Help and payments from Services Australia FIS video
Watch this video to find out about the payments and services available from Services Australia if you’re made redundant.
Interest rate for loans under the Home Equity Access Scheme
We charge an annual interest rate of 3.95% that compounds each fortnight on the Home Equity Access Scheme loan balance.
Income and assets from outside Australia can affect your Age Pension
If you or your partner get income from, or have assets outside Australia, this could affect your Age Pension.
Income and assets form (SA369)
Use this form if you’re claiming a payment and need to tell us about your income and assets.
Work Bonus balance
We use your Work Bonus balance to offset your eligible income so you keep more of your pension if you’re working.
Supporting documents for the Home Equity Access Scheme
When applying for the Home Equity Access Scheme loan, you’ll need to give us some supporting documents. If you don’t, we can’t assess your application.
Financial Information Service live webinars
We have free webinars to help you understand your finances.
Home Equity Access Scheme advance payment examples
Examples of Home Equity Access Scheme (HEAS) advance payment calculations.
Renewing or replacing a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
If you're eligible for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, we renew your card before it expires. We can also replace a lost or stolen card.
Thinking about retirement
We can help you plan for retirement and meet financial challenges when you’re retired.