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Home Equity Access Scheme vs Reverse Mortgage

Presented by Darren Moffatt & Greg Hendy

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Learn more about Home Equity Access Scheme vs Reverse Mortgage

Many retirees are unsure about

Hidden Fees

Impact on Lifestyle

Applications Processes

Long Term Effects On Estate

There are 2 popular options for Australian Seniors looking to unlock home equity for cash:
Home Equity Access Scheme (HEAS) or Reverse Mortgage 

Which is best for you?

  • Strategies for increase cashflow
  • The Difference between Home Equity Access Scheme vs Reverse Mortgage
  • Eligibility requirements, hidden costs and application processes
  • Tips on how to release home equity safely, & save money
  • Product features that boost daily cash-flow for seniors

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Nice Things People Have Said

Marg Bremner profile pictureMarg Bremner
04:51 17 Dec 25
My husband and i have recently used Seniors First for securing a loan for the purchase of a new car. We were lucky to be assisted by Palka who has been wonderful since we first made contact wirh Seniors First. Palka has been incredibly helpful, has explained very clearly what we need to do, and has "held my hand" on several occoasions. Grateful thanks to Palka for her dedication to her clients.
Christine Tracy profile pictureChristine Tracy
02:08 16 Dec 25
Very good company to deal with. The consultant Adam Oakley was excellent. He was transparent and informative, polite and attentive. Could not recommend highly enough. He made a difficult situation easy and helped us old guys through the technology.
Nigel Carey profile pictureNigel Carey
07:33 10 Dec 25
Thank you, Angela, for your great support in helping us secure a Reverse Mortgage.
You were professional and knowledgeable in all our dealings and kept us in the picture at every stage of the process to ensure a smooth Reverse Mortgage journey.
You also clearly communicated all the options available on Reverse Mortgages so we could make fully informed decisions.
Most importantly, you quickly responded to and answered all our questions ( and there were many ! )
We strongly recommend Angela at Seniors First to all potential clients.
Anthony Leigh-Sheriden profile pictureAnthony Leigh-Sheriden
00:14 10 Dec 25
Right from the beginning Palka Kumar was fantastic. She ensured that we really understood the process, kept us informed, provided the appropriate links. Ensured that we ticked all the right boxes etc.
nothing was too much trouble
Her high level of professionalism and empathetic manner was always reassuring and for that we were fortunate to have her as our broker
brian Chigwidden profile picturebrian Chigwidden
02:49 09 Dec 25
Not knowing where to start refinancing our Reverse Mortgage, we saw Seniors First add and decided to try them for a starting point. We were lucky enough to have Adam Oakly assigned to our case. He did research & found the most suitable Reverse Mortgage lender that suited our cause. Adam was a great help & kept in contact until our loan was approved. Seniors First & Adam did a great job! Would most definitely recommend them. Brian & Pat.
We were/are clients of Palka Kumar. We were impressed with her friendly nature and boundless knowledge of the industry. We had a number of Tele-conferences with her as she guided us through the process and let us know from the outset that she was with us the whole way through to conclusion. Palka was always available to answer any questions and kept us informed as the process went through the various stages. We have nothing but praise and appreciation for Palkas commitment to her clients. She always made us feel assured and relaxed about a sometimes daunting process. Outstanding.
Tina profile pictureTina
19:01 28 Nov 25
Andrew was very helpful and patient when it came to applying for our reverse mortgage on line. He always made us feel like we had his whole attention and never kept us waiting when we had any queries or problems with the forms. Would recommend him to anybody.
Kim Bance profile pictureKim Bance
18:57 27 Nov 25
We recently worked with Seema at Seniors First - Reverse Mortgage Brokers and her service was EXCEPTIONAL! She explained the process clearly, kept us informed every step of the way, and ensured we were comfortable with the progress of our application. Thanks to Seema, we achieved a great outcome! Highly recommend Seniors First and Seema - thanks for making a big decision feel easy!
Lynn Freeland profile pictureLynn Freeland
07:19 27 Nov 25
From the moment we called and spoke with Adam Oakley at Seniors First about a reverse mortgage, we were made to feel very comfortable with his warm, but honest approach. We were able to ask questions without feeling pressured and the amount of knowledge and information Adam shared with us, made the decision making so much easier. Another valuable trait of Adam’s is in his communication. He shared his direct line with us and when he wasn’t available, always returned our calls and answered emails promptly.
Adam walked us through each step of the process with ease, and we never felt alone at anytime. His recommendations were professional and unbiased and we didn’t hesitate to listen to his advice. I don’t know of any other bank or financial institution that would take the time and so much care, to ensure that their clients were happy. We certainly are, we can’t recommend Adam Oakley at Seniors First enough. It was a very big, life changing decision we had to consider and we feel grateful to have found Adam to see it through with us. Once again, thank you Adam for your time and patience. We couldn’t be happier. You are a true professional.
Jodie Munro profile pictureJodie Munro
01:44 24 Nov 25
I recently applied for a Reverse Mortgage through Seniors First and would have to say it was the easiest loan I have ever got in my life.
Between Seniors First and my Broker Adam Oakley they made the whole application from start to finish a breeze.
The Professionalism and Guidance I got from Adam to make sure I understood everything before he advised on the right product that best suited me.
I would highly recommend Seniors First and Adam to anyone interested in a Reverse Mortgage.
Mike Wilton (Slick) profile pictureMike Wilton (Slick)
01:32 24 Nov 25
Palka Kumar assisted us through the whole process, to its completion. She was brilliant. Without her assistance, the application would have been so difficult. But she guided us at every step to completion. What wonderful service - always available with wise advice, and encouragement along the way. Thank you Palka for your counsel and help. Mike and Loris.
Julijana Griffiths profile pictureJulijana Griffiths
05:19 27 Oct 25
Exceptional Service from Seema – Seniors First

I had an outstanding experience working with Seema at Seniors First. She was professional, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable, guiding me through every step of the process with care and understanding. Seema made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and straightforward. Her communication was excellent, and she always took the time to explain things clearly. I truly appreciate her kindness and dedication — highly recommend Seema and Seniors First for anyone looking for honest and supportive financial advice.
lois kean profile picturelois kean
11:13 08 Jul 25
Thank you to Palka for all you have done to give advise and secure a Reverse Mortgage.
You have given me outstanding service, guidance and help. You made clear to me the advantages, disadvantages and outcomes of a Reverse Mortgage.
You reassured me about the right timing and steps to take in the whole process.
I couldn't be more grateful and very satisfied knowing that my home loan is paid and I have enough to live comfortably.
Pam Spekking profile picturePam Spekking
02:38 03 Jul 25
My experience with Adam Oakley at Seniors First was exceptional. He explained everything in detail to me and made me feel comfortable and confident with my choices. I would highly recommend both Adam and Seniors First to anyone considering a reverse mortgage.
Nina Wright profile pictureNina Wright
00:52 29 Jun 25
Angela was outstanding in her dealings with us. She was extremely thorough, helped us work through our application, made sure we understood the whole process. She was with us all the way, maintaining regular contact. Angela made it a comfortable seamless experience.

Meet Your Hosts:

Darren Moffatt

Darren Moffatt

Founder & Managing Director

Darren is the founder of Seniors First and has been the CEO since 2006, he is also an is an award-winning businessperson with almost two decades of lending experience.

Greg Hendy

Reverse Mortgage Broker

Greg has 44 years in the banking industry covering personal , business and rural banking and has worked all over Queensland.

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*Note: Seniors First is a licensed, independent finance broker. It is not affiliated with Centrelink, or an agent for the Home Equity Access Scheme. The webinar is for informational purposes only to assist in the understanding of how commercially available Reverse Mortgages differ from the Home Equity Scheme, and the circumstances in which they might be a suitable choice.

Seniors First is a licensed, finance broker specialising in Reverse Mortgage and equity release finance.

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