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The $90-million lesson: Why relationships, not tech, drive mortgage success

March 16, 2025 1 Comment

A lender friend of mine, Shane Lapointe, retired last week and I could not be happier for him. Forty-nine years in the industry, 36 of them in the brokering space. I can only imagine the rule changes and lender switch-ups that he has seen since 1989.

Three big banks cut mortgage rates this week, one drops 5-year fixed to 3.99%

March 7, 2025 No Comments

Following dramatic swings in the bond market—and broader economic uncertainty sparked by President Donald Trump’s tariff threats—three of Canada’s big banks have slashed their fixed mortgage rates this week.

CMLS introduces Aveo Flex 40, Canada’s newest 40-year mortgage

January 27, 2025 2 Comments

After its recent acquisition by Nesto, CMLS Group is signalling to brokers that they’re ready to do business, introducing a new partnership program and a 40-year amortization mortgage product.

Cautious optimism: How brokers should be approaching AI

November 27, 2024 No Comments

As a mortgage broker, it seems that no matter where you go—you can’t escape the AI buzz.

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‘2025 will be a better year:’ 5 broker takeaways on market trends, tech, and client relationships

November 3, 2024 No Comments

Where is the mortgage industry headed in 2025, and what does it take to be a standout broker today?

Challenges and opportunities for brokers

Challenges and opportunities for mortgage brokers in the current rate cycle

September 11, 2024 No Comments

The current rate environment presents new hurdles for mortgage brokers while also opening up potential growth opportunities for those able to adapt.

Mortgage brokers: Are you asking the right questions when choosing a mortgage brokerage?

August 6, 2024 No Comments

As a mortgage broker, you negotiate tirelessly to secure the best rates and terms for your clients. But have you applied the same diligence to selecting your brokerage?

Canadians not negotiating their renewal rates

Borrowers leaving money on the table by not negotiating their mortgage renewal rates

June 12, 2024 2 Comments

According to a recent survey conducted Mortgage Professionals Canada, Canadians are doing less haggling at renewal, despite most facing higher interest rates.

Relicensing deadline looms for thousands of Ontario brokers who have yet to complete requirements

March 25, 2024 2 Comments

With just days remaining, FSRA says thousands of Ontario agents and brokers still haven’t completed two education courses required to maintain their existing licences.

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From hopeless to homeowners: how Lisa Holly is changing lives with tailored mortgage solutions

October 30, 2023 No Comments

For Lisa Holly, sales achievements don’t define her success. Helping people in ways that make a difference is what really matters to the London, Ontario-based mortgage broker—especially with clients other brokers couldn’t assist.

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