The new B20 guidelines are set to come into effect on January 1, 2018. It is essential for Mortgage Brokers to understand lenders and their niches, and what impact these changes will have. Accordingly, we have compiled Brokers’ most commonly-asked questions to...
For your clients who need a quick-fix mortgage, putting together an exit strategy is a must! Here are three tips for planning an exit strategy that will help you transition your borrowers: 1. Begin Right Away. Successful exit strategies depend on getting started right...
The maturity date of your mortgage is fast approaching. The maturity of your mortgage gives you an opportunity to review your financial situation and make some decisions based on your financial goals and current situation. If you discussed an exit strategy with your...
Crafting a mortgage file for submission is an art, but did you know that your submission notes can be one of the most important parts of your deal? Thorough broker notes can lead to speedier approvals and a smoother underwriting process. Here are the top 5 things you...
The day-to-day life at a mortgage brokerage can be fast paced at the best of times. Once a last-minute purchase or urgent refinance is added to that mix, the pace can threaten to become hectic. Oftentimes, it is tempting in these situations to close that last-minute...