Knote Second™
(Second Mortgage)

Equity release without refinancing

Unlock equity without disrupting your first loan

What Is Second Mortgage?

A second mortgage is a property-backed loan secured behind an existing first mortgage, allowing borrowers to access additional capital without disturbing their primary loan.

Knote specialises in structured second mortgage lending for scenarios where traditional lenders are unable to meet full funding requirements.

When to Use a Second Mortgage

Equity release without refinancing

Business or investment capital

Bank‑declined or non‑conforming scenarios

Short‑term funding needs

Cashflow support

Eligibility Criteria

Borrowers generally qualify when the following apply

Purpose

Commercial /Business/Investment purpose only (no consumer lending)

Security Property

Residential, commercial, industrial, land, or development sites

Location

Australia‑wide

Ownership

Individuals, companies, or trusts

Equity Position

Sufficient equity to support total LVR (up to 90% residential / 80% commercial)

Credit Profile

Flexible–impaired credit acceptable

Minimum Loan Amount

$100,000-$5,000,000 (tailorable to scenario)

Key Features

FeatureDetails
Security Second Mortgage (behind existing lender)
Loan Term Up to 12 months
Max LVR (Residential) Up to 90%
Max LVR (Commercial) Up to 80%
Approval Time 24-48 hours
Close Great Commercial Deals Faster with Gap Funding

Cost Overview (Indicative)

Fees:

Access equity without disrupting your existing finance structure.

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