Need a Personal Loan for Your Home Renovation?

Whether you’re updating, remodelling, repairing, or redoing entirely, a Beforepay Personal Loan can help transform that renovation dream into reality.

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Understanding your options for home renovation costs

There are times when you may need access to money to cover an expense, whether it’s something unexpected or a cost that’s come up sooner than planned.

Home renovations are often planned in advance, but costs don’t always stay predictable. Even smaller projects can uncover additional work, delays, or changes that affect your budget.

Expenses like materials, labour, or unexpected repairs can come up along the way, and they don’t always align neatly with when you’re paid. This can create pressure, particularly if the work is already underway or needs to be completed.

Some people choose to fund renovations gradually, while others use longer-term loans to fund everything upfront and repay costs over time. It’s important to understand how these options work, including the total cost and how repayments will fit into your ongoing budget.

In situations where costs shift or timing becomes a factor, it can help to step back and reassess what’s manageable. Adjusting the scope of the project or exploring flexible ways to cover expenses may help reduce financial strain.

Taking the time to plan, review your options, and stay within a comfortable budget can make the process more manageable and help you avoid added pressure as the project progresses.

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Building up your budget

Even the smallest renovation has a big impact on your finances. A Beforepay Personal Loan can provide you with up to $5000 to start or finish your next home project.

Super-fast approvals

Once approved, funds are transferred to your bank account in minutes, ready to pay for contractors, materials, permits, and more.

Transparent fees

All fees and interest payments are shown upfront, before you accept the loan. There are absolutely zero hidden costs.

Clear repayments

Know exactly when each payment is due and how much needs to be paid with simple repayment schedules, helping you stay on top of your finances.
PERSONAL LOANS

Plan bigger with confidence

Whether you’re covering a larger expense or planning ahead, Personal Loans give you clear repayments and flexible terms designed around your budget.

LONG TERM

Beforepay Personal Loan

Larger expenses on the horizon? Get bigger amounts and longer to repay with Personal Loan.

Borrow $2,001–$5,000†
3-12 month terms§
Competitive interest rate‡
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No hidden fees ever
BEST FOR
Car repairs, medical bills, moving costs, travel, or any larger purchases you want to pay off over time.

How it works

A fast loan is only 3 steps away.

Create your account

Getting started is simple - sign up online or download the Beforepay app.

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Connect your bank

Connect your bank account to explore your loan options or use Beforepay's money tools.

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Choose your loan

Borrow up to $2,000 with Pay Advance or apply for a Personal Loan of up to $5,000.  Eligibility criteria applies.

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Create your account

Getting started is simple - sign up online or download the Beforepay app.

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Connect your bank

Connect your bank account to explore your loan options or use Beforepay's money tools.

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Choose your loan

Borrow up to $2,000 with Pay Advance or apply for a Personal Loan of up to $5,000.  Eligibility criteria applies.

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Common Questions

Transparent answers for confident borrowing.

Why do renovation costs often go over budget?

Unexpected issues, changes in plans, and additional work can all increase the total cost of a renovation.

Are renovation costs usually paid upfront?

Some costs like materials or deposits may be required upfront, while others are paid as work progresses.

How do people usually manage renovation costs?

Some people stage projects over time, while others look at ways to spread or manage the cost.

What should I consider before committing to costs?

Looking at the full scope of the project and how payments fit into your budget can help you stay on track.

How can I keep renovation spending manageable?

Setting a realistic budget and allowing for unexpected costs can help reduce financial strain.

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Chosen by Over 1.7M Aussies

Plan, track, compare, and save with Beforepay’s free finance tools.

Eligibility

Borrowing that fits your life.

We check your income and expenses to make sure repayments fit your budget,  with clear terms and no surprises.

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Be an Australian resident aged 18 or older.
Have a current Australian driver’s licence, passport, or Medicare card.
Maintain employment and receive a regular wage.
Less than 51% of your income comes from Centrelink.
Have no other active Beforepay loans.
You meet our borrowing requirements.
Awards

Our Awards & Recognition

There’s a reason why we’re Australia’s leading ethical leader.

Best Online Customer Service Innovation 2024
Best Online Customer Service Innovation 2024
Finder Innovation Awards

Recognising the positive impact of AI-enhanced processes and automation on the quality and satisfaction of customer interactions.

Ethical Lender of the Year
Ethical Lender of the Year
FinTech Awards 2023

Recognised for our unwavering commitment to customer-focused, ethical lending that prioritises and supports financial wellbeing.

Most Innovative Ethical Lender of the Year 2024
Most Innovative Ethical Lender of the Year 2024
APAC Australian Enterprise Awards 2024

Recognised for the ethical product design principles and lending safeguards that form the foundation of Beforepay’s innovative credit assessment technology.

 Best Ethical-Lending FinTech 2024
Best Ethical-Lending FinTech 2024
APAC Australian Enterprise Awards 2024

Recognised for the seamless integration of ethical lending principles, technological innovation, and sustainable growth into our customer-focused lending process.

Best App-Based Lending Company 2023 - Australia
Best App-Based Lending Company 2023 - Australia
APAC Business Awards

Recognised for the simplicity and convenience of the Beforepay app and its beneficial impact for our customers.

Ethical Consumer Lender of the Year
Ethical Consumer Lender of the Year
Australian Enterprise Awards 2025

Recognised for our leading commitment to safe lending practices, fee transparency, and inclusive access to fair finance.

Tech Female Leader of the Year
Tech Female Leader of the Year
Tech Fast 50

Beforepay CTO, Rajini Carpenter, recognised for her commitment to building innovative systems, championing inclusion and diversity, and inspiring more women to enter the tech space.

Financial Services Category
Financial Services Category
Australian Growth Company Awards

Recognised for our success in providing inclusive access to safe, short-term finance to more working Australians, supporting them when they need it most.

AI Tech Innovation Award 2026
AI Tech Innovation Award 2026
Australian Enterprise Awards

Recognised for the application of advanced AI and machine learning technologies into a human-focused credit assessment process.

Best Ethical Lender 2026
Best Ethical Lender 2026
Australian Enterprise Awards

Recognised for our relentless dedication to data-driven, ethical lending practices and product development that puts our customers first.

Consumer Lending: Overall Digital Lending Product of the Year
Consumer Lending: Overall Digital Lending Product of the Year
FinTech Breakthrough Awards

Recognised for our proprietary advanced credit risk technology, commitment to transparency, and built-in lending safeguards.

Fintech - Ethical Lender of the Year Australia
Fintech - Ethical Lender of the Year Australia
Pan Finance Awards 2023

Recognised for our foundational ethical lending practices that prioritise the financial wellbeing of our customers.

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Personal Loans
From smaller short-term costs to bigger planned expenses.
Help with bills, groceries or unexpected expenses before payday.
For larger expenses like car repairs, travel or home essentials.
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Applications are typically approved in under 60 seconds, though some applications may require additional review.

† Approved loan amounts are subject to Beforepay’s lending criteria and verification requirements.

‡ Comparison rate calculated on a $2,500 loan over a 2-year term.

‡ WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the example given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or loan amounts may result in a different comparison rate.