Episode Description
Are the banks quietly shutting the door on trust lending?
Major lenders are pulling back. Macquarie stepped out. CBA tightened policy. ANZ followed. Anti money laundering reforms are expanding. DTI limits are biting. Suddenly, the “endless borrowing” strategy many investors relied on looks very different in 2026.
In this episode of The Property Nerds, we break down what’s really happening in the lending landscape and what it means for property investors building portfolios today.
Is trust lending dead?Or is it simply evolving?
We unpack:
- Why major banks are stepping away from new trust lending
- The regulator pressure and DTI limits most investors don’t see
- How non bank lenders are filling the gap
- Why “unlimited borrowing” was never a real strategy
- The difference between tax planning vs borrowing capacity plays
If you’re planning to buy your 2nd, 3rd or 5th property, this episode will help you understand how lending strategy, not just rate shopping, determines whether you scale or stall.
Because property is a game of finance first.
Timestamps:
02:10 - What Actually Changed in Trust Lending
04:45 - Why Macquarie’s Exit Caused Panic
07:30 - Anti Money Laundering & Regulatory Pressure
10:20 - The Truth About “Endless Borrowing”
13:15 - Are Non Banks the New Power Players?
16:40 - SMSF Lending Déjà Vu
19:30 - Major Banks vs Smaller Lenders Explained
22:10 - Why Rate Shopping Can Cost You Long Term
24:50 - The 3-4 Property Reality Most Investors Ignore
Whether you’re structuring your first investment properly, reassessing your current portfolio, or trying to understand how to scale in a tighter lending environment, this is an episode you need to hear.
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