Quick answer: Where a company or trust borrows, commercial lenders commonly require key owners or directors to guarantee the debt. The property mortgage secures the asset; the guarantee is separate personal support. Read the scope and obtain legal advice before signing broad guarantees.
Questions borrowers, investors and developers commonly ask
- The property is already mortgaged — why does the lender also need me to guarantee it?
- Can I limit or remove a personal guarantee later?
Security and guarantee solve different risks
The mortgage gives rights over the property; a guarantee can give recourse to the guarantor if the borrower cannot meet obligations.
Release is not automatic
A guarantee normally remains until the lender formally releases it, even if leverage improves.
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General information only. Commercial-property and development lending criteria vary by lender, transaction, security and market conditions. This is not legal, tax or investment advice.
Frequently asked questions
The property is already mortgaged — why does the lender also need me to guarantee it?
Where a company or trust borrows, commercial lenders commonly require key owners or directors to guarantee the debt. The property mortgage secures the asset; the guarantee is separate personal support. Read the scope and obtain legal advice before signing broad guarantees.
Can I limit or remove a personal guarantee later?
The mortgage gives rights over the property; a guarantee can give recourse to the guarantor if the borrower cannot meet obligations.
Will every lender treat this the same way?
No. Commercial and development lending policy varies materially by lender and transaction.
Should I apply before the structure is tested?
For material or unusual transactions, test lender fit and the funding structure before creating formal applications.
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