Ramanjit Singh - Mortgage Agent

You don't have to worry about getting rate quotes when you work with me! With access to major Banks, credit unions, national, regional, and private lenders, I shop the market for you.

If you are looking at low online rates, do your research, and get in touch to discuss. Rock-bottom online rates often come with restrictions and high penalties that could work against you in the long run. Necessary mortgage privileges don't fit in a rate ads but are critical when determining the best mortgage for your situation.

Here are five tips to help you get ready to buy your first home:

1️⃣ Keep a good credit score! The higher, the better. This is a snapshot of your financial health, and lenders use this to gauge your ability to repay debts.

2️⃣ Save a down payment! The bigger the down payment, the better – the minimum down payment when less than $500,000 is 5%; between $500,000 and $999,999, you will need 5% for the first $500K and 10% for the portion above $500K, and $1 million+ you need 20% of the purchase price.

3️⃣ Keep your income stable. Lenders like to see proof that you can make your payments; a full-time job is the best way to show it.

4️⃣ Pay down existing debt. Your balances don’t need to be at $0, but how much debt you carry will affect how much you can borrow.

5️⃣ Get a mortgage pre-approval!

🏡💰 Did you know? A whopping 73% of Canadians believe that real estate is a solid financial investment! 📈 Whether it's building equity, generating rental income, or securing a future asset, real estate continues to be a cornerstone of financial success.