07/23/2026
A Promissory Note Is NOT a Mortgage! 🚨
Thinking a signed promissory note automatically secures your money against a property? Think again. 📄❌
A common mistake in private lending is assuming a promissory note gives you direct rights to a borrower’s real estate. A note is just a personal promise to pay. It cannot be registered directly on title.
To protect your investment, your loan must be backed by a properly drafted and registered mortgage/charge on the property. Without it, you’re an unsecured lender facing massive legal hurdles if things go south.
Consult our office to properly secure your capital before the funds leave your account. 💼🏠