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All your ducks in a row

When you leave for a vacation do you scramble around the morning of your departure cramming suitcases and trying to think if you have everything and then invariably arrive late to the airport and almost miss your flight. I am sure there are some of you that do that but I assure you that is not the best way to go.

If you want the smoothest experience as possible it’s always best to plan ahead. That is the same way that I approach getting your financing for your property in order. For most of us this is the single biggest financial transaction in our lives. Wouldn’t you rater that it be as stress free as it can be for all involved.

The way that we do this is to work with you and gather all the pertinent documents upfront and then thoroughly review them prior to submitting them to the prospective lender. Thus allowing for your financing to get approved as quickly as possible so then you can focus on the other important things in your life.

I look forward to hearing from you in regard to your mortgage needs.

Cheers,

Patrick

p.s- You can click on this link to start the process whenever you are ready. Schedule your meeting with me here.

p.s.s- I should tell you that I am licensed in Nova Scotia, Ontario(M18001555) & in British Columbia(BCFSA #504098).

Shack Happy

Shack Happy, Cabin Fever or whatever you want to call it you’re feeling cranky from being stuck inside with the same people for way too long. March Break is almost over, just be thankful that it didn’t last as long as the March Break that never ended in 2020. Now that the weather is finally starting to warm up and Spring 2021 is officially here today, to put yourself in a better mood go for a walk or better yet a run. Change your surrounding and just get out and move your body for at least 30 minutes. It will do yourself some good as well it will be beneficial for those you live with.

If you in fact desire to change where you live, please touch base with me so I can work to get you pre approved so you can be well on your way to your next property.

I look forward to hearing from you in regard to your mortgage needs.

Cheers,

Patrick

p.s- You can click on this link to start the process whenever you are ready. Schedule your meeting with me here.

p.s.s- I should tell you that I am licensed in Nova Scotia, Ontario(M18001555) & in British Columbia(BCFSA #504098).

Just good enough is NOT good enough!

Sure just getting a passing grade will probably mean that you will graduate high school but just scraping by is not a recipe for success in life. I am sure there are many careers for you if you just want to put in your time, get a pay check and drink with your buddies.

You wouldn’t want the doctor who barely passed med school to operate on you. The lawyer who squeaked by the bar exam to represent you in court. The accountant did the minimum requirements for their CA designation to prevent you from getting audited.

Let’s face it if you have a tooth ache you don’t try to do your own dental work. We all know what it looks like if you cut your own hair ( for those lucky few who still have lots of hair). There are many back yard mechanics out there but I wouldn’t go to them if my vehicle needed serious repairs.

The same applies to your mortgage. It’s because there are lots of brokers and lenders out there that you need to work with someone who will help you sort through it all and find the best product that meets your particular needs. Be aware that shopping for rate alone may come back to haunt you when you find out your lender doesn’t have a portability clause, or calculates your penalty on posted rates or that your mortgage is locked in and closed and you can only break it with the power of sale.

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit” Will Durant 1926 ( Sorry not Aristotle folks)

I look forward to hearing from you in regards to your mortgage needs.

Pat

p.s- You can click on this link to start the process whenever you are ready. Schedule your meeting with me here.

p.s.s- I should tell you that I am licensed in Nova Scotia, Ontario(M18001555) & in British Columbia(BCFSA #504098).

Just 1% better!

Many of us want to make massive improvements in our lives. Weather it’s getting in shape, making or saving more money or improving your relationships. Sometimes you think that the prospect of acheiving those goals is too monumental. You could be right if you are tying to do it all at once. Remember the expression ” Rome wasn’t built in a day”, and neither were you.

However what if you break it down and start small. Start by just focusing on improving 1% better today and doing another 1% tomorrow.

So if it is 1 push up today, it’s 2 tomorrow.

5 min walk today, then increase that by another 1% tomorrow. Then soon you will be jogging and eventually running if that is your goal.

Want to ready more books this year, start by reading 1 page a day. Soon you will be finishing books in no time at all.

Drowning in debt, start by making more than the minimum payments on one debt. Once that is paid off then put that money towards the next one, and the next one till you are paid off.

Want to buy your first place, start by putting money aside for the down payment. A little bit at a time plus the power of compound interest and you will get there quickly.

Small and simple actions repeated every day lead to big results. That 1% improvement today, is 100% improvement after 100 days. Start small, and you can do this.

I look forward to hearing from you in regards to your mortgage needs.

Pat

p.s- You can click on this link to start the process whenever you are ready. Schedule your meeting with me here.

p.s.s- I should tell you that I am licensed in Nova Scotia, Ontario(M18001555) & in British Columbia(BCFSA #504098).

Walk your talk!

Walk your talk!

It’s all too easy to give advice, and much harder to live by it. We have all seen or heard about the out of shape personal trainers, broke financial planners or the struggling life coaches who just happen to be at the end of their rope. Tony Robbins says that “repetition is the mother of all skill”, and Malcolm Gladwell in his great book “Outliers” says that it takes roughly 10K hours to truly master a skill or profession. I find that if I read it, then I hear it, I teach it, then I know it.

I am not the best mortgage broker out there, but I have learned a thing or two over the past 7 years. Writing and researching these blog posts has allowed me to hone my skills and to pay closer attention to my own financial decisions. Some say ” those who can do, and those who can’t teach”, well I would like to add something to that by saying that the truly great do and teach or at least share their knowledge.   Where would we be as a society if we had to learn it all over again with each successive generation. We would probably still be living in caves, and hitting each other over the head with rocks and sticks.

Knowledge is meant to be shared. I find that with each idea that is shared, 10 more great ones come back to me. if you have found any of my articles helpful then I would be extremely pleased, if you have anything to add or to share please feel free to comment. I look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers,

Pat

Need a new career direction?

How about joining my team as a mortgage broker? It’s a challenging yet rewarding career. As an independent contractor, you get back what you put in to it. Below are some frequently asked questions: Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Is this a full time or part time opportunity?

This is a full time career opportunity.

Is there a base salary?
No. The position is entirely commission based.

What can I expect to earn?
Its difficult to say. As a commissioned agent your income is based on your performance. Your commissions are tied to the fees earned on a given transaction. The average loan fee collected on a loan transaction ranges between .75%-2.5% of the loan amount. Your commission ranges from 50-75%% of the net commission. Your commission rate is based on your production .

Is a license required?
Yes it is necessary to obtain a license through Service Nova Scotia the Department of Municipal Relations. You will also become a member of the Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals.

Can I earn any money while I am training?
Yes you can. Since Craigburn holds both the Broker License and the CAAMP membership , you can start earning commissions right away. Ask your mentor for the details.

Will I receive any hands on training?
Yes, the best way to learn how to successfully complete a real estate mortgage transaction, is to follow one from start to finish. You will shadow a licensed agent from initial client interview to funding of the loan.

Will I need to work from your office?

No, many of our agents work from their home office and spend time in the field. We all remain in contact though the use of phones, faxes, email, Internet web sites and overnight delivery.

Where do I meet my clients?
The easiest and most efficient place to meet clients is at their home or place of business. This allows you to gather all the needed information without having to set up additional meetings. If your client prefers, you can schedule a meeting at our office.

Can I use the internet?
Yes, your clients can get information and they can apply online.

How will I generate business for myself?
We will show you. One of the most important parts of the training is prospecting and lead generation. We will show you how to benefit from the various market techniques and the use of the internet.

What types of properties can I work with?
Both residential and commercial. We can arrange loans on residential property, such as single family homes up to 4 units, commercial properties, such as larger apartment buildings, office buildings, stores, storage, etc. can also be arranged.

What types of loans are available?
You will be able to place top quality “A” paper loans at the most attractive rates and terms as well as the “B-C” type of loans for borrowers with credit problems or unusual properties. You will have access to a very wide variety of loan programs and lenders.

Is Craigburn Capital a direct lender?
No, Craigburn Capital is an independent broker . As such we broker loan requests to mortgage lenders, both institutional and private. We work with an ever growing number of lenders to best meet the needs of most of our clients.

Please contact me if you have any questions, as always I look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers,
Pat

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Mortgage Brokers are helping more and more people!

When it comes to mortgage financing, more and more Canadians are choosing to work with a professional mortgage broker. According to a study conducted by CMHC, over 25% of mortgages  were originated by mortgage brokers.

Canadians are just catching up with our American neighbors, who are far less likely to just walk into their neighborhood bank for a mortgage. Over 70% off all American mortgages were originated by a mortgage broker.

If we follow the U.S. model and that seems most likely, then Canadian are in for changes in the way that they manage their most significant personal asset. It all makes sense, investment returns are not as lucrative as they were just 5 years ago and investors are looking for ways to make gains through avenues that they may have overlooked.

There are some significant benefits to working with an independent mortgage broker. Firstly, let’s compare mortgage expertise: Most banks have one or more representatives who are specifically assigned to assist with mortgages. Their role is to develop mortgage business for the banks. An independent mortgage broker on the other hand is a trained mortgage professional who has met standards for education. The comprehensive training of an independent mortgage broker may exceed the training of their counterpart at the banks. Most importantly the mortgage broker is independent. They are not employee’s of a lending institution, however they have access to terms and conditions for a full spectrum of charted banks, and other lending institutions. Their role is the find the best possible terms and conditions that meet your needs.

Let’s also look at choice: An independent mortgage broker offers you access to many competitive lenders, each with a range of mortgage options. It would take weeks of research, telephoning and personal visits to recreate the range of terms and conditions that a mortgage broker has at their finger tips. Rate information, mortgage options, and payment schedules are up to the minute, so you and your broker can make valid comparisons of the options available. The result of all this choice is a mortgage witch is customized to meet your needs and to save you money.

Also consider accessibility. Your mortgage does not sleep, just kidding, but we are available to you both before and after your mortgage closes. However if you prefer you can be put on hold or get put in an endless voicemail answering loop at your local bank.

Over all clients have turned to mortgage brokers for better terms and conditions. Access to a broad range of lending institutions is also a critical advantage to mortgage shoppers. If we can just save you a quarter point, that can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your mortgage. Many mortgage brokers work with large brokerage firms with sufficient mortgage volumes and that can help get you the best possible rates and terms for your mortgage. Canadian who have used a broker, are more likely to continue using one than to ever return to a world where they have to accept the best posted rate at their local bank.

Add a mortgage broker to your team!

For most Canadians, buying a home is the largest financial decision they will make in their lifetime. Yet, consumers across the country are more likely to painstakingly review dozens of investment possibilities for their portfolios than to scrutinize their mortgage choices. 

The mortgage world like the investment world can sometimes be confusing. There is a vast array of choices, open, closed, fixed, variable or floating, long or short amortization, prepayment options, portability and of course the rate itself. Making the right mortgage decision can have a huge impact over the long term.

Many Canadians have an investment advisor to help them sort through all their investment choices. Now Canadians are also beginning to turn to Mortgage Brokers to help them make better mortgage decisions. We are just starting to catch up with our counterparts south of the border, ( American’s rather than Mexican’s for those with less then stellar geography skills) where mortgage brokers currently originate about 70% of the mortgages.

So what is a mortgage broker? ( See my last post or read on for a summary) The role of a mortgage broker is to understand your mortgage needs, seek out the best terms and conditions for your situation, and guide you through the lending process. A mortgage broker does not work for any individual institution or lender, but is independent, and has up to the minute terms for a wide variety of banks and other lending institutions. 

  There was a time when the banks exercised the view that they “ owned “ their customers, and mortgage brokers were perceived only as a last resort for consumers with less than perfect credit history. However times have changed, and consumers of every type are learning that they can benefit from the professional advice of a mortgage broker.

Just as a good investment advisor can make you thousands of dollars, a good mortgage broker will save you thousands of dollars. Whether you are buying for 1st home or your 5th, renewing your mortgage, or just looking for sound mortgage advice, then you should consider adding a mortgage broker to financial team this year!