Commercial Mortgages

Commercial Mortgages – Tailored Property Finance for Business Owners & Investors

Buying or refinancing a commercial property requires specialist support—and a lender who understands your business. Whether you’re expanding your premises, investing in a mixed-use block, or refinancing an HMO portfolio, Mortgage Knight delivers expert commercial mortgage solutions with lenders who make decisions based on the full picture.

What Is a Commercial Mortgage?

A commercial mortgage is used to buy or refinance a property used for business purposes, such as:

  • Owner-occupied premises (e.g. shops, offices, warehouses)
  • HMOs, MUFBs or serviced accommodation
  • Commercial buy-to-let portfolios
  • Properties held in Limited Companies or SPVs

We work with lenders offering finance to individuals, companies, and LLPs with a focus on real-world affordability and investment potential.

What Types of Property Can You Finance?

  • High-street retail shops and units
  • Offices and medical clinics
  • Warehouses and light industrial units
  • Guesthouses and serviced accommodation
  • Semi-commercial (e.g. retail with flats above)
  • HMOs and large multi-units
  • Land with or without planning
  • Purpose-built student housing
  • Mixed-use blocks and commercial portfolios
Who Is It For?

We help:

  • Landlords and investors buying semi-commercial assets
  • Developers refinancing to release equity
  • Limited companies (SPVs) purchasing or refinancing rental blocks
  • Business owners moving from renting to owning their space

Even if you’ve been declined elsewhere, we can help find a lender that understands your needs.

What Are the Key Features?
FeatureTypical Range
Loan size£50,000 to £25 million+
Loan-to-Value (LTV)Up to 75% (more with additional security)
Term length3–30 years
Repayment optionsCapital & interest or interest-only
OwnershipIndividuals, companies, LLPs
Rate typesFixed, tracker, or variable

Why Choose Mortgage Knight for Commercial Mortgages?

  • Specialist knowledge of semi-commercial, mixed-use and business lending
  • Access to private, challenger and commercial banks
  • Solutions for complex cases – including portfolios and non-standard structures
  • Expert guidance on valuation, legal setup and lending terms
  • Support from enquiry to completion – we handle the heavy lifting
Case Study 1: Buying a Mixed-Use Investment

Client: Property investor purchasing a shop with two flats above.

Challenge: His residential BTL lender wouldn’t fund mixed-use.

Solution: We secured a £325,000 commercial mortgage at 70% LTV through a semi-commercial lender.

Result: Deal completed in 4 weeks. Rental income from flats and retail unit now exceeds mortgage payments.

Case Study 2: Expanding Business Premises

Client: Limited company operating a furniture showroom.

Challenge : Renting a unit for years, now wanting to buy the property from landlord.

Solution: We arranged a 75% LTV owner-occupier commercial mortgage with interest-only for the first year.

Result: Lower monthly outgoings than rent and long-term asset growth.

Case Study 3: HMO Portfolio Refinance

Client: Landlord with four large HMOs held under a Limited Company.

Challenge: Looking to refinance all four and raise funds for a new project.

Solution: We arranged commercial portfolio lending, releasing £180,000 of equity with one monthly payment.

Result: Client expanded portfolio without selling any assets.

Frequently Asked Questions

A: Yes. Some lenders will accept applicants with no previous commercial experience, especially for owner-occupier or low-LTV deals.

A: Typically 25%–40%, though some lenders accept less if additional security is offered.

A: Absolutely. Most commercial mortgages are done via SPVs or trading companies for tax efficiency and separation.

A: From application to offer: 2–4 weeks (sometimes faster). Completion depends on legal work, typically 4–8 weeks total.

A: We work with lenders who assess the property and income, not just your credit score. If the deal stacks up, we’ll find a way.

Why Choose Mortgage Knight?