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Online shopping for Stocks, Vacations and Mortgages. An In-depth comparison…

which mortgageIS CHOOSING A MORTGAGE IS AS EASY AS BOOKING A TRIP OR TRADING A STOCK?…LET’S FIND OUT!

Sure, you can book a flight online or a buy a stock through the web.   But, can you really choose the right mortgage product on your own?  Can you really find the absolutely lowest cost mortgage financing option?  I’ll bet some consumers can. I’ll also bet the vast majority cannot…. and there’s a steady stream of horror stories, on this news site and others, that show just how costly and financially dangerous it is to be in the wrong mortgage product, with the wrong lender.

I’ve shared dozens of those experiences on this site.    Consumers who were directed into the wrong mortgage by their Banker or by some web site claiming to offer ‘the lowest rate’.   I empathize with these consumers as I believe they were just trying to save some money but instead ended up paying far more than they had to. Continue reading “Online shopping for Stocks, Vacations and Mortgages. An In-depth comparison…”

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Historical low mortgage rates mean RECORD HIGH penalties for BIG SIX BANK clients!

greedy bankerMortgage penalty calculations continue to mystify Canadian consumers.  For years, I’ve posted numerous articles on penalties…  how they affect us… how they are calculated…..why you need to understand them.. and most importantly, HOW TO AVOID THEM!!

Today, I’ll give you explicit details on the great mortgage penalty mystery…

I’ve shared dozens of horror stories about average Canadians being hit with mortgage penalties of $12,000, $15,000, $20,000, $30,000 and more.   These examples aren’t from some obscure small financial institution. It’s your BIG SIX BANK.   Yet, the attitude from Consumers is that it won’t or doesn’t affect them….until it’s too late.

I’ve also shared the solution on how to avoid this… and I’m going to share that with you once again..  If you want to know how to avoid monster penalties, then take a few minutes and read this.. It could save you untold $$thousands…. Continue reading “Historical low mortgage rates mean RECORD HIGH penalties for BIG SIX BANK clients!”

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Collateral Mortgages… a different 50 shades of grey!

handcuffs In 2010, TD announced they would begin registering ALL new mortgages as a collateral charge.  The sale pitch was that it was good for the consumer.  It would allow TD clients to borrow more, in the future, without having to incur new legal fees.  Yes, that part is true.

But they’ve left out a lot stuff, too!   For years, Mortgage Brokers and other unbiased financial professionals, cautioned the public about collateral mortgages.    And in 2013, CBC Marketplace did an expose on TD and their retail branch’s lack of knowledge and disclosure.   Is this where you want to go for your mortgage?TD

By the way, TD wasn’t the only Bank to go with collateral charge only.   ING made the same move in Dec 2011.  And they used a similar sales pitch.   But my readers have been hip to this and aren’t getting fooled.

The federal govt was pressured into taking action to protect consumers.  In Sept 2014, the federal govt announced ‘more disclosure.  But have the Banks really given us more disclosure?   Continue reading “Collateral Mortgages… a different 50 shades of grey!”

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Rate shopping sites…tested again.. and failed again.

which mortgageA few years ago, I published a study on Rate shopping sites.   These sites were gaining popularity with consumers as a  place to go if you wanted to get the best rates.  And they attracted a lot of attention.

You know the sites… they have catchy ads like ‘shopping for the Best Mortgage rates in Canada’ or ‘comparing Canada’s mortgage brokers for the best rates’.  
Hey, who doesn’t want the best rate?  These ads work. Canadians were clicking these links to get more info.

Sounds great, right? Yet, it’s not.  
Continue reading “Rate shopping sites…tested again.. and failed again.”

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NO SET UP COSTS!! Secured line of credit at Prime plus 0.50%!

canadian-money-giftA few months ago, I announced a special promotion.  A secured line of credit, at Prime plus 0.50% (2.85% plus 0.50% = 3.35%) with NO set up costs.  The response has been so overwhelming that I’m publishing this promotion once again.

FREE legal fees and FREE appraisal fees.  The Bank is covering both these costs.   You pay nothing.  $0.00.  It’s just that simple.  AND, this Bank will go in 2nd position behind your existing 1st mortgage if necessary.

You must qualify, of course.  Good credit, stable income, qualify real estate, etc.   If you are interested in this product, contact me for details.   This is a limited time offer.  We do not have an expiry date but it can be terminated at any time.

Brokers and Agents, please do not call.  I am not able to share this offer with you.  Sorry.

Your best interest is my only interest.   I reply to all questions and I welcome your comments.  Like this article?  Share with a friend.

Steve Garganis 416 224 0114 steve@mortgagenow.ca