Mortgage Pre-Approvals
A Pre-approval is the most important step when buying a home.
Having a pre-approval is a great way to ensure that you can qualify for a mortgage at your ideal price level. Ask about our “120 day rate hold guarantee” that protects you while shopping for Nova Scotia Homes that are on sale.
Get in touch today or see below for options that we offer.
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Mortgage Broker Products
Credit Score
- All credit scores accepted
- $200k minimum property value
- Purchases, 20% down payment required
- Refinances, up to 80% of the house value
House Size
- Not available on mini / mobile homes
Down Payment
- Minimum Credit Score of 600
- Down payment starting at 5%
- Employment required
- House price must be at least $200,000
Self-Employed
- Stated income verification when tax return income is not sufficient
- 20% minimum down payment
- All credit scores accepted
Purchase + Improvements
- Roll your renovation costs into your mortgage
- Up to $40,000 of renovations
- 120 days to complete the work
- Not available for appliances
Construction
- Self-built or contractor-built
- Use as little as 5% down
- Land can be used as a down payment
- Minimum 650 credit score
Alex Lavender
Meet Your Local Mortgage Broker
Alex Lavender is an Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP) and the author of “Mortgages For Millennials” and provides mortgage broker services in Halifax.
He takes pride in helping Nova Scotians purchase their first homes, refinance their current homes, or obtain a loan when no other options are available.
Alex listens to your situation and uses the necessary information to provide you with a variety of options from different lenders, including the big banks.
What You SHould Know
Commonly Asked Questions
Why should you use a mortgage broker instead of a bank?
Mortgage brokers are extremely common among first time home buyers. A mortgage broker works with many lenders including major banks, small lenders and private lenders. Which means they have access to better rates, and more variety of mortgage types.
What exactly does a mortgage broker do?
Mortgage brokers act as a resourceful intermediary on behalf of individuals. Your broker will research and present to you a variety of different mortgages. From big banks to private lenders, which will let you compare the best rates that you can get.
What should you look for in a mortgage broker?
Here’s what you should look for in a mortgage broker. Know the average time to closing, third party fees and lender fees, and the cost or timeline to lock in your mortgage rate. If you are curious about a broker reach out and talk to them, see if you enjoy their service that’ll give you a good idea if you want to work with them.
Our services
Mortgage Solutions
Committed to providing you with a wide range of services.
Bad Credit
We understand life happens and we are here to help. No matter what your credit score we have options available through alternative lending options.
Read about our bad credit mortgage options.
Traditional Mortgage
We have access to a wide array of lenders to find you the perfect mortgage. We provide you with not only the best rates but the best terms custom tailored for your situation.
Self-Employed
Stated income options instead of taxable income verification. Learn about the possibilities you can have with one of our self-employed mortgages.
Construction
Build your own home with as little as 5% down. Learn about our construction and mortgage plus improvements.
Get Your Dream Home
It’s time to sit down and talk, allow me to get you into your new home as I have done with so many happy clients.