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Private Capital · South Africa
Unlock the wealth in your property without selling it
Bailey Capital provides fast, confidential access to capital secured against residential and commercial property. Retain full ownership. Release the equity you have already built.
- Minimum advance
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- Of market value
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- Maximum term
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- Property value from
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Why Bailey Capital
A private capital partner — not a lender queue
We work with a small number of substantial matters at a time. That means direct access to decision-makers, candid answers, and a process built around discretion rather than volume.
Private funding
Our capital is private. That allows us to structure around the asset and the exit rather than around a rigid credit scorecard designed for retail lending.
Confidential by design
No public marketing of your matter. No unnecessary disclosure. Your information is handled in line with POPIA and used solely to assess and structure your facility.
Property specialists
Property is what we understand. Residential, estate, office, retail, industrial and select development assets are all assessed by people who read title deeds for a living.
Flexible structures
Repayment is shaped around your exit — a sale, a refinance, or direct settlement — rather than forced into a single fixed template.
Professional service
Independent valuation, proper conveyancing, written terms disclosed upfront. Everything documented, nothing improvised.
The Solution
Loan Against Property
A short-term facility secured against property you already own. Instead of selling an appreciating asset under time pressure, you release a portion of its value as capital — and settle when your intended exit arrives.
It is a simple instrument used well by sophisticated owners: the property continues to work for you, the capital does what it needs to do, and the facility closes on a defined date rather than running indefinitely.
- Secured against residential or commercial property
- Advances generally at 30–40% of market value
- From R300 000, term up to 12 months
- Funds applied to any legitimate purpose
Benefits
What the facility makes possible
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Unlock equity
Convert value you already hold into usable capital.
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Keep ownership
The title stays in your name and the asset stays yours.
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Fast funding
Built for owners who need to move before an opportunity closes.
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Flexible repayment
Structured around a sale, a refinance or direct settlement.
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Business growth
Fund stock, contracts, payroll or expansion without diluting equity.
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Investment opportunities
Act decisively on assets that will not wait for a bank cycle.
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Bridge finance
Cover the gap between a delayed transfer and the cash you need now.
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Professional guidance
Candid advice on whether this facility is the right instrument at all.
Qualification
Does your property qualify?
The assessment is asset-led. The central question is whether the property carries enough equity to support the advance, and whether there is a credible exit within twelve months.
Property type
Residential or commercial
Indicative value
From approximately R1 million
Equity
Sufficient equity required — preferably unbonded
Existing bond
A low outstanding bond may still qualify
Advance
Generally 30–40% of market value
Minimum loan
R300 000
Maximum loan
Determined by valuation and due diligence
Term
Up to 12 months
These are general guidelines, not a commitment to lend. Every matter is assessed on its own facts. Terms and conditions apply.
How It Works
Five steps from enquiry to capital
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Submit enquiry
You complete a short, confidential form. No documents required at this stage — just the property, the value and the amount you need.
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Property review
We assess the asset, its equity position and the proposed exit, and revert with an indicative view of what the property can support.
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Due diligence
Independent valuation, title and bond verification, and confirmation of ownership and identity. Thorough, but kept as light as the matter allows.
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Funding approval
Written terms setting out the advance, the term, all costs and the agreed exit. Nothing is signed until you have read and accepted it.
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Capital released
Security is registered and funds are transferred to your nominated account. The property remains yours throughout.
Repayment
Structured around your exit
Short-term capital works when the way out is clear from day one. We agree the exit in writing before funding, and we structure the facility around it.
Property sale
Where a sale is already in motion or planned, the facility settles from the proceeds on transfer — giving you liquidity now without accepting a discounted offer under pressure.
Refinancing
Where longer-term bank funding is being arranged, our facility bridges the interim period and is settled once that facility registers.
Direct settlement
Where business cash flow, a contract payment or another expected inflow will clear the facility, settlement is made directly within the agreed term.
Terms and conditions apply. Repayment structures are agreed in writing prior to funding.
Perspective
Property equity as working capital: a South African perspective
Most substantial wealth in South Africa is held in property, and most of it is illiquid. An owner can hold a fully paid Sandton office block, an unbonded home in the Cape Winelands or an industrial site in Durban and still find themselves unable to move on a time-sensitive opportunity — because the value is real, but it is locked in brick.
Why owners look beyond traditional bank finance
Bank lending in South Africa is built for predictability. It rewards long, documented, salaried income histories and penalises the irregular cash-flow patterns of entrepreneurs, commission-based professionals, developers and investors. The assessment is largely about the borrower. A loan against property inverts that: the assessment is largely about the asset. Where a property carries genuine equity and there is a credible way out within twelve months, a facility can be structured that a scorecard would never reach.
This is not a substitute for a bond. It is a different instrument for a different job — short-dated, asset-backed and purpose-built for situations where timing matters more than tenor.
Where property-backed private finance genuinely fits
Bridge finance in South Africa is the most familiar case: a property has sold, but transfer and registration will take months, and capital is needed now. Rather than accepting a lower cash offer to accelerate the timeline, the owner bridges the gap and settles on transfer.
A second case is opportunity capital. Development sites, distressed acquisitions and off-market commercial assets are typically won by whoever can commit quickly. A facility secured against an existing unencumbered property converts a slow asset into a fast one.
A third is business liquidity. An established business with a strong order book can still be short of the cash to fulfil a large contract. Where the principal owns property, that property can fund the contract without issuing equity, taking on a partner, or accepting punitive unsecured rates.
What responsible property-backed lending looks like
Conservative loan-to-value is the single most important protection for a borrower. Advancing 30–40% of market value leaves a substantial equity buffer, which means an ordinary market movement does not put the asset at risk. An owner should be wary of any private lender willing to advance close to full value on a short-term basis.
Equally important is a defined exit. Short-term capital used without a plan to repay it is the most common way a sound facility becomes a difficult one. Before funding, the exit should be identified, tested and recorded in writing — and the lender should be prepared to say no where it is not credible.
Finally: full written disclosure. Every cost — interest, valuation, legal, conveyancing and registration — should appear in an offer you can read, take to your own attorney, and consider before you sign. Bailey Capital works this way as a matter of course.
Questions worth asking any private lender
- What loan-to-value are you advancing, and what buffer does that leave me?
- What is the total cost of the facility over the full term, in rands?
- What happens if my exit is delayed by a month? By three?
- Who holds the security, and how is it released on settlement?
- Will I receive written terms before I am asked to commit to anything?
This page is general information about property-backed finance and is not financial, legal or tax advice. It is not an offer of credit. You should obtain independent advice appropriate to your circumstances before entering into any finance agreement. Terms and conditions apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything owners ask us first
What is a loan against property?
A loan against property is a short-term facility secured by a residential or commercial property you already own. Rather than selling the asset, you pledge it as security and release a portion of its value as cash. At Bailey Capital, advances are generally structured at 30–40% of the property's market value, from a minimum of R300 000, over a term of up to 12 months.
How much can I borrow against my property in South Africa?
Funding is generally advanced at between 30% and 40% of the property's market value. The minimum advance is R300 000, and the maximum is determined through independent valuation and due diligence. As an indication, a property valued at R3 million would typically support an advance in the region of R900 000 to R1.2 million — subject to equity, title and assessment.
Do I need to sell my property to access the funds?
No. You retain full ownership and continued use of the property throughout the term. The facility exists precisely so that owners can access liquidity without being forced into a rushed or under-valued sale.
What types of property qualify?
Both residential and commercial property qualify — houses, apartments, estate homes, offices, retail premises, industrial buildings and certain development sites. Properties are preferably unbonded, though a property carrying a low outstanding bond may still qualify where sufficient equity remains.
What is the minimum property value?
As a working guideline, we consider properties valued from approximately R1 million upward. Because advances are calculated against market value, the property must carry enough equity to support the minimum advance of R300 000.
Can I qualify if my property still has a bond on it?
Possibly. A property with a low outstanding bond may qualify where the remaining equity is sufficient to support the facility. Each case is assessed individually — the outstanding balance, the bondholder's position and the property's value all matter.
How quickly can funds be released?
Timelines depend on how complete your documentation is, the valuation, and the conveyancing steps required to register security. Bailey Capital is structured for speed: enquiries are reviewed promptly and matters move to funding as soon as due diligence and registration allow. Your advisor will give you a realistic timeline for your specific property at the outset rather than an optimistic one.
What is the maximum loan term?
Facilities are written for a term of up to 12 months. This is deliberately short-term capital, structured around a defined exit.
How is the loan repaid?
Repayment is structured to suit your circumstances. The three most common exits are the sale of the property, refinancing through a bank or other lender, and direct settlement from your own funds or business cash flow. The exit route is agreed in writing before funding. Terms and conditions apply.
What can the funds be used for?
Any legitimate purpose: working capital, business expansion, settling a pressing obligation, securing an investment or development opportunity, bridging a delayed property sale, tax or estate obligations, or any other lawful commercial or personal requirement.
Is my enquiry confidential?
Yes. Bailey Capital operates as a private capital partner and treats every enquiry as confidential. Information is used solely to assess your matter, is handled in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and is never sold or shared for third-party marketing.
Who typically uses this kind of finance?
Business owners needing working capital at short notice; property investors and developers moving on time-sensitive opportunities; professionals and executives requiring temporary liquidity; and individuals awaiting the transfer of a property sale.
What documents will I need to provide?
Typically: proof of identity, proof of ownership such as the title deed, a recent municipal rates account, details of any existing bond, and a clear description of the intended use of funds and proposed exit. Business applicants may be asked for company registration and financial information. Your advisor will confirm the exact list for your matter — nothing is requested that the assessment does not require.
Is a property valuation required?
Yes. An independent valuation establishes market value, which determines the advance available. It protects both parties and forms part of standard due diligence.
Are there costs involved?
As with any secured facility, costs may include valuation, legal and conveyancing fees, and the cost of registering security. All applicable costs, interest and fees are disclosed in writing in your offer before you commit to anything, so you can take the terms to your own attorney first. Terms and conditions apply.
How do I start an application?
Complete the confidential enquiry form below with your contact details, the property address, its estimated value, the amount required and whether an existing bond is in place. A Bailey Capital advisor will review the matter and contact you to discuss your options.
Confidential Enquiry
Find out what your property can release
Six short questions. No documents required at this stage. A Bailey Capital advisor will review your matter personally and respond with a considered view — not an automated reply.
- Handled confidentially under POPIA
- No obligation and no cost to enquire
- Reviewed by a principal, not a call centre
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