on the property transfer duty (stamp duty).

How much is the First Home Owners Grant TAS?

The FHOG Tasmania is worth $30,000 until 30 June 2022 but only when you buy or build a new home. Off the plan purchases are also eligible. In Tasmania, there is no limit on the purchase price of the property, and the FHOG is not means tested.

Click here for more information on the TAS First home Owner Grant.

Stamp duty concessions in VIC

First home owners in Victoria don’t pay stamp duty at all on their first home as long as the property is valued below $600,000. You may still be eligible for savings on stamp duty if you pay between $600,000 and $750,000 for your first home. The stamp duty concessions available in Victoria apply to both established and new homes.

How much is the First Home Owners Grant VIC?

The FHOG Victoria is only available if you buy a newly built home or if you choose to build a home from scratch. The FHOG is worth $10,000 if you build/buy in Victoria.

Your first home can be a house, townhouse, apartment, or unit but it must be valued at $750,000 or less, and it must be a new home – being sold as a home for the first time, and less than five years old.

Click here for more information on the VIC First home Owner Grant.

Stamp duty concessions in WA

If you buy vacant land to build your first home, you’re exempt from paying stamp duty as long as you don’t pay more than $300,000. If you pay between $300,000 and $400,000 you will be entitled to a reduced rate of duty.

From 09 May 2024, if you buy a home costing up to $450,000, no stamp duty is payable at all. If the value of your home is between $450,000 and $600,000, you’ll be entitled to a reduced rate of stamp duty.

There are no additional concessions for homes valued above $600,000 and land valued above $400,000.

How much is the First Home Owners Grant WA?

The FHOG WA is worth $10,000 when you buy or build a brand new home. There are limits on what you can pay for your first home to be eligible for the FHOG in Western Australia.

If you’re located south of the 26th parallel, which basically covers all the Perth metropolitan area, you can claim the FHOG WA if your new home is worth up to $750,000 – this includes the value of the land plus buildings.

If you buy or build a home north of the 26th parallel, the property must be valued up to or below $1 million to be eligible for the FHOG WA.

The First Home Owner Grant in Western Australia is no longer available if you buy an established home however you may be able to claim stamp duty savings.

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