Emergency Mortgage Financing: When You Need Approval Fast
Need mortgage approval in 48-72 hours? Learn about emergency financing options, fast-track lenders, and strategies to save time-sensitive deals.
Equity-Based Financing When the Bank Says No
Private Mortgage Lenders
Private mortgage lenders approve first and second mortgages based mainly on your property and equity, not just your income or credit score. Jay connects Calgary borrowers with reputable private lenders for short-term financing, and builds an exit strategy back to a bank or B-lender.
Is This Right for You?
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You are self-employed or have stated income that banks will not recognize
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You have bruised credit, a recent consumer proposal, or collections and have been declined
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You have a tight closing date and cannot wait for a traditional lender's timeline
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You need to borrow against equity in a property, including as a second mortgage
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You have a property or situation that falls outside bank guidelines and need a short-term bridge to a better solution
What's Included
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Private first and second mortgages across Calgary and area
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Equity-based approvals for self-employed, stated-income, and bruised-credit borrowers
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Fast turnaround for time-sensitive closings
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Short terms (often 6-24 months) with a clear exit plan
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Upfront disclosure of lender fees and any broker fee
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Strategy to move you back to a B-lender or A-lender
The Process
How It Works
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File & Equity Review
Jay reviews the property, your equity, your income picture, and your timeline to confirm whether private financing is genuinely the right tool.
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Lender Matching
Jay matches your file with private lenders whose appetite fits your property, location, and loan size, and compares more than one option where possible.
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Transparent Terms
You receive the rate, term, lender fee, and any broker fee in writing before you commit. Private financing costs more, and Jay makes sure you know exactly how much.
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Appraisal & Legal
An appraisal confirms the property value, and your lawyer registers the mortgage. Jay coordinates with all parties to keep the timeline on track.
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Exit Strategy
Jay builds a plan from day one for refinancing into a B-lender or A-lender before the private term ends, so you are not stuck in higher-cost financing.
Key Details
Typical Terms
6-24 months
Typical Lender Fees
~1-3%
Response Time
< 24 hrs
Consultation
Free
Documentation
What You'll Need
Government-issued photo ID and proof of address
Property tax statement and proof of home insurance
Current mortgage statement(s), if existing financing is in place
Proof of income or alternative documentation (bank statements, NOAs)
Purchase agreement, if buying or closing on a property
Credit authorization
Requirements
Eligibility
Sufficient equity in the property — lenders often lend only up to a set share of its value
A property that meets the lender's criteria for type and location
A realistic exit strategy, such as refinancing to a B-lender or A-lender
Ability to cover the interest payments, or a lender-approved plan for them
Willingness to review all fees and terms before committing
Calgary & Alberta Advantage
Alberta has an established private mortgage market, and Calgary borrowers often turn to private lenders when a closing date is close, income is hard to document, or a bank has declined a file. Private mortgages involve legal costs, an appraisal, and lender fees that you should factor in. Private lenders can be a useful stepping stone, not a permanent solution. Jay works with private lenders on first and second mortgages, discloses every fee up front, and builds an exit plan back to a B-lender or A-lender.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked
Available in These Areas
Private Mortgage Lenders services across Calgary and surrounding communities
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