Ever wonder how lenders decide if a borrower is "too risky"? In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio, a financial metric that compares the size of a loan to the value of the asset securing it.

Join us as we break down:

• The Magic Number: Why lenders prefer an LTV below 80% and how staying under this threshold can secure lower interest rates.

• Calculations & CLTV: How to calculate LTV and how it differs from Combined Loan to Value (CLTV) when a property has multiple mortgages.

• High Stakes: The costs of high LTV ratios, including mortgage insurance requirements and the danger of "underwater mortgages" (where the loan exceeds 100% of the value).

• Global Rules: A look at how LTV regulations vary, from FHA loans in the US to "LVR" restrictions in Australia and New Zealand.