26/03/2026
As of February 2026, a new rule from APRA has changed the game.
Banks are now restricted on how many "high-debt" loans they can approve. If your total debt (including the new loan, credit cards and car loans) is more than 6 times your gross annual income, you’re officially in the "High debt-to-income zone.
Banks can only allow 20% of their new loans to fall into this category. If your bank has already hit its 20% "quota", they might say no, even if you have a perfect credit history.
If you think you might be affected, book a call with us to assess future lending.