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A home equity loan allows homeowners to borrow money using the equity in their home as collateral. Equity is the difference between your home's current market value and the outstanding mortgage balance.
The calculator uses the home equity loan formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates how much you can borrow based on your home's equity, while respecting the lender's maximum LTV requirements.
Details: Understanding your available home equity helps in financial planning for renovations, debt consolidation, investments, or other major expenses while ensuring you stay within responsible borrowing limits.
Tips: Enter your home's current market value in NZD, the LTV ratio (typically 0.8 for most NZ lenders), and your current mortgage balance. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is a typical LTV ratio for home equity loans in NZ?
A: Most NZ lenders offer home equity loans with LTV ratios up to 80% (0.8), though this can vary depending on the lender and your financial situation.
Q2: Can I borrow more than my home equity?
A: No, lenders typically won't lend more than your available equity allows. The LTV ratio ensures the loan remains secured by your property.
Q3: How often should I reassess my home equity?
A: It's wise to reassess annually or when property values in your area change significantly, or after major mortgage repayments.
Q4: Are there costs associated with home equity loans?
A: Yes, there may be application fees, legal fees, and valuation costs. Always factor these into your borrowing calculations.
Q5: What if my calculated borrowable amount is zero or negative?
A: This means you have little or no available equity. You may need to pay down more of your mortgage or wait for property values to increase.