Your first home, made possible.

Fast approvals. Friendly brokers. Cashflow-conscious loans designed for first-time buyers.

Efficient approval

Panel of 30+ lenders

15+ years of experience

Personalised Loan Structuring

* free, no credit impact, rates from 4.99%
People first.
Real humans, real decisions. We back people, not just profiles.
Fast & direct.
We skip the corporate games and get straight to the point, so you can get on with it.
Built for outliers.
Business owner? Salary packaging? Unusual income? We flex to fit you, not the other way around.
Holistic decisions.
Whether you’re self-employed, or have a unique tax structure, we look at the full picture.

About shaper.

Finally, someone on your side.

First home loans are complex. But they don’t need to feel that way.

At Shaper, we simplify the entire process, from pre-approval to settlement - so you can stop stressing and start picturing your life in that new place.

Shaper offers a range of benefits at lightning speed, working with a range of lenders from major banks to niche lenders who specialise in first-home buyers.

We also work to make the most of make the most of First-Home Buyer Benefits, including:

Low deposit loan options
Government grants & concessions
Stamp duty exemptions
Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) waivers

We'll make sure you don't miss a cent.

How it Works

1.

Tell us what you’re aiming for

A quick chat is all we need to understand your budget, borrowing power, and dream scenario.

Time: as quick or deep as you want.
Outcome: Clarity on whether it makes sense to move forward.

2.

We compare a range of lenders for you

Not all banks are first-home friendly for all situations. We'll find the one that puts you in the best position.

We'll fact find, gather necessary docs, connect accounts, and run valuations or reports where necessary.

Time: typically 24 hours.
Outcome: To get you an indicative rate and quote, without impacting credit score.

3.

We structure your loan the smart way

You might qualify for more than you think. Our brokers look at every angle, grants, LMI, the home guarantee scheme, cashflow - to make it work for you.

We shape the deal, structure the application, and do the admin. You stay in the loop.

Time: Begins as soon as you're happy with step 2.
Outcome: Loan selected and applied for.

4.

You get approved, fast

And we’ll support you all the way to settlement, the final green light.

You'll receive a written lender approval, your full loan docs, ready to e-sign.

Time: Typically 2-4 days, depending on the lender.
Outcome: A mortgage shaped to you.

We See the Whole Picture, So You Don’t Miss a Step.

We Get the Full Story, So You Get the Full Value.

After thousands of loans, we’ve learned the unspoken rules.

We know what the banks don't say out loud. The tweaks that speed up approvals. The lenders who get commissions, bonuses, and salary packaging.

We make sure your loan is optimised for your actual situation - not just a checkbox on a screen.
Always-on optimisation
We’ll check in after settlement to make sure your loan stays competitive - and change things when it matters.
Lender Workarounds
From low deposits to government grants, we know how to get you across the line without overpaying.
Structured to suit you
Pay weekly, fortnightly, monthly - we'll show you what gives you the edge.
15+ years of experience
We know how a slight change on an application form will make a big difference.
Human Advice, Not Bots
We ask the questions algorithms can’t - and spot what calculators miss.
No pushy refinance triggers
We won’t rush you into switching. But if the numbers change, we’ll let you know when it’s worth a look.

Let's skip to the good part.

A quiz or calculator can't tell you what to do with half a million dollars.

Get mortgage advice that beats Tiktok, and speak to a real person who knows how to get first-home buyers over the line.

They'll bring a wealth of knowledge to your situation and find out whether it makes sense to move forward.

We've helped 2,000+ Australians fund their first home.

We're mortgage brokers, technically.

But most of our clients say they feel like they've finally found someone who gets it.

First Home Loan for a Client in VIC

We structured around the grant - not just the bank.

They were eligible for the First Home Guarantee, but hadn’t been told how it worked. We found a lender still accepting spots, aligned their application with the scheme’s timing, and helped them buy with a smaller deposit and no LMI.
First Home Loan for a Client in NSW

We made the numbers work. Then made sure they stayed that way.

Tight budget, rising rent, no fallback. We helped them get approved without stretching - and set repayments to weekly to stay ahead, not behind.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Why wouldn't I just go straight to my bank?

A bank is a group of brokers who can only sell you their own products. Shaper isn't restricted to a single lender. So we can often be much faster, much more cost-effective, and more flexible to your work.

A bank might see ‘truck’ or ‘tractor’ and just think numbers. We see how it fits into your work and your cash flow - and we fight to get you the best deal without all the red tape.

Do I need full financials to apply?

Not always.

Many of our clients go through a low-doc process - that means instead of full financial statements, we just need your ABN and GST registration. We can usually get you approved without the mountain of paperwork.

How fast can you get me approved?

Sometimes the same day. It depends on your situation and the lender we match you with, but we always push to get you an answer quickly - especially if you’ve already found the truck or machine you want.

Can you finance used trucks, utes, or machines?

Absolutely. Whether it’s fresh off the lot or a workhorse with some years on it, we can usually finance it. If it’s on TruckSales, FarmMachinerySales, or ConstructionSales, we can probably help.

What if I’m buying from a private seller?

No problem. We finance both dealership and private sales. We’ll help with the checks and paperwork so you’re protected and the process is smooth.

My cash flow is seasonal - can you work around that?

Yes. We regularly work with farmers, contractors, and operators whose income goes up and down with the seasons. We can structure your repayments to match your earning patterns, so you’re not squeezed in the quiet months.

I’m based in the country - does that make things harder?

Not at all. Our brokers work with clients all over Australia, from remote farms to city workshops. Everything can be done online or over the phone, and we’re used to working around patchy reception and long hours.

I’ve heard about ‘low-doc loans’ - what does that actually mean?

A bank is a group of brokers who can only sell you their own products. Shaper isn't restricted to a single lender.

We shape your options based on your life - not a banks commission targets.

Low-doc just means you don’t have to provide full tax returns or detailed financials to apply. Instead, we use alternative ways to prove your ability to repay - like your ABN, GST registration, and bank statements. It’s designed for business owners who don’t have everything neat in a folder (and who does?).

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