Can I use equity in another property to cover a mortgage shortfall?
Another property may provide shortfall funds through separate equity financing or cross-collateralized lending, with different risks.
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When should I avoid taking a private mortgage?
Private financing should be paused when affordability, net proceeds, equity or the exit plan cannot support the risk.
How much money will I receive after private-mortgage fees and costs?
Calculate private-mortgage net proceeds by subtracting fees, legal costs, payouts, reserves and other required deductions.
My alternative lender declined my mortgage. Do I still have options before closing?
An alternative-lender decline may still leave another alternative, MIC or private route. Diagnose the exact problem, compare net funds and costs, and build the return to B or A lending before committing.
My mortgage was declined. What should I ask the lender or broker first?
A mortgage decline needs a clear diagnosis before you apply again. Learn the questions to ask, what may have changed and when a second opinion may help.
My income looks strong. Why did the lender say no?
A healthy self-employed business can still fail a lender’s income calculation. See how A and alternative lenders may assess the documents differently and what to ask before you apply again.
The appraisal came in low. What can I do before my financing deadline?
A low appraisal can create a closing cash gap, especially for builder closings and condos. Learn what to verify, how current market data fits and which practical options deserve review.
My appraisal is lower than the purchase price. How much extra money do I need to close?
A low appraisal can reduce the mortgage and create a larger cash requirement at closing. Calculate the real shortfall, then compare appraisal, A-lender, alternative, outside-equity and limited private options.
Mortgage term vs. amortization: what is the difference?
You’re looking at a mortgage offer that says “three-year term” and “25-year amortization.” It’s reasonable to wonder: which one tells you when the mortgage is finished? The 25-year […]