Loan-to-Value Ratio (LTV)
LTV is a collateral-based ratio comparing the loan amount to the value of the property used for underwriting (commonly the lower of purchase price or appraised value in many residential contexts). It is used to evaluate leverage and lender exposure in the event of default and liquidation.
- Where it applies
- Generally, not specific to New York
- When it comes up
- Underwriting; credit approval
- Property types
- Residential; commercial
In practice
In institutional execution, "as-is" LTV vs "as-stabilized" LTV vs "detachment" LTV (in capital stack terms) can coexist; model labels must be explicit. Institutional risk frameworks frequently pair LTV (value-based) with debt yield (income-based) to avoid single-metric blind spots.
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Related terms
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General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.