House Sharing Seniors

Free Government Rental Bond Loan

Every state (except ACT) offers a free, interest-free bond loan — HSS members are pre-qualified

Free Government Bond Loan

Your state government offers a free, interest-free bond loan for eligible renters. As an HSS member, you are pre-qualified.

Typical HSS Upfront Costs

Bond share (4 weeks)e.g. $1,000/wk ÷ 4 tenants × 4 weeks~$1,000
Rent in advance (2 weeks)$250/wk × 2 weeks~$500
HSS membership fee$230
Total upfront~$1,730

All States & Territories (except ACT)

Free government bond loan schemes exist in every state. Select your state below to see your scheme.

NSW — Rentstart Bond Loan
Full bond covered · Interest-free · Online application · 12–18 month repayment
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VIC — RentAssist Bond Loan
Bond covered · Interest-free · Apply via myGov
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QLD — Bond Loan Plus
Bond + 2 weeks advance · Interest-free · Fee-free
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WA — Bond Assistance Loan
Bond + 2 weeks advance · Interest-free · Repayments via Centrelink · Max $1,600 single
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SA — Private Rental Assistance
Up to 4 weeks rent assistance · Free
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TAS — Interest-Free Bond Loan
Bond covered · Interest-free
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NT — Private Rental Bond Assistance Loan
Bond covered · Interest-free
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Why You Are Pre-Qualified

Australian citizen or permanent resident
Low income — Age Pension qualifies in every state
Minimal cash assets (typically under $5,000 required)
Not a property owner
Rent below 50% of income — HSS members pay ~30%

This is a government scheme operated independently of HSS. HSS does not provide financial products or advice.