Specialty

Second Mortgage & Mezzanine Finance Australia

Structured capital to solve equity gaps without refinancing senior debt

Best For

  • Equity release behind an existing senior lender
  • Capital shortfalls or cost overruns
  • Projects needing completion or liquidity support

Key Features

  • Second mortgage or mezzanine positions
  • No need to refinance existing senior debt
  • Terms up to 12 months
  • Loan sizes from $250k to $5m
  • Priced for risk and execution speed
  • Works with most senior lenders

Typical Structure

Registered second mortgage or mezzanine position • Terms up to 12 months • Loan sizes from $250k up to $5m • Priced for risk and execution speed

Unlocks capital without refinancing the senior loan.

Eligibility Criteria

Position
Second mortgage or mezzanine
Combined LVR
Up to 80-85%
Minimum Loan
$250,000
Term
Up to 12 months
Senior Lender
Must consent to second mortgage

Indicative Fees

Establishment Fee
2-4%
Higher due to subordinate position
Interest Rate
14-20% p.a.
Reflects mezzanine risk
Exit Fee
Nil

Indicative only. All pricing subject to credit assessment, security quality, and borrower profile.

Required Documents

Borrower ID
Entity Documentation
Senior Loan Facility Agreement
Current facility terms
Senior Loan Statement
Current balance and status
Current Valuation
Exit Strategy
Clear repayment pathway

All applications subject to credit approval

Senior lender consent required

Intercreditor arrangements may apply

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my senior lender need to consent?

Yes, we require consent from the existing senior lender before registering a second mortgage.

What is the maximum combined LVR?

Combined LVR (first + second mortgage) typically up to 80-85% depending on the security and senior lender terms.

What can the funds be used for?

Common uses include equity release, cost overruns, project completion, deposits, or short-term liquidity needs.

How quickly can you fund?

Subject to senior lender consent and valuation, funding can occur within 2-4 weeks.

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