Private Lending
Private Commercial Mortgages
When banks say no, private lenders look at what matters most — the equity in your property. No income verification, no credit prerequisites, and closings measured in days rather than months.
Loan Parameters
Key Features
- Approvals based on property equity, not income or credit
- No debt servicing ratio requirements
- No minimum credit score prerequisites
- Interest-only payment options available
- First and second mortgage positions
- Available across Ontario, Alberta, and Manitoba
Eligible Properties
Property Types We Finance
Private lenders consider a broad range of commercial asset classes that many institutional lenders will not entertain.
Is This Right For You?
Private Lending May Be the Right Fit If…
You have been declined by a bank or institutional lender
You are self-employed with non-traditional income documentation
You have Canada Revenue Agency tax arrears or liens
Your credit history includes bruised credit, a consumer proposal, or a prior bankruptcy
You need to close on an urgent timeline that banks cannot accommodate
Your property type falls outside conventional lending guidelines
You need interest-only payments to manage cash flow during a transition period
Common Questions
Private Commercial Mortgage FAQs
Traditional banks evaluate the borrower first: income, credit score, debt ratios, and tax filings all must meet strict thresholds. Equity-based private lending reverses that priority. The primary consideration is the value of the commercial property being used as security. If the property holds sufficient equity, the loan can be approved regardless of the borrower's personal financial profile.
Private commercial mortgage rates start at 6.95% and vary based on the loan-to-value ratio, property type, location, and overall deal complexity. First-position mortgages on strong commercial assets in major urban centres typically receive the most competitive rates. Your broker will present options from multiple private lenders so you can compare.
Most private commercial mortgages close within 5 to 10 business days once all property documentation is submitted. Urgent situations, such as preventing a power of sale or meeting a firm closing deadline, can often be accommodated on an expedited basis. This speed is one of the biggest advantages over institutional lenders, which can take 30 to 90 days.
Private commercial mortgages are designed as short-to-medium-term solutions with terms ranging from 6 to 36 months. They are most commonly used to stabilize a situation, complete a renovation, resolve credit issues, or bridge to conventional financing. Many borrowers transition to an institutional mortgage at better rates once their circumstances have improved.
The documentation for private lending is significantly lighter than what banks require. Typically you will need a recent property appraisal, a current mortgage statement if applicable, property tax records, and basic information about the property. Income verification, financial statements, and extensive business documentation are generally not required.
Let's Get Your Deal Done
Tell us about your property and financing needs. We'll match you with the right private lender and present your options within 24 hours.