Non-Recourse Mortgage

What Does Non-Recourse Mortgage Mean?

A non-recourse mortgage is a loan secured by collateral, typically real estate, where the borrower is not personally liable for repayment beyond the value of the pledged property.

Insuranceopedia Explains Non-Recourse Mortgage

If a borrower defaults on a non-recourse mortgage, the lender is entitled to seize and sell the collateral. However, if the sale does not cover the full loan amount, the lender cannot pursue the borrower for the remaining balance.

Non-recourse mortgages are typically limited to loan-to-value ratios of 50% to 60%, ensuring that the property used as collateral provides sufficient security for the loan.