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What is a Junior Mortgage?

A junior mortgage is a mortgage that is subordinate to an existing mortgage. This means that if the property is foreclosed upon, the first mortgage holder has priority in claiming the proceeds from the sale, and the junior mortgage holder only receives any remaining funds after the senior mortgage is paid off.

Key points about junior mortgages:

  • Subordination: The junior mortgage is "junior" to the first mortgage, meaning it comes second in line for repayment.

  • Risk: Junior mortgage holders face a higher risk of losing their investment if the property value declines or the borrower defaults on the loan.

  • Interest Rates: Junior mortgages often have higher interest rates to compensate for the increased risk.

  • Use Cases: Junior mortgages are sometimes used for:

    • Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs): These often act as junior mortgages.

    • Second Mortgages: These are separate loans secured by the same property.

    • Seller Financing: In some cases, the seller may finance part of the purchase price, creating a junior mortgage.

In essence, a junior mortgage is a less secure loan that is taken out after an existing mortgage is already in place.


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