Keep your Ontario home or buy your ex out with a tailored divorce mortgage.
Access spousal buy-out programs up to 95% LTV under CMHC or Sagen.
Expert guidance under Ontario Family Law Act rules on property division.
Work with A, B, and private lenders across Ontario for flexible approvals.
Navigating a divorce is never easy — especially when a home and mortgage are involved.
At Citadel Mortgages, we help Ontario homeowners refinance, buy out their ex-partner, or start fresh with a new mortgage — all while protecting their credit and home equity.
Our mortgage agents will work with you and your lawyer, who is trained in the Ontario Family Law Act framework, to ensure your financing solution aligns with your separation agreement, equalization payments, and court settlement.
Mortgage brokers play a pivotal role in helping Canadians find tailored financing options, providing expert advice, and navigating the often complex mortgage market.
For more detailed information on mortgage types, costs, and rights, consult the Government of Canada – Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC).
A divorce mortgage (also known as a spousal buy-out mortgage) helps one partner keep the family home by refinancing and buying out the other spouse’s share of the equity.
It can also allow both parties to refinance separately, settle debts, or purchase new homes individually.
Citadel Mortgages offers solutions including:
Spousal Buy-Out Refinance (stay in the home)
New Purchase Mortgage (buy your own home post-divorce)
Bridge & Private Lending (interim solutions while assets are finalized)
💡 Our role is to simplify your mortgage transition — so you can focus on rebuilding, not red tape.
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| Program Type | Purpose | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Spousal Buy-Out Program (CMHC/Sagen) | Keep your existing home | Up to 95% LTV, standard income/credit guidelines |
| Refinance After Separation | Pay out joint debts and reset ownership | Flexible lender options for varying credit |
| Private or B-Lender Solutions | For lower credit or complex income | Equity-based approvals |
| Bridge Loans | Short-term funding while buying/selling | Fast approvals within 72 hours |
💡 Citadel Mortgages accesses all Ontario lenders to find the best path forward — from A banks to alternative lending partners.
Under the Ontario Family Law Act, both spouses are entitled to equalization of net family property, meaning the increase in value of shared assets during the marriage is divided equally.
Key takeaways for mortgage planning:
A separation agreement or court order is required to release funds for buy-out.
Spousal support or child support can be used as qualifying income (with documentation).
CMHC’s Spousal Buy-Out Program treats the refinance as a purchase, enabling up to 95% LTV.
Lawyers must handle the title transfer and ensure discharge of the outgoing spouse’s interest.
🏦 Citadel Mortgages will work with you and your lawyer to ensure your file aligns with both lender policy and legal compliance under Ontario’s Family Law Act.
Property Valuation — Establish current fair market value of the home.
Legal Separation Agreement — Required under the Ontario Family Law Act, confirming property division and buy-out terms.
Mortgage Pre-Approval — Citadel assesses your new financial standing and income (including support payments if applicable).
Spousal Buy-Out Refinance — Borrow up to 95% LTV under CMHC or Sagen programs.
Title Transfer & Equity Settlement — Complete legal documentation with your lawyer.
🏡 Citadel Mortgages coordinates directly with your lawyer and appraiser to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Home Value: $800,000
Current Mortgage: $400,000
Equity: $400,000
Spouse A wishes to keep the home and buy out Spouse B’s $200,000 share.
➡️ Citadel arranges a refinance to $600,000 (75% LTV) under the Spousal Buy-Out Program — releasing funds to pay Spouse B while keeping the mortgage affordable.
✅ Result: Spouse A keeps the family home, Spouse B receives their fair share, and both move forward financially secure.
Yes — Ontario lenders accept verifiable support payments with documentation.
Up to 95% LTV under CMHC/Sagen’s Spousal Buy-Out Program.
Yes — Citadel partners with trusted Ontario private lenders for flexible solutions.
Yes lenders make this a requirement.
Typically 2–4 weeks, depending on documentation and legal coordination.
Simplify your financial planning with our full calculator suite:
🏦 Access to 50+ Lenders Across Ontario (A, B & Private)
💡 Experience in Family Law Financing and spousal buy-outs
⚖️ Direct coordination with Ontario lawyers for title transfers
📈 Customized refinance strategies to rebuild stability
🤝 Compassionate, confidential service throughout your transition
Divorce doesn’t have to mean starting over — it can mean starting stronger.
Let Citadel Mortgages help you find the right Ontario divorce mortgage to protect your equity and rebuild your financial future.
Citadel Mortgages provides divorce mortgage solutions in Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia, supporting clients with refinancing, spousal buyouts, and post-separation homeownership.