History

Trez Capital was founded by Morley Greene, a lawyer with extensive experience in the mortgage and real estate industries. While practicing law, Mr. Greene came to realize that large financial institutions weren’t meeting the needs of commercial property owners and developers. Banks often refused to adjust rigid lending criteria or responded slowly to financing opportunities, even for a borrower with a solid track record and desirable property security. Recognizing the opportunity to provide short-term financing for properties undergoing repositioning or renovation, Mr. Greene formed Trez Capital in 1997.

Trez Capital soon began to increase market share in major Canadian cities by focusing on smaller developers of high-quality properties. Borrowers appreciated our flexible terms, competitive rates and quick approvals on commercial mortgages. We also built a loyal following of private investors. Attracted by our stable returns, real-property security and extensive risk analysis, investors initially participated through syndication arrangements and later mortgage investment corporations. Canada was our first market for those investments; however, we eventually expanded in a limited capacity to the western United States.

We now manage a diversified commercial mortgage portfolio valued at over $700 million. Operating from offices in Vancouver and Toronto, our team of 40 real estate finance specialists manage all aspects of mortgage financing. From loan origination and property due diligence, to funding and servicing, our hands-on approach ensures that each loan is suitably structured and fully secured.

Trez Capital has evolved to become one of Canada’s largest private commercial mortgage lenders. We have formed several mortgage investment funds and originated over 700 commercial mortgages totaling more than $2.2 billion. Our investors range from high net worth individuals to some of Canada’s largest pension funds.