With the recent rise in interest rates, industry conversations are naturally turning to the effect on Canadians trying to get a mortgage. And as much as potential home buyers may have had their frustrations about the mortgage stress test in recent years, that will help them cope with this rise… Read More
There’s a growing market in the mortgage industry…people who are new to Canada. According to Statistics Canada, the Canadian population saw a record surge in growth last year. About 95.9% of this growth was fueled by immigration. The number of permanent residents arriving in Canada is expected… Read More
As a mortgage professional, you would not intentionally allow fraud of any kind on a mortgage application. How common could it be anyway? You’d be surprised, and more than ever, you should be on your guard against it. There are many types of mortgage fraud, but these… Read More
Make sure to download this handy infographic PDF to learn more about what the 5 Cs of Credit are. Before you submit an alternative lending deal to your lender, it’s important to dig deep into your client’s story. The more information gathered from your clients, the… Read More
One three-digit number has a lot of power. A client’s credit score is a critical factor in getting approved for a mortgage, and it can affect the interest rate on that mortgage. That credit score is calculated using a complex set of algorithms that consider the following factors: Length of… Read More
There is an established and growing population of workers in the employment market where the concept of a traditional job has been replaced with a series of well-paying gigs. It is creating a new market for brokers and challenging lenders to redefine acceptable primary sources of income. According to Statistics… Read More
Understanding that Canadians are struggling with homeownership and mortgage affordability over the foreseeable future, there are some things you can do as a mortgage broker to address them directly. Whether your clients are looking for a new home or need to refinance, talking to an informed mortgage broker can really… Read More
Look no further than the recent interest rate hikes to understand why the mortgage stress test is so important. It protects the clients and the lenders if interest rates rise, and it’s in everyone’s best interest for the homeowner to afford their mortgage payments. We know mortgage brokers are between… Read More
Gross-ups and add-backs and adjustable rates… OH MY! There are so many tools available to help get a deal done, that it can be hard to keep track. Don’t fret; let us dig into a few you can use to help your clients see an approval. Gross-ups and add-backs can… Read More
