Some companies will allow you to capitalize the LMI on top, but be aware, that it DOES bump your LVR even higher, and can cause approval issues because its considered HIGH RISK. Then, they will generally say because its a high risk, then the rate is higher too (Which makes no sense at all, except from a profit point of view)
95% LVR loans are rarely approved, and IF they do, you get shafted. Do yourself a favour, and try to avoid it.
Shaz, what are the rules with borrowing more than the house is worth for reno's and whitegoods?
There is just one rule. You can't. No lender in Australia will do a 100% LVR.