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Which Mortgage: How to unlock hundreds of thousands more in borrowing power

15 NOV 2026 • By Emilie Lauer • 2 min read • Investor Strategy

Rate rises are squeezing borrowing capacity, but smarter budgeting and lender selection could give buyers access to hundreds of thousands more.

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How to unlock hundreds of thousands more in borrowing power

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How to unlock hundreds of thousands more in borrowing power

With mortgage repayments climbing and property values falling, investors are under pressure to rethink their borrowing strategy, but the right budgeting and lender choices could unlock significantly more borrowing power.

On Which Mortgage, Alex Whitlock speaks with Finni brokers Eva Loisance and Costa Arvanitopoulos about boosting borrowing power through tighter budgeting, debt reduction and smarter lender selection.

The trio examine how a couple reduced their monthly spending by more than $1,000 to unlock more lending options, and why Athena, Ubank, and Macquarie are currently standing out for different borrower profiles.

 
 

They also discuss refinancing and equity releases ahead of further valuation falls, with Victoria emerging as a key market for buyers looking beyond Sydney.

From credit cards and car loans to deposit schemes and investment potential, the brokers share practical ways to strengthen borrowing capacity as higher rates continue to bite.

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If you are looking to maximise your purchasing capacity prior to submitting an application, check out Finni’s complimentary resource, 15 Ways to Improve Your Borrowing Power, to learn how minor adjustments to your daily finances can substantially increase your loan approval limits: finni.com.au/borrowing-power-guide

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Emilie Lauer

Emilie Lauer

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Originally from France, Emilie has been calling Sydney home for almost a decade. She began her career in a small French radio station before moving to community radio in Sydney’s Paddington, hosting and producing the drive show and covering local issues. She has also written for specialised magazines in the education sector, including The Australian. At Momentum, Emilie is interested in real estate and property investment, with a soft spot for first property buyers. Get in touch [email protected]

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