What Is a Margin Call?
A margin call is a type of safety alert used in lending that warns you when the value of your collateral has fallen too low. In crypto lending, you offer your digital assets—like Bitcoin or Ethereum—as collateral to borrow money.
If the market price of your crypto drops too much, your loan becomes risky for the lender. So, when the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio goes above a set limit, the lender sends a margin call.
This means the borrower must either deposit more crypto to back the loan or repay part of it to bring the LTV back to a safe level. If the borrower ignores the warning and the collateral continues to lose value, the lender might sell some or all of the crypto to cover the losses.
How Margin Calls Work in Milo’s Crypto Mortgage
Milo offers a unique crypto mortgage service that lets you buy property in the U.S. using your cryptocurrency as collateral—no need to sell your crypto or pay cash upfront. In fact, Milo can finance 100% of the property’s value by accepting crypto as a down payment substitute.
This is different from traditional home loans, which require your income history, credit score, and other financial documents. Instead, Milo’s mortgage relies entirely on your crypto holdings. This makes it an attractive option for crypto investors who want to turn their digital assets into real estate without liquidating them.
When Does a Margin Call Happen?
A margin call happens if the value of your pledged crypto drops too much after you take out the mortgage. Each loan agreement comes with a preset threshold based on the LTV ratio. If the crypto falls below that threshold, a margin call is triggered.
Generally, the more extra value—or “buffer”—you have above your loan amount, the more protection you have against price drops. A larger buffer gives you more room before a margin call happens.
Common Margin Call and Liquidation Levels (Milo Crypto Mortgage)
Exact figures can vary by loan type and agreement, but here’s an estimate of how Milo’s margin calls work in their most common crypto mortgage products:
- 100% LTV Mortgage
- Margin Call if crypto value drops by 56%–69%
- Possible Liquidation if value drops by 60%–71%
- 90% LTV Mortgage
- Margin Call if crypto value drops by 56%–58%
- Possible Liquidation if value drops by 60%–62%
It’s essential to review your specific loan agreement to know your exact margin call and liquidation points, as these depend on the original LTV agreed at closing.
What Happens After a Margin Call?
Getting a margin call doesn’t change your monthly payment—it’s more like a warning signal. It tells you that your crypto collateral is now worth too little to keep the loan safe, and you must act quickly to fix it.
After a margin call is issued, you typically have 72 hours to take action:
- Option 1: Add more cryptocurrency as collateral to reduce your LTV ratio.
- Option 2: Repay a portion of your loan (called a principal payment) to bring your LTV back into the safe range.
If you don’t take action and the crypto market continues to fall, and your LTV crosses the liquidation limit, the platform may sell some or all of your crypto to recover the loan amount. However, Milo takes pride in working with clients to avoid this situation and has never had to liquidate anyone’s collateral so far.
Margin Calls in Milo’s Crypto Loan
Milo also offers another product: a crypto-backed loan. It’s an asset-based loan, which means you borrow money by locking up your crypto as collateral. There’s no need for a credit check or income documents—your loan is based entirely on the value of the crypto you provide.
How Milo’s Crypto Loan Works
- You can borrow up to 50% of your crypto’s value, using a 2:1 collateral ratio.
- Or choose a 3:1 collateral ratio (borrow less, provide more collateral) to lower your risk of getting a margin call.
- Once your crypto collateral is posted, funds are sent quickly—sometimes the same day.
- Loans start at 12 months but can be extended if your LTV stays within the allowed range.
Margin Call and Liquidation Levels (Milo Crypto Loan)
Just like the mortgage, margin calls in the crypto loan depend on how much buffer you chose:
- 2:1 Collateral Ratio
- Margin Call if your crypto drops 25% in value
- Liquidation if it drops 35%
- 3:1 Collateral Ratio
- Margin Call if your crypto drops 50%
- Liquidation if it drops 56.67%
Again, a margin call is not the same as a liquidation—it’s a signal to take action. If the crypto keeps falling and no action is taken, Milo may liquidate your assets to protect the loan. But they prioritize communication and cooperation to avoid that outcome. In fact, they’ve never had to liquidate any borrower so far.
What Makes Milo’s Risk Approach Different
Unlike some crypto lenders who instantly sell your assets the moment the price drops below the limit, Milo uses a more borrower-friendly process. Their system is designed to be more flexible, giving borrowers time to fix the issue before any drastic action is taken.
Milo’s Two-Tier Risk Management Process
- Margin Call Notice: When the value drops to the margin call threshold, borrowers are notified and given 72 hours to add collateral or repay part of the loan.
- Liquidation Monitoring: If the value keeps dropping and reaches the liquidation point, Milo might sell collateral—but only if no action has been taken and it’s absolutely necessary.
This thoughtful process is part of Milo’s broader risk strategy and client-first philosophy. Their goal is to help borrowers ride out market dips without losing their assets immediately. The fact that no borrower has ever been liquidated speaks to the strength of their system.
Why Margin Calls Matter — and How They Protect Your Crypto
Margin calls play a key role in managing risks for both lenders and borrowers in crypto-backed loans. They help ensure loans remain secure, even when crypto prices swing wildly.
By understanding how LTV ratios, margin calls, and liquidation points work, borrowers can make smarter choices. Milo’s structured and flexible approach gives you tools and time to take control of your loan—even during market downturns.
Whether you’re financing a home with a crypto mortgage or borrowing against your crypto to access cash, knowing how margin calls work helps you stay informed, avoid liquidation, and protect your assets.
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