Commercial financing

Commercial financing, structured to move.

Office, retail, industrial, multi-unit, and investment property. Our commercial team has worked on the lender side of the table, so we know how a file gets read and what it takes to move a deal forward.

Who we work with

Built for owners, investors, and operators.

Whether you are buying your first income property, refinancing to free up equity, or acquiring a portfolio, the work is the same. Understand the asset, understand the lender, and present a file that earns a yes. We do that work for you, and we explain every step as we go. We are mortgage brokers, not bankers. We work for you, as your advocate, with access to a broad range of lenders rather than a single bank’s shelf.

  • Business owners buying or refinancing their premises
  • Investors acquiring or refinancing rental property
  • Multi-unit and multifamily, including 5+ unit apartment buildings
  • Mixed-use, retail, office, and commercial condo
  • Portfolio acquisitions and refinances
  • Repositioning, value-add, and bridge situations
The deals we work on

What we finance, and how lenders size it.

Most income-property financing comes down to what the property earns and how a lender sizes the loan against it. Here is the general landscape. Every deal is different, so treat these as illustrative starting points, not offers.

Property types: office, retail, industrial, multi-unit, mixed-use Amortization: commonly up to 25 to 30 years DSCR lenders look for: around 1.20x or higher Loan-to-value: often up to roughly 75% CMHC-insured multi-unit: higher leverage, longer amortization
On income property, the loan is usually sized on net operating income and a target debt service coverage ratio (DSCR), not just the purchase price. See what a property might support with our loan-sizing calculator, then bring us the real file and we will pressure-test it.
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Illustrative only and not an offer of financing, a commitment, or a guarantee of approval, amount, rate, or terms. Ranges vary by lender, property, and sponsor. APR. OAC. Subject to change without notice.
Why our team

People who understand credit, valuation, and deal structure.

We have worked on the lender side of the table, so we understand how a file is reviewed and how to position it. That is a team capability, not a single desk. The result is fewer surprises, a cleaner process, and a file that lenders can say yes to.

Lender-side experience

Time inside a Big 5 bank financing mid-market real estate, new construction, and portfolio acquisitions.

Commercial credit depth

Credit and underwriting experience, so we package files the way credit wants to see them.

Valuation and multifamily insight

A read on value and on multifamily and investment deals before they reach a lender.

Relationship strategy

Over 50 years of combined experience structuring complex files and managing lender relationships.

Lender-ready packaging

Clear proformas and a credit story, presented to the right lenders the first time.

As part of TMG The Mortgage Group, we work with a broad range of lenders, with private and structured options to review when a deal calls for it.

How it works

From deal to done.

1

Bring us the deal

Share the property, the numbers, and the goal. Early is better. We can shape the ask before you are under pressure.

2

We assess and structure

We pressure-test the income, the value, and the leverage, then shape the ask so it fits the right lender.

3

We package and present

Clear proformas and a credit write-up, presented to the lenders that fit the asset, the first time.

4

We manage to close

We stay on the file through underwriting, conditions, and funding, and keep you updated the whole way.

How we help

The kinds of files we structure.

An acquisition

An investor buying a multi-unit building. We model the net operating income, size the loan to a target DSCR, and present to lenders that fit the asset.

A refinance

An owner pulling equity out of a stabilized property to fund the next purchase. We structure the takeout and the equity, and time it to the goal.

A repositioning

A value-add building between stabilization and long-term debt. We line up interim financing and a clear exit, with options to review.

Illustrative examples only. We do not share client details.

Run the numbers

Tools and guides for commercial deals.

Start with the numbers, then bring us the file. These are built for the work we do every day.

Common questions

Commercial financing questions.

How is a commercial mortgage different from a residential one?

Commercial financing is usually sized on the property's income and a target debt service coverage ratio, not just the purchase price. Terms are often shorter, amortizations and structures vary by lender and asset, and the documentation is heavier. That is exactly the work we take off your plate.

How much down payment or equity will I need?

It depends on the asset, the lender, and the deal. Conventional commercial financing often looks for meaningful equity, while CMHC-insured multi-unit can allow higher leverage. We will give you a realistic read once we see the file. Any figure we use is illustrative, not an offer.

What is DSCR, and why does it matter?

Debt service coverage ratio is the property's net operating income divided by its annual debt payments. Lenders use it to see whether the income comfortably covers the mortgage. Many commercial lenders look for roughly 1.20x or higher. You can model it in our DSCR calculator.

Do you finance apartment buildings and multi-unit property?

Yes, including 5+ unit and CMHC-insured multi-unit, which can offer higher leverage and longer amortization. Our CMHC multi-unit guide walks through how it works.

My deal has a story. Can you still help?

That is often where a broker matters most. Self-employed income, value-add, unusual assets, or timing pressure all call for the right lender and the right structure. Where it fits, private and structured options are one path to review, never the default.

How long does it take?

It varies with the lender, the asset, and how complete the file is. Bringing us in early, with the property and the numbers, is the single best way to keep a deal on schedule. We manage the file through to funding.

Commercial Financing Inquiry

Discuss Commercial Financing

Tell us about the property and the deal. A member of our commercial team will follow up. You are more than just a client. You are our priority.

Commercial financing options are subject to lender review, property review, and supporting documentation. Submission of this form does not guarantee approval or financing.

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