You Don’t Need to Navigate the Mortgage Process Alone.

I guide first-time buyers, refinancing clients, and self-employed business owners through every mortgage step with clarity and care.

You Deserve a Comfortable Place to Call Home

Whether you're buying your first home, moving up, downsizing, or refinancing, you want a stable, comfortable, and affordable place to live — in Ontario or anywhere across Canada. That desire is real. And it’s worth pursuing.

Top 5 Challenges Canadians Face When Getting a Mortgage

1. Strict qualifying rate and stress test
2. High credit score requirements
3. Income-expense GDS% and TDS% ratios
4. Self-employed write-offs
5. 90-day down payment history

I’m Glad to Be Your Mortgage Guide

Over the past 30 years, I’ve helped more than 4,000 Canadians complete their mortgage journey. I will take ownership in making the process clearer, calmer, and more achievable for you too.

You will receive the best mortgage experience, supported by a team that you can trust.

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The Mortgage Process

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Understand our approach

Here is how we guide you through Pre-approval

  1. We take time to understand your goals and current financial picture.
  2. You’ll complete a secure online pre-application form in 10 minutes.
  3. With your consent, we’ll access your Equifax credit bureau report.
  4. We review everything together and finalize your pre-approval application.
  5. We submit your application to a lender and lock in your mortgage rate for up to 120 days.
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Your co-ordination

Why Your Active Participation Matters

  1. Please provide clear proof of income and down payment in PDF.
  2. Share your pre-approval letter with your realtor so we can all work as a team.
  3. Timely communication helps keep your file moving.
  4. If anything concerns you, let me know right away.
  5. It’s fine to shop around initially — but once you choose to work with me, I ask for full commitment.
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Avoid Pitfalls

10 Costly Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid

Before you sign, make sure you’re not falling into these common traps:

  1. No Pre-Approval – Wasting time on homes outside your budget.

  2. Chasing Lowest Rate – Overlooking terms and hidden penalties.

  3. Missing Documents – Delays and frustration during approval.

  4. Incorrect Info – Errors can cause rejection or red flags.

  5. Credit Score < 680 – Fewer options, higher rates, possible insurer denial.

     
  6. Ignoring the Fine Print – Surprise fees and restrictions later.

  7. Unproven Down Payment – Must show 90-day history, no unexplained deposits.

  8. No Proof of Closing Funds – High-ratio loans need 1.5% of price in savings.

  9. Bank-Only Shopping – We access 57 lenders for better solutions.

  10. Big Life Changes Mid-Process – Can derail your approval.

👉 Let us guide you around these pitfalls — and toward the RIGHT mortgage.

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Why Due Diligence Matters

Closing Smoothly Starts with Getting the Details Right

Getting approved is just the beginning. Every mortgage comes with conditions that must be met before closing, including:

You’re NOT falling into these common traps:

  1. Proof of Income.

  2. Proof of Down Payment.

  3. Debt Paydown (if required).

  4. Satisfy Property Appraisal, especially bid on multiple offers.

While the underwriter issues your approval, it’s the Fulfillment Officer who ensures all conditions are satisfied before funds are released.

What You Can Do to Help:

  1. Send Documents Promptly.

  2. Submit Files in PDF Format Whenever Possible.

  3. Complete e-Sign Promptly.

  4. Avoid Holidays Between Approval and Closing.

Your cooperation helps avoid last-minute issues and ensures your mortgage closes on time and stress-free.

We’ll guide you every step of the way — until the keys are in your hand.

Use Maurice's Canadian Mortgage Calculator Online

Estimate your mortgage payments, compare rates, and test different scenarios in minutes. Start with my full Canadian Mortgage Calculator page, then download the free mobile app if you find it helpful.

✔️ Mortgage Calculator
✔️ Refinance Analysis
✔️ Pre-Qualification Tool
✔️ Purchase Calculator
✔️ Stress Test
✔️ Required Income
✔️ Land Transfer Tax Calculator
✔️ Debt Service Calculator

📱 You’ll also find download links for my iOS & Android app on that page.

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Best mortgage rates

How can we offer low from the get go rates?

We work with 57 lenders — including banks, alternative lenders, and private mortgage providers. That means we can shop around to find the best fit for your unique situation. Whether you’re buying your first home, renewing, or refinancing, we’ll do the digging so you don’t have to.

Maurice Kwok, MBA CPA MA — Ontario mortgage broker in Richmond Hill providing expert mortgage advice, pre-approvals, refinancing, and home purchase guidance in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Maurice Kwok, MBA CPA MA

I’ve guided over 4,000 clients through the mortgage process with clarity and confidence.
I’ll be with you every step of the way — offering honest advice, thoughtful solutions, and always putting your best interest first.

郭泽文先生 (粵語、國語、英語)

我已为超过四千位客户提供按揭服务,整个流程清晰透明,让他们倍感安心。
在整个申请过程中,我会全程陪伴在您身边,提供诚恳建议与周全方案,并始终以您的最大利益为优先考量。

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Helping Over 4,000 Canadians Make Smart

Mortgage Moves Since 1995

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Clarify Your Goals and Challenges

If you don’t plan properly, your bank may decline your application — even if you can afford the payments. I’ll take time to understand your situation and build a mortgage plan that protects you from that outcome.

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Act in Your Best Interest

Banks set strict lending policies, high-ratio insurers add rules, and the government’s stress test piles on. I’ll guide you and highlight your strengths so your application isn’t blocked by rigid criteria.

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Find the Right Lender

Choosing the wrong lender first can lead to declines, delays, or missed opportunities for better terms. I’ll help you avoid those setbacks and secure approval with solutions that truly fit your situation.

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Take Ownership of Your Application

Your mortgage matters to me as much as it does to you. I’ll manage it with the same care and persistence as if it were my own, ensuring the process runs smoothly and any issues are resolved quickly.

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Your Trusted Mortgage Guide — With 30 Years of Experience

I spent 18 years helping clients at Canada’s top banks — RBC, TD, BMO, and National Bank. Now, as a Mortgage Broker for over 12 years, I work for you — not the bank — to find the mortgage that truly fits your needs.

Let’s chat. I’ll walk you through every step — no pressure.

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Avoid Costly Mistakes

Avoid Costly Mortgage Mistakes

The wrong mortgage can cost you thousands in interest, penalties, or missed opportunities.
Many mortgage approvals fall apart during final due diligence — often just days before closing.
Working with a knowledgeable, experienced broker helps you avoid fine print traps, last-minute surprises, and approvals that don’t hold up when it matters most.

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How can I best help you?

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