Investment Properties

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Investment Properties

Mortgage Lab helps New Zealand property investors structure investment lending, assess rental yield, use equity, and compare lender policies.

Property investment can be a powerful wealth-building strategy, but it comes with its own set of rules and requirements. From LVR restrictions to rental yield calculations, there's a lot to consider.

Our advisers work with property investors at all stages – from buying your first investment property to building a multi-property portfolio. We understand the unique challenges investors face and how to structure loans for maximum benefit.

We can help you access equity in your existing properties, find lenders with investor-friendly policies, and structure your loans to optimise cash flow and tax efficiency.

How We Can Help

Calculate your borrowing capacity for investment properties

Access equity in your home or existing investments for new purchases

Navigate the different LVR requirements for investors (typically 35-40%)

Structure loans to maximise rental yield and cash flow

Compare lender policies on rental income assessment

Advise on interest-only vs principal & interest repayments

Help you understand the tax implications of different loan structures

Frequently Asked Questions

Currently, most banks require a 35-40% deposit for investment properties due to LVR restrictions. However, if you have equity in your own home, you may be able to use this as your deposit. We can help you calculate your available equity.
Yes, this is one of the most common ways to fund an investment property deposit. If your home has increased in value or you've paid down your mortgage, you may have usable equity. We can calculate how much you could access.
Interest-only loans have lower repayments and can improve cash flow, but you're not paying down the loan. Principal & interest builds equity but costs more monthly. The right choice depends on your investment strategy and tax situation.
Banks typically assess 60-80% of the expected rental income when calculating your borrowing capacity. Policies vary between lenders – some are more generous than others. We know which lenders are most investor-friendly.
Tax rules for property investors have changed significantly. The bright-line test and interest deductibility rules can affect your returns. We recommend consulting a tax accountant for specific advice on your situation.

What Our Clients Say

Thank you so much, Johnny, for all your help and advice with my mortgage. I really appreciate that you went out of your way, even outside of regular hours, to make sure everything went smoothly. Thanks again!

Johnny made the mortgage process easy and stress-free. He was always helpful and explained everything clearly. I really appreciated his support and would highly recommend MortgageLab to anyone looking for great service.

We couldn’t be happier with our experience! Christiana, was realistic and honest from the very beginning – no false promises, just clear advice on what we needed to do to get where we wanted. She guided us through every step of the process, and we always felt completely supported and looked after. We have absolute trust that she had and continues to have our best interests at heart, Christiana went above and beyond to secure us the best deal possible. Highly recommend!

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Talk to one of our friendly mortgage advisers today. Our service is usually at no direct cost to you.