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Ontario's Second Mortgage Specialists

Helping brokers place residential deals that fall outside traditional lending guidelines.

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Black Bear Second Mortgage Program Overview



Flexible Lending

✔ $25,000–$500,000+ (higher exceptions considered)

✔ Up to 80% LTV in major urban centres, up to 75% in small towns

✔ Up to 70% LTV on Cottages and Hobby Farms

✔ Unique property financing available


Flexible Underwriting

✔ Low beacon scores considered

✔ Behind reverse mortgages considered

✔ Behind existing private first mortgages considered

All files are subject to a full review by our underwriting team*


Flexible Terms

✔ Fully open — no prepayment penalties

✔ Fully prepaid options

✔ 2-year terms available

Black Bear regularly works with mortgage brokers on residential files involving:

  • Debt consolidation
  • Equity take-outs
  • Home renovations
  • Self-employed borrowers
  • Credit challenges
  • Tax arrears
  • Divorce or separation settlements
  • Mortgage Payouts
  • Time-sensitive closings
  • and more!
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Ready to get started?

Not sure if your file fits our guidelines? Our team is happy to review your scenario, answer your questions, and help structure a solution before you submit.