Borrowing against the value of your wider investment portfolio can be a fast, convenient and flexible way to fund life’s many opportunities.
Whether it’s buying a new home, investing in a business, paying a tax bill, or reacting to one of life’s curveballs, there are often times where the need for significant liquidity can be pressing.
Investment-backed lending, also known as Lombard lending, can be an efficient and flexible solution for these scenarios, providing high-net-worth individuals with quick access to funds when they need it most.
This type of lending can enable you to take advantage of opportunities in the market without compromising your long-term investment goals.
Investment-backed loans use your existing cash and investments as collateral for a loan. So instead of liquidating your investments and losing out on potential returns and incurring additional tax charges, your investment portfolio remains invested and maintains its long-term strategy and yield.
Financing can also be secured against single stocks rather than a diversified investment portfolio. This can be a familiar scenario for individuals who have significant holdings in their employer’s company or have sold a business in return for shares.
You can borrow against the underlying asset up to a certain percentage of its market value, known as the loan-to-value ratio. This value will depend upon the type of assets held and level of risk involved.
Common reasons for getting investment-backed loans include:
Here is an example of how RBC Wealth Management enabled a client to fund other investment opportunities through the provision of a loan secured against their major stock holding.
As our example shows, an investment-backed line of credit can be a valuable complement to your investment portfolio. However, before applying you should carefully consider the comparison between borrowing costs and potential investment gains and losses, as well as your appetite for risk.
Talk to a financial advisor to see how they can help you understand your borrowing options and support your wider wealth plan.
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