Because not everyone fits into the same box Dec 11th

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Romy Bowers Named New CMHC CEO as Outgoing Evan Siddall Addresses Off-the-Mark Forecasts + MORE Mar 5th

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation has named its new CEO, capping what has been an extended search to replace outgoing chief Evan Siddall. Romy Bowers, CMHC’s current Vice President of Client Solutions, will succeed Siddall and officially begin her five-year term starting April 6. .... More »

How to save on home insurance Jul 10th

Affordable home insurance: Does it even exist? While home insurance is not mandatory by law, like auto insurance is, most mortgage lenders require it—and for good reason. Home insurance protects your home and personal possessions from damage or loss.  Your home is collateral for your mortgage loa.... More »

The Latest in Mortgage News: Bond yields soar higher, fixed mortgage rates expected to follow Jun 15th

Bond yields surged to a fresh 14-year high this week, driving expectations that fixed rates are likely to continue rising..... More »
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AKAL launches AKAL Canada brand to drive national expansion Sep 25th

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How does credit card debt affect a mortgage application? Apr 7th

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Because not everyone fits into the same box

You might have seen the headline “HSBC crushes mortgage records with 0.99% variable rate”. No doubt about it, this is a great rate. However, it’s not for everybody. It is important to remember, like most deals, there are some restrictions. Among other things this offering is limited to high-ratio mortgages with a downpayment of less than 20 per cent. The reality is a higher interest rate may apply for non-owner-occupied properties, amortizations greater than 25 years and other exceptions to standard lending guidelines. 

It’s good to see this rate as it brings attention to the record low rates that are currently available. My only warning… don’t get fooled into bait and switch tactics. If you are wondering if this or other options might be a good fit for you, speak to an unbiased professional, someone on your side, speak with an experienced Mortgage Broker. 

Wanting to find out more… Call our office to set up a review to see if it makes sense to break your existing mortgage, pay penalty and get into a lower rate…

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