Buying a property that serves more than one purpose — a bakery on the ground floor with two apartments above, or a live-work unit where you run your business downstairs and sleep upstairs — sounds like a smart investment. And it is. However, when you approach a bank to discuss financing, the process can quickly become complex. The big question most buyers face is this: can you actually secure a residential mortgage on a mixed-use property? And just as importantly — are mixed