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loan to value ratio

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Loan to Value Ratio - LTV Ratio

A lending risk ratio calculated by dividing the total amount for the mortgage or loan by the appraised value of the property.

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Bankers usually require a ratio of at least 75% for mortgage to be approved.

See also: Loan, Mortgage

Also spelled: LTV

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