Good news from Canada’s Banking Regulator! After nine months of discussions with industry stakeholders, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) has decided not to move forward with certain proposed mortgage regulations. OSFI has confirmed that they won’t pursue two of their proposed regulations: debt-to-income (DTI) restrictions and debt service loan coverage restrictions.…
Canadian banks are reporting a surge in interest in the newly introduced First Home Savings Account (FHSA) program. This innovative initiative empowers potential homebuyers to kickstart their homeownership journey by saving and investing for a down payment, all while enjoying tax-free benefits! At Canadian Mortgage Professionals, we’re thrilled to keep you in the loop about…
Real Property Report, what is it exactly and how important is it to our offer to purchase.
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Credit is important when applying for a mortgage because it gives lenders an idea of your creditworthiness and ability to repay the loan. Basically, lenders use your credit score and credit history to determine the risk of lending you money. A good credit score and credit history indicate that you are a responsible borrower who…
Canada’s new tax-free First Home Savings Account kicks in April 1. Here’s what you need to know! The dream of home ownership may be a just little closer this year for Canadians, with the introduction of a new tax-free first home savings account. The new Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA) rolls out on April…
Proposed New Mortgage Regulations Be prepared – Stricter rules around qualifying for a mortgage could be coming this spring. Canada’s banking regulator OSFI (The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions) proposed three new regulations that could further restrict mortgage lending. A review is underway. Potential additions come as OSFI is saying risk around loans…
Property Title Fraud What is property title fraud? And how can you prevent it from happening? Property title fraud is when a person uses fake identification or forged documents to steal the identity of a homeowner. Essentially, fraudsters take away their “title,” or legal ownership of their property. Once fraudsters have their hands on…
CO-SIGNING A MORTGAGE With our current real estate market, getting a Mortgage is not as easy as it has been in the past. With rising rates, and more qualification criteria, it is certainly more challenging. But don’t worry – There are many ways that home buyers can get approved more easily. One of the most…
Caution with “Cash-back Mortgages”! Cash-back mortgages are being marketed more in recent months. We extend a word of caution and recommend you ask for, and understand the fine print before proceeding. Short-term financial gain may lead to long-term repayment pain. One common fine print consideration – Most often if you refinance, or break your mortgage…