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For over 20 years, I've helped thousands of people to navigate the mortgage maze.
Now, I've built this site to change the way Canadians approach mortgages.
Here you’ll find smart tools, plain-language guides and insights tailored for the needs of modern borrowers.
Plus, through our relationships with dozens of lenders, we offer solutions for virtually any mortgage situation, and some of the
best rates around.
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Explore Your Mortgage Rates and Options with Confidence
We don’t just show rates,
we show your rates.
By splitting our rates into two sections you have clarity and control:
Featured Rates:
A selection of today’s most competitive offers from trusted lenders, updated regularly and ready to go.
Personalized Rates:
Actual rates available today and uniquely matched to your lender type, so you see what’s likely to be available for you.
No Teasers. No gimmicks.
Real-world rates, backed by
expert guidance.
Our featured rates are better than just a low number, they're built for the way Canadians actually borrow.
Whether you've got perfect credit or something far less, we've got a rate that fits.
Let’s Determine
Your Lender Type
Because, the best mortgage starts with the right fit, not a teaser rate.
Before we show you rates, we help you figure out which lenders are likely to say yes based on your real-life profile.
Whether you’re salaried or self-employed, have perfect credit or some bumps along the way, this calculator gives you an instant, expert-informed estimate of your most likely lender type.
- No name, no phone number, no email or sign-up required.
- No impact on your credit score.
- No judgement.
In seconds, you’ll get a personalized lender match and see the solutions (and rates) you’re likely to qualify for.
Click below to start.
Now that you know your likely lender type, explore solutions and rates below.
A Lenders
Canada's top banks, monolines, and credit unions.
A LendersCanada's top banks, monolines, and credit unions.
If your credit is strong and your income is easy to verify, A lenders offer the best rates and most flexible terms.
- These are the big banks and credit unions that you recognize as well as some of the monolines that you don’t.
- Ideal for salaried employees, professionals, and well-documented income earners.
| Credit Score | Typically 680+ for best rates |
|---|---|
| Income Type | Salaried, Hourly, Permanent, Verifiable |
| GDS/TDS Ratios | 39% / 44% or lower |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) Limit | Up to 95% (insured), 80% (uninsured) |
| Property Type | Urban or suburban, owner-occupied |
- Purchase Only
- $500,000 Minimum Loan Amount
- High Ratio or Less than 65% LTV
Terms and Conditions Apply
- Purchase
- No Minimum Loan Amount
- High Ratio
Terms and Conditions Apply
- Conventional Mortgage
- Up to 30 Year Amortization
- 650 Min. Credit Score
Terms and Conditions Apply
- High Ratio Insured Mortgage
- 2% Cash Back
- 650 Min. Credit Score
Terms and Conditions Apply
- High Ratio Insured Mortgage
- Prime - 0.65%
- 120 Rate Hold
Terms and Conditions Apply
Alt A Lenders
Lenders offering flexible options.
Alt A LendersLenders offering flexible options.
Alt A lenders cater to borrowers who almost qualify for top-tier options but need a little leeway.
- These lenders often have solutions for self-employment borrowers, those with recent credit hiccups, or non-traditional income.
- Rates are still sharp, and approvals are fast with the right guidance.
| Credit Score | 650-679 |
|---|---|
| Income Type | Salaried, hourly or strong self-employed |
| GDS/TDS Ratios | 44% / 50% (ish) |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) Limit | Up to 80% |
| Property Type | Urban or suburban, some flexibility |
- No or Low Lender Fee
- 120 Day Rate Hold
- Up to 30 Year Amortization
Terms and Conditions Apply
- <50% Loan to Value
- Up to 30 Year Amortization
- Extended Ratios Available
Terms and Conditions Apply
- 90 Day Rate Hold
- Up to 80% Loan to Value
- <580 Credit Score Accepted
Terms and Conditions Apply
B Lenders
Lenders offering solutions for unique situations.
B LendersLenders offering solutions for unique situations.
If your credit score is bruised, your debt ratios are high, or your income is hard to prove, B lenders are a solid solution.
- With higher approval rates and creative underwriting, they help bridge the gap without jumping straight to private money.
| Credit Score | 550-649 |
|---|---|
| Income Type | Self-employed, contract, bank statements |
| GDS/TDS Ratios | up to 50–55% (or more) |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) Limit | Up to 80% |
| Property Type | Urban, suburban, rural, rentals |
- Prime + 1.99%
- Ideal for self-employed, contractors and commission sales people
- 650 Min. Credit Score
Terms and Conditions Apply
- Owner Occupied Primary Residence
- 680 Min. Credit Score
- 90 Day Rate Hold
Terms and Conditions Apply
- Credi scores from 550 - 599
- Extended Ratios up to 55/55
- Verifiable Income
Terms and Conditions Apply
- Credi scores from 640 - 679
- Extended Ratios up to 50/50
- Up to 35 Year Amortization
Terms and Conditions Apply
MICs and Privates
Flexible solutions when traditional lenders say no.
MICs and PrivatesFlexible solutions when traditional lenders say no.
MICs and Private lenders look beyond credit scores and paperwork to find mortgage solutions fast.
- Whether it’s for a short-term fix, an urgent closing, or a complex file, these lenders get the deal done.
- Rates, fees and other costs are often high.
| Credit Score | Flexible or Unrated |
|---|---|
| Income Type | Any source, stated income accepted, in some cases no income required |
| GDS/TDS Ratios | No strict limits, case-by-case |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) Limit | Up to 95% (insured), 80% (uninsured) |
| Property Type | Virtually all property types including rural, unique, commercial, distressed |
- No Minimum Credit Score
- No Income Documents Required
- Up to 75% LTV
Terms and Conditions Apply
- No Minimum Credit Score
- No Income Documents Required
- Up to 75% LTV
Terms and Conditions Apply
- No Minimum Credit Score
- No Income Documents Required
- Up to 65% LTV
Terms and Conditions Apply
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We’ve built a smarter mortgage experience using the latest tools and intelligent systems so that everything runs faster, cleaner, and more efficiently. But tech alone isn’t enough.
We're grounded in old-school values: real follow-ups, real humans, clear explanations, and no last-minute surprises.
Service like it used to be, only better (way better).
We review your documents and flag any issues early.
That means less back and forth and no last-minute document hunts. We'll confirm receipt and begin our review within 24 hours (often much sooner).
You won’t get passed around.
From your first question to final closing, your file is handled by Malcolm the Mortgage Guy and one dedicated, licensed Agent who knows you and your file inside and out.
Confused? Concerned? Just say the word.
We'll pause the process to explain everything in plain English, no jargon, no pressure. We’d rather take an extra five minutes now than leave you confused later.
Calls and text are returned within 4 business hours.
When you reach out, you hear back, because mortgage questions shouldn't sit unanswered. You’ll always know who’s on the other end, and we never leave you hanging.
Nobody wants uncertainty going into the weekend.
Every Friday, we proactively update you on your file (even if there’s no news) so you can relax and enjoy your weekend with confidence. It’s one more way we keep you informed, in control, and stress-free.
We don’t believe in last-minute scrambles.
Our proactive process means your mortgage is fully reviewed, verified, and ready well before closing. No late-night document hunts. No day-before panic. Just calm, confident closings.
Real stories. Real results. Working With Malcolm the Mortgage Guy
Mortgages are a big deal, but they don’t have to be stressful. Hear from homeowners, investors, and first-time buyers who’ve navigated the process with expert advice, clear communication, and zero pressure.
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Last updated: June 14, 2025
This website, operated under the brand MalcolmtheMortgageGuy.ca, provides general information, tools, and services related to Canadian mortgages. The following disclaimers apply to all content, interactions, calculators, and tools provided on this site.
Malcolm Stoffman
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Real Mortgage Associates Inc. (FSRA 10464)
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