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Unlocking Real Estate Protection: Understanding Title Insurance with Shauna Vandenbroek

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 In this insightful episode of Real Life Mortgage Solutions, host Len Lane is joined by Shauna Vandenbroek, Business Development Manager for Residential Lending Solutions at FCT (First Canadian Title). Shauna dives deep into the often-overlooked topic of title insurance, explaining its critical role in protecting homeowners from various risks. From covering unknown issues like liens, […]

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Construction Mortgages: Draw, Completion, and Purchase Plus Improvement

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Have you considered buying a house to renovate or building your own home from the ground up and wondered how a mortgage can cover that? In this episode, Len discusses the three types of construction project mortgages (Purchase Plus Improvement, Completion, and Draw Mortgages), how they’re different, and what they cover. After listening, you’ll have

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Cheryl Wilkes On Rental Properties

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In this engaging episode, Len Lane welcomes back Cheryl Wilkes, an award-winning mortgage broker and real estate expert. Cheryl shares her extensive experience managing rental properties, including the challenges and rewards of being a landlord. From dealing with problematic tenants to navigating property management companies, Cheryl offers invaluable insights for both new and seasoned investors.

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Understanding Private Lending and Mortgage Investment Corporations with Reaza Ali

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 In this episode, Len Lane chats with Reaza Ali, a mortgage expert, about private lending and Mortgage Investment Corporations (MICs). They explain how private lending and MICs work differently from traditional banks, providing options for people who may not qualify for bank loans.  Reaza clarifies the risks involved and emphasizes the importance of choosing reputable

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Unlocking Success: The Journey of Cheryl Wilkes from Part-time to Full-time Broker

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In this episode, Len Lane, founder and president of Brokers for Life Inc., sits down with Cheryl Wilkes, a seasoned mortgage broker and one of the founding members of Brokers for Life. Cheryl shares her journey from working part-time to embracing full-time commitment in the mortgage industry. The conversation delves into Cheryl’s transition, highlighting pivotal

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Unlocking Mortgage Solutions for the Self-Employed

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In this episode of Real Life Mortgage Solutions, Len Lane discusses his process for obtaining mortgages for self-employed Canadians. Len provides invaluable insights into recent shifts in tax regulations impacting self-employed mortgage applicants, emphasizing the importance of strategic tax planning. He discusses the challenges self-employed individuals face in qualifying for mortgages due to tightened regulations

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Maximizing Your Mortgage Renewal: Navigating Options and Rates

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In this episode of the Real Life Mortgage Solutions podcast, Len Lane delves into the critical yet often overlooked process of mortgage renewals. With a staggering statistic that 85% of Canadians auto-renew their mortgages without exploring better options, Len breaks down the implications of this decision and why it’s crucial for individuals to reassess their

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Unlocking Mortgage Mastery with Amy Wilson: Real Life Mortgage Solutions

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In this episode, Len Lane, founder and president of Brokers for Life Inc., sits down with Amy Wilson, a founding team member of the organization, to delve into her journey into the world of mortgage brokerage. From her background in finance to the pivotal decision to transition into mortgage brokering, Amy shares her insights, experiences,

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