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6 Things All Co-signors Should Consider
Oct 2, 2019 | Source: Mortgage Architects

Co-signing on a loan may seem like an easy way to help a loved one (child, family member, friend, etc.). In today’s market conditions, a co-signor can offer a solution to overcome the high market prices and stress testing measures that are now in place for Canadian borrowers....more

Canada's First Time Homebuyer Incentive Program
Sep 24, 2019 | Source: Mortgage Architects

The new First-Time Home Buyer Incentive allows eligible first-time homebuyers, who have the minimum downpayment for an insured mortgage, to apply to finance a portion of their home purchase through a form of shared equity mortgage with the Government of Canada....more

Mortgage Brokers Can Help You Get Financing for Every Stage of Your Life
Sep 18, 2019 | Source: Mortgage Architects

Buying a home can feel like a journey. Whether it’s your first or your 10th, there are many steps to go through and things you should be aware of. The trend towards using mortgage brokers to arrange mortgage financing is continually increasing. Why has this shift occurred? Well, very simply put, TOP-NOTCH SERVICE and UNBIASED ADVICE!...more

4 Costs To Consider As A First-Time Homebuyer
Aug 21, 2019 | Source: Mortgage Architects

Oftentimes even the most organized and detail oriented first-time homebuyer can overlook some unexpected costs that come with the purchase of their new home. We are outlining four of the costs that we most commonly see overlooked by homebuyers in hopes that we can better prepare you—and save you from a few surprises!...more

A Home Inspection Can Give You Peace Of Mind
Aug 7, 2019 | Source: Mortgage Architects

It’s easy to get caught up in the moment when you’re looking for your forever home. You see all the glitter but maybe fail to see that not everything is gold. And that’s where a home inspection can come into play. For a roughly $500 investment on the biggest purchase of your life, it should be a no-brainer to have a home inspection, whether the home is 100 years old or brand new....more

5 Mortgage Tips To Help You Afford A Home
Jul 31, 2019 | Source: Mortgage Architects

Here are some helpful solutions for those looking to get into the market....more

Is Owning A Home Truly The Best Bet?
Jul 3, 2019 | Source: Mortgage Architects

Whether you’ve just bought your first home or you’ve been a homeowner for years, there’s good news for you. You can feel confident you made the right decision for your long-term economic wellbeing according to the findings of a study by Mortgage Professionals Canada (MPC), the national association that represents the mortgage industry. ...more

3 Steps To Take You From Pre-Approval To Getting The Keys
Jun 18, 2019 | Source: Mortgage Architects

Picture this: You’ve finally been able to put away enough for a down-payment on your dream home. It’s taken you years saving diligent but you did it! You have also been working on improving your credit score and paying off debts. You are at a place of financial stability... KUDOS TO YOU! So now what do you do? Here are the three steps that will take you from browsing for a new home to getting the keys to your new place....more

Are you buying a house?
May 9, 2019 | Source: My Mortgage Planner

The key to your new home is just a click away! We’re making it easier for you to navigate the Canadian mortgage landscape! My Mortgage Planner is the new mobile app from Mortgage Architects that provides you with useful tools to help eliminate the stress of getting a mortgage....more