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Straight Answers for Homeowners the Banks Turned Away
For more than 20 years we have helped Canadian homeowners use their equity to stop foreclosure, clear tax debt, consolidate high-interest balances, and get approved when the bank said no. This is where we share what we have learned, in plain language, so you can make confident decisions about your home and your finances.
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Home Equity Loans
Using the equity you have already built to access funds, even with bruised credit or non-traditional income.
Bad Credit Mortgages
How homeowners with low credit scores, missed payments, or collections still get approved.
Private Mortgages
When banks and B lenders say no, private lending can offer fast, equity-based solutions.
Second Mortgages
Borrow against your equity without touching your existing first mortgage or its rate.
Stop Foreclosure
Facing a power of sale or foreclosure? Learn the steps that can keep you in your home.
Debt Consolidation
Roll high-interest credit cards and loans into one manageable payment using home equity.
CRA Debt & Liens
Clear Canada Revenue Agency tax debt and remove liens before they threaten your home.
Property Tax Arrears
Behind on property taxes? Stop a tax sale and bring your account current with your equity.
Featured Guides
Our most useful reads for homeowners exploring their options.
What if I Can’t Pay For Property Taxes?
A property owner in Ontario needs to pay property taxes - taxes that are used mainly for public education, local police, libraries, and firefighting. Your municipality will mail you a tax bill every year for every property that you own in Ontario. How much you need to...
What Is a Variable Rate Mortgage?
Are you trying to get your head around what a variable-rate mortgage is? When looking at getting a mortgage, it can be difficult to make sense of all of the technical jargon that lenders use. The difficulty starts with having to work through the math of different...
What Is a Fixed Rate Mortgage?
So, what is a fixed-rate mortgage? Any time you're looking to purchase a new home or refinance your home, it's important to know all of your options so that you can make the decision that's right for you. Having a clear overview of your financial choices is important....
What Is Refinancing a Mortgage?
Are you unhappy with the current terms of your home loan? Are you struggling with debt? Or do you maybe want to benefit from changed market conditions and get a more competitive rate? If you are in any of these positions, then you have probably heard about the option...
What is a Second Mortgage?
A second mortgage or a home equity loan is another loan you take out from the same property. The amount that you are allowed to borrow depends on the amount of equity in your home. Home equity is the difference between the market value of your property less what you...
Home Equity Loans in Ontario With Bad Credit or No Income
If you own a home in Ontario, you can qualify for a home equity loan — even with low credit or reduced income. Approval is based on your property value, not your credit score. Many homeowners want to know: how to get a home equity loan with bad credit and no income....
A Guide to Mortgage Deferrals Canada – Covid-19
Am I Eligible For A Mortgage Deferral Because of Covid 19? Frustrated Canadians looking for Covid 19 mortgage relief or coronavirus mortgage deferrals are facing delays and denials from Canada’s big banks. The big banks have been flooded with calls over a short period...
Bankruptcy – Your Home Equity Could Save You
Considering Bankruptcy? If You Have Home Equity Read This First... If you feel like you've been drowning in debt, you may be considering bankruptcy. You may also be looking for a way to avoid bankruptcy. Fortunately, for homeowners, there may be a way to get out of...
Equity Line of Credit Uses 101 – RRSP Investments
How to Save Money for Retirement with an Equity Line of Credit Do you have or need an equity line of credit? February is almost over and it’s your last opportunity to invest in RRSPs for savings on your tax bill. You could increase your income tax refund and use some...
Turned Away by Your Bank? Let's Talk.
For more than 20 years we have helped Canadian homeowners get approved using their equity when the banks said no. There may be a solution for you too.
Get Approved Nowor call 1-855-668-3074