Property Investors

Strategic lending for smart property investors

Building a successful investment portfolio takes more than just finance — it takes foresight, structure, and a strategic partner who understands the bigger picture.

At Heritage Finance, we work with residential property investors at all stages of the journey — whether you’re purchasing your first or your fiftieth investment property. Our role is to ensure your investment strategy is matched by a lending structure that supports long-term growth, liquidity, and flexibility.

We’re not just here for the transaction — we’re in it with you for the long haul.

How we support property investors

  • Tailored finance structures to support long-term portfolio growth

  • Access to a wide panel of lenders with investor-friendly policies

  • Strategies to preserve equity, protect liquidity, and reduce lender concentration risk

  • Clear guidance on cash flow, buffers, and risk management

Support with equity release, cross-collateralisation, and interest-only structuring

What seasoned investors should be aware of

The risk of keeping all securities with one lender

While it may seem convenient to keep all your loans under one roof, it can become risky as your portfolio grows. Most mortgage contracts include an “all moneys” clause, which means your lender may hold all properties as joint security for all debts — even if they’re unrelated.

This can impact your ability to sell, refinance, or restructure without the lender’s permission across your whole portfolio.

Tip: Diversifying your lending across different banks or splitting securities can give you more flexibility and control.

What’s an equity lock — and why use it?

An equity lock involves releasing available equity from a property, even if you don’t need it immediately. The funds are then held in an offset account, ready to deploy when needed.

This is particularly helpful because:

  • You retain access to capital, regardless of future market changes

  • It protects you from valuation drops or changes in lending policy

  • It gives you a buffer for future purchases, renovations, or emergencies

Think of it as “future-proofing” your borrowing power while market conditions are favourable.

Not all investment loans are created equal

Some lenders assess rental income conservatively, or won’t factor in future projected income. Others are more investor-savvy, offering:

  • Higher LVRs (especially if you’re leveraging equity)

  • Interest-only terms to optimise cash flow

  • Debt recycling options to improve tax efficiency

We help navigate these policies and present your file in the best light to the right lender — not just the one with the best headline rate.

Why work with Heritage Finance?

  • Deep understanding of investment lending strategy, not just approvals

  • Long-term planning that grows with your portfolio

  • Ongoing portfolio reviews to ensure you’re always in the strongest position

  • Support with tax-effective structuring (in partnership with your accountant or adviser)

  • Transparent, experienced, and relationship-driven service

Ready to take the next strategic step?

Whether you’re acquiring, restructuring, or releasing equity, we’ll help you make smart, informed decisions that align with your investment goals.

Start the conversation today. Contact us and let’s map out your next move.

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