Mortgage Tips: The "Three-Legged Stool"

Posted On Aug 29, 2023

Imagine a mortgage approval as a three-legged stool, with each leg representing a crucial element:1) Property2) Income3) Credit Just like a sturdy stool, all three legs need to be strong. If even one is weak, the stability of your mortgage can...

Mortgage Tips: Type A Property Specs

Posted On Aug 16, 2023

Want to know what differentiates a "Type A" property for mortgage financing purposes? Here's a checklist: Type A PropertyFoundation must be permanent and installed beyond the frost line. This includes concrete / concrete block or preserved wood...

What is a Pre-Approval vs. Approval?

Posted On Jul 18, 2023

PRE-APPROVALAn assessment of your financial situation, indicating the maximum loan amount you qualify for. It helps determine your budget and secures an interest rate hold for up to 120 days. A pre-approval is the first step in the home-buying...

A Brokers Services

Posted On Jul 14, 2023

As a mortgage broker, I offer OPTIONS, SAVINGS & SERVICE with NO FEES (Subject to credit approval). The bank pays me!I can help with:Purchase financingRenewalsInvestment propertiesCottagesEquity take-out optionsSelf-employed solutionsDebt...

Mortgage Tips: Conventional/Uninsured Purchase

Posted On Jul 14, 2023

Conventional/Uninsured PurchaseMinimum 20% down paymentPurchase price can be above $1M “Sliding scale” financing applicable on some purchase prices above $1M (depending on lender/bank)For example: $1.5M purchase price might offer 80% financing...

Another Rate Hike on The Way?

Posted On Jun 06, 2023

With inflation on the rise in April, economists say the BoC is likely to raise the overnight lending rate again. This will impact variable rate mortgages and lines of credit.  Read more here: There’s a chance of a BoC rate hike this week, but...