With the mortgage rules constantly changing, private or alternative mortgages are becoming the only way some people can refinance or buy a home. When the banks turn borrowers down the next option is to look at “Subprime” lenders. There is a significant misconception applied to this “subprime” market, so let me explain them a bit.
In Ontario, a second mortgage on a property title will appear as a separate charge on that property but does not change the first mortgage. Since there is higher risk to the lender, taking a second mortgage typically has a higher rate of interest.
A second mortgage can allow homeowners to use the equity that they have in their home. If your first mortgage has high pre-payment charges, or a low rate, a second mortgage can be a better option than a refinance. This option may also be best for those who are self-employed, have bad credit, or for those in need of fast cash.
We used to have two primary mortgage categories, “High Ratio” or “Conventional” mortgages, but now we have insured, insurable and un-insurable. What do these terms mean?
Insured; a mortgage transaction in which the insurance premium is/has been paid by the client. (Generally, 19.99% equity or less to apply towards a mortgage, amortization of 25yrs or less, mortgage under $1Million, qualify at Bank of Canada(BoC) benchmark rate). (more…)
The following is a list of items you want to avoid doing when you are starting the process of applying for a mortgage.
1. Don’t apply for any new credit; Applying for credit will lower your credit score. You will lose a few points off of your rate and will also potentially change your borrowing ratios.
For many people, carrying debt on high interest credit cards, student loans, car loans or personal loans is a reality. But it doesn’t have to be. (more…)
Being self-employed or a business owner means that you have a different set of guidelines for obtaining mortgage funds. Due to write-offs a lot of us show less income on our final government documents then we actually made; this can make your mortgage application and approval more complicated. (more…)