A 90% LVR Loan combined with a Second-Mortgage structure offers a powerful financing solution for property owners who need to access a higher portion of their property’s value without refinancing their existing home loan. In Australia, this type of lending is commonly used by borrowers who require fast access to capital, have complex income structures, or do not meet traditional bank lending criteria.
LVR, or Loan-to-Value Ratio, refers to the percentage of a property’s value that is being borrowed. A 90% LVR Loan means the total borrowing including both the first and second mortgage can reach up to 90% of the property’s current market value. This high-LVR structure is typically made possible through specialist or private Second-Mortgage lenders rather than major banks.
A 90% LVR Loan allows borrowers to unlock a significant amount of equity from their property. For example, if a property is valued at $800,000, a 90% LVR would allow total lending of up to $720,000 across all secured loans. If the first mortgage balance is $500,000, a second mortgage could potentially provide access to an additional $220,000, subject to lender assessment.