LVR Calculator

Loan-to-value ratio for a NZ home loan.

NZ$
NZ$
LVR
77.78%
Standard LVR — Low Equity Premium not required.
77.8%08090100
Standard
LEP applies
First-home only
Standard LVR (≤80%)Best rates, no LEP
80–90%LEP applies
>90%First Home Loan scheme only

About this calculator

LVR = loan ÷ property value. RBNZ rules limit lending above 80% LVR for owner-occupiers (with a small "speed limit" allowance).

  • LVR > 80%: Low Equity Premium / Margin applies.
  • LVR > 90%: very limited supply outside First Home Loan scheme.

Frequently asked questions

What's a Low Equity Premium?
A one-off fee or rate margin charged when LVR > 80%. Removed once you pay the loan down past 80%.

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