22 - Unlocking Repayment Frequency: Does Fortnightly Really Save You Thousands?

You’ve probably seen the claim online that paying your mortgage fortnightly will save you thousands in interest. In this episode, Jack Elliott and Chris Bates break down why that isn’t always true, and why it all comes down to how your bank actually calculates your repayments.You’ll learn the two different repayment methods lenders use, when the “save thousands” theory works, and when switching to fortnightly makes no difference at all. We also cover how to choose the right repayment method for you. In this episode:🔑 The two ways banks calculate weekly and fortnightly repayments🔑 When the “save thousands” theory actually works and when it doesn’t🔑 How to choose the right repayment frequency for your situationTimestamps 00:00 - Introduction and What’s Happening in the First Home Buyer Market (November 2025)03:00 - The Viral Fortnightly Repayment Claim Explained 03:41 - The Half-Monthly Repayment Method & Example Breakdown05:35 - Paying Your Loan on Your Terms (Not the Bank’s)08:15 - The Actual Repayment Method & Example Breakdown09:34 - Why Lenders Use Different Repayment Methods 12:39 - Jack’s Take: Why Monthly Repayments Often Work Best 13:13 - Chris’s Take: Cashflow, Behaviour, and Real-Life Strategy 14:58 - Considerations for Investment Purchases & Wrap-UpUnlock your Free Resources Unlocking Repayment Frequency Resource MoneySmart Mortgage Calculator Episode 21 | Unlocking Unlocking How Your Mortgage Actually WorksWant to keep the conversation going? 👉 Join the First Home Unlocked Facebook Community 📅 Book a chat with Jack for tailored support 📱Follow Us on social media: Instagram, TikTok, Youtubefirsthomeunlocked.com.au