Laurie Kotak - Mortgage Broker

Laurie Kotak || October 05, 2018

Paperwork required to be approved for a mortgage

The process of qualifying for a mortgage can seem a bit intimidating but with a little preparation, it can go smoothly. There will be paperwork required to verify your income and your savings and if...

Laurie Kotak || October 03, 2018

Confused about how your credit score is determined?

It can be confusing trying to understand all of the factors that affect your credit score and how you can positively affect them. Here’s a typical scenario: You and your spouse are applying for a...

Laurie Kotak || May 03, 2018

Do you know all the costs of buying a home?

Before you take possession of your new home, you need to consider any and all additional costs of obtaining your mortgage - closing costs.. Home inspection...

Laurie Kotak || May 03, 2018

Use these saving tips to become mortgage free!

Good news! It only takes small changes for you to become mortgage free and save thousands of dollars in interest. In December, Mortgage Professionals Canada released its annual state of the housing...