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Who Is a Mortgage Broker & How To Choose One?

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Planning to buy a home and need the services of a mortgage broker in British Columbia ? A mortgage broker is a registered financing specialist who is responsible for providing low rate and competitive mortgage deals to potential homebuyers planning to buy a new home. They serve as an intermediate between a borrower and lender. Brokers find and shortlist loans that fit the borrower’s criteria and then evaluate rates and terms on their behalf, saving the borrowers from financial troubles related to   buying a new home . Mortgage brokers can sell mortgage products from a network of lenders, giving them access to a broader choice of options than real estate agent, loan managers and even banks who are confined to just a few mortgage offerings. Mortgage brokers then walk clients through the application and underwriting processes, which typically include compiling application, obtaining the borrower’s credit history, completing paperwork, confirming income and verifying employment informa...

What are Farm Mortgage Requirements in Canada?

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Want to buy a farm but falling short of funds? Buying a farmland differs from buying a vacant residential land and often comes with more requirements and eligibility criteria. A specialist farm mortgage broker in Abbotsford, Edmonton, and Surrey, who has years of industry experience better understands the ins and outs of a   farm mortgage   and can get you approved in no time. Farm mortgages were introduced to fund the acquisition of a farm or agricultural land, and differ slightly from traditional residential mortgages. Many banks and private lenders are eligible for providing farm mortgages in Canada. Requirements for Farm Mortgages Compared to standard mortgages for residential and commercial properties, farm mortgages require a more advanced approval criteria to determine whether a borrower is financially stable enough to pay back the loan. Some of the requirements include: Down Payment  A farm mortgage requires a larger down payment than a regular residential mortgag...