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Personal Loan Interest Rates Explained

Every Breezy personal loan carries a fixed interest rate determined by the amount you borrow. Your rate is locked in from approval and never changes throughout your loan term. No variable movements, no market exposure, no unexpected increases.

39.9% p.a.

Tier 1 Rate

Loan amounts from $2,100 to $4,999

34.9% p.a.

Tier 2 Rate

Loan amounts from $5,000 to $14,999

29.9% p.a.

Tier 3 Rate

Loan amounts from $15,000 to $70,000

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Fixed Rate for Full Term
No Variable Rate Risk
All Costs Disclosed Upfront
ACL Holder 389610
No Early Repayment Fee
Full Rate Schedule

Breezy Personal Loan Rate Schedule

Your interest rate is set by your loan amount at the time of approval and remains fixed for the entire loan term. There are three rate tiers based on loan size.

Loan Amount Interest Rate (p.a.) Rate Type Establishment Fee Monthly Fee Term Range
$2,100 to $4,999 39.9% Fixed 20% of loan 4% of loan 4 to 24 months
$5,000 to $14,999 34.9% Fixed 20% of loan 4% of loan 4 to 24 months
$15,000 to $70,000 29.9% Best Fixed 20% of loan 4% of loan 4 to 24 months

Important: A dishonour fee of $27.50 applies when a scheduled repayment cannot be processed due to insufficient funds. There is no fee for repaying your loan early. All fees and the confirmed interest rate are set out in your loan contract before you sign.

Rate Visualised

Understanding the Cost at Each Rate Tier

The charts below show how the interest rate affects your estimated monthly repayment and total loan cost across different loan amounts and terms.

Estimated Monthly Repayment by Loan Amount — 12-Month Term
Total Interest Cost by Loan Amount — 12-Month Term
Rate Tier Comparison — All Three Tiers Side by Side
Total Repayable Amount — $20,000 Loan at 29.9% by Term
Rate Drivers

What Determines Your Interest Rate?

Unlike many lenders who assign individual rates based on credit scoring algorithms, Breezy uses a transparent tier-based system. Your rate is determined primarily by your loan amount. Here is how the system works.

Loan Amount Is the Primary Driver

The single most important factor in your rate is the loan amount you borrow. Borrowing $15,000 or more places you in the lowest rate tier at 29.9% p.a. Borrowing between $5,000 and $14,999 places you in the middle tier at 34.9% p.a. Amounts from $2,100 to $4,999 sit in the top tier at 39.9% p.a.

Fixed Rate — Set at Approval

Once your loan is approved, your interest rate is fixed for the entire term. It will not change if the Reserve Bank of Australia adjusts the cash rate, and it will not change if you miss a repayment. The rate in your contract is the rate you pay from start to finish.

Term Does Not Change Your Rate

Choosing a 4-month term versus a 24-month term does not affect your interest rate. However, a longer term increases the total interest paid because you are borrowing for more periods. Your rate tier is set by the loan amount, not by how long you take to repay.

Credit History Determines Approval, Not Rate

Breezy does not use credit scoring to set individual interest rates. Your credit profile and financial assessment determine whether you are approved and what loan amount you qualify for. The rate is then automatically set by which tier that approved amount falls into.

Why Rates Are Higher Than Banks

Breezy is an alternative lender designed to serve employed Australians who may not qualify for traditional bank finance. The approval process is faster, the eligibility criteria are broader, and the documentation requirements are simpler. The higher rate reflects this broader access and faster service delivery.

Full Transparency Before You Sign

Your exact interest rate, all fees, the total repayable amount, and your scheduled repayment amount are all confirmed in your loan contract before you sign. There are no rates adjusted after approval and no conditions buried in the fine print.

How Interest Works

How Interest Is Calculated on a Personal Loan

Understanding the mechanics of interest calculation helps you make better decisions about loan amount, term, and whether early repayment makes sense for your situation.

The Reducing Balance Method

Breezy personal loans use the reducing balance method to calculate interest. Under this method, interest for each repayment period is calculated on the outstanding principal balance remaining at that point in time, not on the original loan amount.

This means that each time you make a repayment, part of that payment reduces the principal. The next period's interest is then calculated on the smaller remaining balance. As a result, the interest component of each repayment decreases slightly over time while the principal component increases.

This method benefits borrowers who repay early. Because interest is charged only on the outstanding balance, settling the loan ahead of schedule stops the interest clock immediately and results in genuine savings compared to running the loan to its original end date.

The Formula: Monthly repayment = P × [r(1+r)^n] ÷ [(1+r)^n − 1] where P is the loan principal, r is the monthly interest rate (annual rate ÷ 12), and n is the number of monthly repayments. The monthly fee is charged separately on top of this figure.

Worked Example — $10,000 Loan at 34.9% p.a. over 12 Months

Loan Amount$10,000
Interest Rate34.9% p.a.
Monthly Interest Rate2.908%
Loan Term12 months
Estimated Monthly Repayment$1,014
Total Repaid (interest only portion)~$2,168
Establishment Fee (20%)$2,000
Monthly Fees (4% × 12)$4,800
Total Cost of Loan ~$18,968

Figures are illustrative estimates only. Actual amounts are confirmed in your loan contract.

Reduce Your Interest Cost

How to Minimise the Interest You Pay

Your rate is fixed, but there are practical steps you can take to reduce the total amount of interest you pay over the life of your loan.

1

Borrow at the Right Tier

If your required amount is close to a tier boundary, borrowing slightly more may place you in a lower rate tier. For example, borrowing $15,000 instead of $14,500 moves you from 34.9% to 29.9% p.a. Model the total cost both ways before deciding.

2

Choose the Shortest Term You Can Afford

A shorter repayment term means fewer interest periods and lower total interest paid. If your budget can accommodate higher monthly repayments, choosing 12 months over 24 months reduces the total interest component significantly.

3

Repay Early When You Can

There is no early repayment penalty on any Breezy loan. If you receive a tax refund, a bonus, or any windfall, applying it directly to your loan balance stops the interest clock early and generates real savings.

4

Never Miss a Repayment

While a missed repayment only results in a $27.50 dishonour fee, it also means the principal is not reduced on that date as scheduled. Keeping repayments on track is the most reliable way to ensure the loan is settled within your planned term and budget.

Common Questions

Interest Rate FAQs

Your rate is set by your loan amount. Loans from $2,100 to $4,999 attract 39.9% per annum. Loans from $5,000 to $14,999 attract 34.9% per annum. Loans from $15,000 to $70,000 attract 29.9% per annum. All rates are fixed for the full loan term and confirmed in your loan contract before you sign.
All Breezy personal loans carry a fixed interest rate. Your rate is locked in from the moment your loan is approved and will not change for the full duration of your loan term. This means your repayment amount stays consistent and predictable from the first payment to the last.
Breezy is an alternative lender designed to provide access to personal finance for employed Australians who may not qualify for traditional bank finance or who need funds faster than a bank can deliver. Bank advertised rates often apply only to borrowers with excellent credit profiles, significant assets, and full-time employment with a major employer. Breezy's broader acceptance criteria and 60-minute approval process are reflected in the rate structure. All fees and the rate are disclosed before you sign.
No. Choosing a longer repayment term does not change your interest rate. The rate is determined solely by the loan amount tier. However, a longer term does increase the total amount of interest paid over the life of the loan because interest accrues for more repayment periods. A 24-month loan carries more total interest than a 12-month loan at the same rate, even though the individual repayments are smaller.
Interest is calculated using the reducing balance method. Each month, the interest portion of your repayment is calculated on the remaining outstanding principal balance, not on the original loan amount. As you repay principal, the balance decreases and so does the interest component of each future repayment. This means the earlier you repay, the more you save, because you stop paying interest on the balance from the settlement date onwards.
Breezy operates on a transparent, fixed tier-based rate structure rather than individually negotiated rates. Your rate is automatically set by the tier that corresponds to your approved loan amount. The most effective way to access a lower rate is to borrow $15,000 or more, which places you in the lowest available tier at 29.9% per annum.
The interest rate refers only to the cost of borrowing the principal amount. The comparison rate is a broader figure that incorporates the interest rate plus most fees and charges associated with the loan, expressed as a single annual percentage. The comparison rate gives a more complete picture of the true cost of the loan and is a useful tool for comparing products across different lenders. See our Comparison Rate guide for a detailed explanation.
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Breezy Loans Pty Ltd holds Australian Credit Licence 389610. Personal loans from $2,100 to $70,000. Interest rates: 39.9% p.a. for loans from $2,100 to $4,999, 34.9% p.a. for loans from $5,000 to $14,999, and 29.9% p.a. for loans from $15,000 to $70,000. All rates are fixed for the full loan term. Establishment fee of 20% of the loan amount applies at commencement. Monthly fee of 4% of the loan amount applies throughout the term. Dishonour fee of $27.50 per failed repayment. No early repayment fee. Loan terms from 4 to 24 months. Repayment figures shown are estimates only and are provided for illustrative purposes. Actual amounts are confirmed in your loan contract. Credit is subject to approval. This information is general in nature and does not constitute financial advice.