Mortgage Alliance Derek Christiansen
4th Floor-1681 Chestnut V6J 4M6 Vancouver, BC, Canada

Are you getting ready to buy your first home or move to your next home? The #1 thing you can do is get advice early. Talking with a mortgage professional like myself will help you understand: What you can afford The downpayment you need Costs involved with buying a home... Improving your credit Prepayment options Refinancing penalties (if you decide to do so down the road) Budgeting and more! Send me a message today and let's start the conversation.

With rates being low, and expected to stay for a while, now is a great time to unlock equity through refinancing or a home equity line of credit (HELOC). Refinancing allows you to access equity and possibly obtain a better interest term and rate. Where as a HELOC lets you keep the mortgage you are currently paying while getting access to a large sum of money. Send me a message and we can explore the possibilities available to you.

Borrowing money is harder for self-employed Canadians. A group that, according to Statistics Canada, has a higher median net worth than paid employees. We can help turn the tables. With access to banks, private lenders, credit unions and more we will find the mortgage that's right for you.

Did you know that your renovation costs can be incorporated into your mortgage? Send me a message and we can look at the options available to you.

Just a reminder that I have access to unique products and services to help you achieve your home ownership goals and also assist you with your financial needs beyond mortgages. Ask me for information on home and auto insurance as well as a unique cash back Mastercard.

To best meet your needs, mortgage brokers like myself, have a wide array of products to choose from banks, private sources, independent lenders, etc. If you are in the mortgage market, we should talk. Whether you are looking to explore your options or get a second opinion, the lending options available could save you thousands!

If you are a homeowner and struggling with high-interest debt payments, we should talk. It may make sense for you to refinance and access the equity in your home to pay off your high-interest debt. Your mortgage is typically the lowest interest rate to borrow money. Refinancing to pay off high-interest debt and lumping everything into your mortgage payment could free up extra cash each month by saving you on interest. Send us a message and we can see what's available to you.

Regardless of your financial milestones it is important to know what makes up your score so you can keep it on track. Pay your bills on time, have a good mix of credit accounts, and keep a lower ratio of debt used to credit available. Click below for more details about factors that impact your credit score. https://www.consumer.equifax.ca//what-impacts-credit-sco/

Do you know the difference between using a broker vs the bank? A mortgage broker works for you. We have access to multiple lenders to find the product and rate that meets your needs. A mortgage specialist at the bank works for the bank. They have access to 1 lender and want to sell their product, not necessarily what is best for you. If you are getting ready to buy, renew or refinance your mortgage, send me a message, it might save you thousands in unnecessary interest.

Just a reminder how we are able to conduct business while keeping you and your family safe.