21/11/2025
π‘ Quick Guide to Using Home Equity for Investment
Tapping into your home's equity can fast-track your investment property purchase. Here are the essential steps:
1. π Estimate Current Home Value: Find out your property's market worth through comparable sales, a valuation, or a property report.
2. π° Calculate Accessible Equity: Determine the difference between your home's value and your current mortgage balance. Remember, lenders typically only allow you to access up to 80% of the value without incurring LMI (Lender's Mortgage Insurance).
3. π Assess Borrowing Capacity: Accessible equity isn't enough; you must prove you can afford the new, higher repayments. Consult a mortgage broker to confirm your serviceability.
4. π¦ Review Loan Options: Explore refinancing your current loan or setting up a new investment loan. Note that investment loan interest and costs may be tax-deductible, but rates are often higher.
5. βοΈ Apply and Settle: Once you've chosen a loan and found a property, your broker will manage the application and settlement process, handling the paperwork and lender requirements.
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