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British Columbia Mortgage Trends and Broker Regulations

The Financial Institutions Commission of British Columbia plays an important role in establishing the standards for mortgage professionals in the province. Local organizations like FICOBC protect the integrity of the industry and ensure that the mortgage professionals in BC are sufficiently educated and participating in sound broker practices. Perhaps most importantly, they protect home buyers from misconduct under the Mortgage Brokers act.

The most popular places to get a mortgage in British Columbia these days are in cities like Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond and Abbotsford. In total, 4.6 million residents call the province home — a number that has quite literally doubled since the mid 1970s! This, along with a mild climate, strong economy, and an endless supply of incredible terrain for outdoor enthusiasts to explore, help explain why it's one of the most expensive real estate markets in Canada these days.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Mortgage brokers match borrowers to lenders that meet their financial situation. They are financial professionals who work with banks, monoline lenders, investors and more.

A mortgage broker can help you access rates and lenders that aren't readily advertised to the market. They can shop the market for you without hurting your credit score with multiple checks.

They get paid through commissions by the lender. Commissions range from 0.5% to 2% of your full mortgage amount.

Mortgage brokers don't typically charge a fee as they are paid by the lender. However they may charge an additional fee if your financial circumstances are more complex than the typical borrower.

It's best to meet with a mortgage broker before you start shopping for a home. A broker can set a realistic expectation of what you can afford and give you a pre approval. Realtors are more likely to work with you if you have a pre approval as it narrows down the budget which you can afford.

Find mortgage brokers in your city in British Columbia

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CranbrookFort St. JohnPort AlberniPitt MeadowsSalmon ArmColwoodPowell RiverPrince RupertParksvilleDawson CreekTerraceWilliams LakeNelsonQuesnelCastlegarTrailRevelstokeMerrittKimberleyDuncanArmstrongFernieGrand ForksRosslandEnderbyGreenwood

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