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Commercial Mortgage

Commercial Mortgage

What is a Commercial Mortgage?

A commercial mortgage is a loan that is designed to finance the purchase, refinance, or improvement of a commercial property. Commercial properties can include office buildings, shopping centers, apartments, multi-family residential, or industrial warehouses.

What are the benefits?

Access to Capital

Commercial Mortgages provide significant funding for acquiring, refinancing, or improving commercial properties.

Investment Growth

Acquire income producing properties to boost your income growth and diversify your portfolio.

Build Equity

Commercial properties can provide long-term growth potential, as the value of your property can increase over time. This can provide a steady source of equity for your business.

How does a Commercial Mortgage work?

Financial Stability & Income
To qualify for a commercial mortgage, you must demonstrate that you have stable and sufficient income to cover the loan payments. This can include providing up-to-date personal financial statements, income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
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Creditworthiness
The higher your credit score, the higher the likelihood you will be approved for the mortgage and may result in better loan terms. Having a clean credit history without recent bankruptcies, foreclosures, or major delinquencies, will also improve your chances of approval.
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Property Evaluation
The property you are interested in purchasing must be appraised and meet the lender’s criteria to support the loan amount. You must show that the property generates sufficient income to cover the loan payments. Examples can include providing rental income statements, leases, and occupancy rates for income-producing properties. Eligibility requirements may vary depending on your lender.
3
Down payment and Equity
Typically, lenders require a down payment, resulting in a Loan-To-Value (LTV) ratio of 65% to 80%. The LTV ratio is the ratio of the mortgage amount divided by the value of the appraised property. For example: a home appraised at $1,000,000 with an LTV ratio of 80% would require you to pay a $200,000 down payment, with the other $800,000 being lended to you.
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Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR)
The Debt Service Coverage Ratio is the ratio of net operating income (NOI) to total debt service (loan payments). It indicates whether the property can generate enough income to cover the loan payments with a sufficient margin. Net Operating Income is the measure of a real estate asset’s ability to generate income, and is calculated by subtracting operating expenses from the property’s revenue streams. A DSCR of 1.0 shows that the property generates enough income to cover 100% of its debt obligations. A DSCR of above 1.25 is generally considered strong as it indicates that the property will generate at least 25% more income than is needed to service the debt.
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Business Plan and Projections
Submit a comprehensive business plan outlining your business strategy, goals, and financial projections. This plan should include details about the property, its use, and how it fits into your overall business strategy.
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Documentation
You will need legal documents verifying incorporation, partnership agreements, or LLC operating agreements, as well as ensure that your business licenses and permits are up to date.
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Choosing a Mortgage Broker or Lender
Choosing a lender experienced in commercial mortgages can be difficult. Let us help guide you on finding the right lender that can provide you the best loan options and navigate the application process for you.
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