Let's see how you can help more customers get solar by providing simple and affordable finance options.
IT STARTS WITH…
“I want to get solar because energy is getting too expensive”
We hear this a lot from customers. As electricity prices rise, rooftop solar becomes an even more attractive investment for homeowners.
How are economic conditions impacting households?
How does high inflation affect everyday Australians?
Inflation measures the rise in the cost of goods and services compared to the previous year. In Australia, inflation is currently at 5.1% and is expected to hit 7% this year - the highest rate in almost 30 years. On average, homeowners are paying more for everyday items and expenses like groceries, transport, clothing and even recreation.
What’s happening with energy prices?
On top of rising inflation and interest rates, wholesale electricity prices have more than doubled in the past year, resulting in higher energy bills. Some Australians are being warned to expect their bills to increase by hundreds of dollars a year. Read more about rising energy prices.
What’s happening with interest rates?
To combat rising inflation, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has raised the cash rate: the interest rate charged on loans between financial institutions like banks. This typically translates to higher interest rates for consumers on loans like mortgages, increasing their repayment amounts and reducing their discretionary income available to make purchases.
BUT THEN…
“We can't afford to install solar right now”
As the cost of living increases, homeowners can become more wary of dipping into their savings. Offering payment solutions could help your customers install solar and batteries sooner as finance helps break down the upfront installation cost into affordable repayments, over time.
WITH FINANCE…
“Brighte made it simple and easy for us without having to outlay a lot of cash up front”
Let’s explore the common payment options
Offering simple payment options at the point of sale could help you convert more customers. Generally, options available to customers can include the following.
Cash
Features
- Can be readily available
- No fees or charges
Considerations
- A lump sum payment can significantly reduce a customer's savings balance
Payment plan
Features
- Allows cost to be split into smaller instalments
- Set repayment amount and timeframe
- Small upfront costs in many cases
- Typically interest-free
Considerations
- Any fees or recurring charges
- Late payment fees
Brighte option
- Borrow up to $45,000
- 0% interest
- 6 months to 10 years
- No fee for early repayment
- $75 establishment fee, $2.30/weekly account keeping fee
- $4.99 late payment fee may apply (capped at $49.90/year)
Personal loan
Features
- Allows cost to be split into smaller instalments
- Set repayment amount and timeframe
- Fixed or variable interest rate
- Typically requires credit check
Considerations
- Any establishment fees or recurring charges
- Amount of interest paid over time
- Can be a one-off credit purchase
Brighte option
Brighte Green Loan for energy efficient products.
- Borrow up to $55,000
- From 8.99% p.a. fixed interest rate* (10.48% p.a. comparison rate^)
- 2-15 years subject to product eligibility repayment terms
- No fee for early repayment
- $299 establishment fee added to loan amount
The information contained on this web site is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. You should consider whether the information is appropriate to your needs, and where appropriate, seek professional advice from a financial adviser.
* The advertised interest rate is our lowest rate based on a customer with an excellent credit profile. The final interest rate, repayment amount, and establishment fee will be provided if an application for credit is approved. Information and interest rates are current as at 4 Jun 2024 and are subject to change.
Green Loan and Personal Loan customer fees - Establishment fee starting from $199 and $2.70/weekly account keeping. Late payment fee of $4.99 may be charged if a repayment is missed.
0% Interest Payment Plan customer fees - Establishment fee of $75 and $2.30/weekly account keeping. Late payment fee of $4.99 (capped at $49.90/year) may be charged if a repayment is missed.
All applications for credit are subject to Brighte’s credit approval. Fees, terms and conditions apply.
^ Comparison rate calculated on an unsecured loan amount of $30,000 over a term of 5 years based on fortnightly repayments. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for these examples and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.
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