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Nearly half of first time buyers consult a Mortgage Broker on purchase

In today’s changing marketplace the use of a mortgage broker is more important than ever.

With new rules for mortgage qualifications, changing interest rates and media attention on today’s housing market more and more buyers and looking to their mortgage broker for expert advice.

“Today’s consumer is definitely informed and has the use of the internet for a wealth of information. That being said, there is a growing need to work with a trained professional to assist in drilling down all the information and assisting the consumer make the right choice for their needs,” says Jean-Guy Vanier Président & CEO of Groupe Conseil Hypotheque GCH.

According to the 2010 CMHC consumer survey – 48% of first time buyers consult a mortgage professional prior to obtaining their mortgage. The advice of mortgage brokers is more influential in making their mortgage decision then several other third parties.

“When purchasing a home you need to feel as though a good decision is being made and that means having someone assist in interpreting those choices. 90% of first time buyers report they made their mortgage decision with a good understanding of the mortgage options available,” says Jean-Guy Vanier.

2010 is a year of changes whether it be HST, new federal government guidelines and decisions from the Bank of Canada. We will see more Canadians rely on their mortgage broker to understand how the changes impact them and to find opportunities.

About VERICO GROUPE CONSEIL HYPOTHEQUE GCH

The VERICO Mortgage Brokers Network is a national network of independently owned and operated mortgage broker firms that meet the networks professional and business standards. VERICO Canada consists of more than 200 firms which employ over 2,000 agents nationally. 

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