Homebuyers who have immigrated or relocated to Canada within the last 5 years are eligible under to purchase a property with as little as a 5% down payment.
We understand that you and your family have unique needs. As such, we offer special mortgage programs designed for Newcomers to Canada.
Eligible Properties for purchase include single family homes with up to 2 suites. (Note: clients are required to live in one of the suites).
Minimum Downpayment Required: 5% of purchase price. (Note: 5% needs to come from borrowers own resources, additional can be a gift)
Clients are required to provide the following:
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Proof of Employment: employment letter with an overview of your salary and employment status along with a current paystub
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Proof of down payment: bank or investment statements showing 90 days history on the down payment funds.
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Proof of Acceptable Credit can be provided by the following:
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Landlord reference letter and 12 months bank statements,
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Utility Bills, Telephone bills, Cable bills, Insurance payments
- Must have a valid work permit with 183 days remaining at the time of offer or be permanent resident.
We have worked with many New to Canada families to help them settle into their own homes. Purchasing your own home means that you can begin to establish community, settle your children in their school and start building equity.
Newcomers to Canada can combine other programs such as “purchase plus improvements” or the “First Time Home Buyers Incentive Program” to their home purchase.
New To Canada Mortgage and Lending Options
Qualified homebuyers who have immigrated or relocated to Canada within the last 5 years are eligible to purchase a property with as little as a 5% down payment.
Eligible Properties for purchase include single family homes with up to 2 suites. (Note: clients are required to live in one of the suites).
Minimum Downpayment Required: 5% of purchase price. (Note: 5% needs to come from borrowers own resources, additional can be a gift)
Clients are required to provide the following:
- Proof of Employment: employment letter with an overview of your salary and employment status.
- Proof of down payment: bank or investment statements showing 90 days history on the down payment funds.
- Proof of Acceptable Credit can be provided by the following: Landlord reference letter and 12 months bank statements, Utility Bills, Telephone bills, Cable bills, Insurance payments
- A Firm Purchase Contract