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How to maximise your borrowing capacity from your business

August 20, 2024 Stuart Wemyss & Mena Abraham Season 4 Episode 29

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In this episode, Stuart and Mena explore strategies to maximise borrowing capacity from your business profits. They stress the importance of having a knowledgeable broker who can effectively advocate for you with bank credit managers. The duo highlights the significance of financial "add-backs," such as interest and depreciation, which banks often consider when determining serviceability. Properly reporting these expenses can substantially enhance your borrowing position.

They also discuss the distinction between regulated and unregulated credit, the benefits of using corporate tax rates for serviceability analyses, and when a corporate beneficiary might be advantageous. Liabilities can be a hindrance to borrowing, but they suggest paying down corporate liabilities if they impact your borrowing power.

Finally, they touch on how director payments can affect your loan application, particularly in partnerships. Stuart and Mena explain how dividends and salary/wage structures can be optimised to ensure the bank considers your income fully. For business owners looking to leverage profits for borrowing, this episode provides key insights and actionable tips.

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