Retail-Commercial Mortgages

Commercial Mortgages for Shops & Retail Units

Welcome to Momentum Mortgages – commercial mortgage broker specialists

Based in Sevenoaks, Kent and serving clients throughout London and the whole of the UK

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At Momentum Mortgages, we specialise in helping business owners and investors secure funding for shops and retail spaces, whatever the shape or size.

Whether you’re buying a high street shop, opening a local convenience store, or investing in retail property, getting the right mortgage is key.

A commercial mortgage for a shop or retail unit is used to buy or refinance a property that’s primarily used for retail purposes. This could be anything from a corner shop to a boutique clothing store or a larger high street premises.

These mortgages are typically used by:

  • Business owners buying the premises they trade from
  • Landlords investing in retail property to rent out
  • Developers purchasing with a view to refurbish or repurpose
  • High street shops
  • Convenience stores
  • Newsagents
  • Off-licences
  • Hairdressers and salons
  • Dry cleaners and laundrettes
  • Takeaways and restaurants
  • Retail units with residential flats above

 

If you’re looking at a property that’s part commercial and part residential, a semi-commercial mortgage may be a better fit. Learn more about semi-commercial mortgages.

Lenders typically offer up to 75% of the property’s value, though this can vary depending on the strength of the business, your experience, and the property type. In some cases, higher lending may be possible with additional security or a strong track record.

Loan amounts usually start from £50,000 and can go well into the millions for larger portfolios or prime retail sites.

  • The type of shop or retail business
  • Trading history and profitability (if owner-occupied)
  • Tenant quality and lease terms (if rented)
  • Location and footfall
  • Your deposit and credit profile
  • Your experience in retail or property investment
  • Owner-occupied: You run your business from the shop and want to own the premises. Lenders will assess your business’s financials, cash flow, and growth plans.
  • Investment: You’re buying a shop to let it out. The focus will be on the lease agreement, tenant reliability, and rental income.

 

We can help with both – and if your situation is a bit more complex (for example, buying through a limited company or pension scheme), that’s no problem either.

We’re specialists in commercial and semi-commercial lending. Our advice is always tailored to your goals, whether you’re buying for investment, occupation, or a bit of both.

We work with a wide panel of lenders, including high street banks, challenger banks, and specialist lenders – many of whom only work through brokers like us.

Why Momentum?

Retail property is its own niche, and not every broker understands it. We do. Whether it’s your first commercial purchase or one of many, we’ll guide you through the process, explain your options clearly, and find a deal that works for you – not just the lender.

Access

Access to retail-specialist lenders and exclusive rates

Support

Help with leasehold properties, mixed-use, and limited company purchases

Honest

Honest, expert advice with no jargon

Hands-on

Hands-on support from application to completion

Let’s talk about your shop mortgage

Want to explore what’s possible?

We’d love to help.

Schedule a consultation today and take the next step with confidence.

Mortgage broker Kent