Looking for a mortgage broker in Niagara Falls?
Craig Austin and his team are licensed Ontario mortgage agents working throughout Niagara. Buying your first home, renewing, refinancing, or financing a rental: we compare 50+ Canadian lenders and handle the parts that make a Niagara Falls file different from a suburban one.
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The Niagara Falls housing market
The benchmark price in Niagara Falls was about $562K in June 2026, down from roughly $608K a year earlier, which puts it above St. Catharines and Welland but below Lincoln. The city has an economy weighted toward tourism and hospitality, and that shapes the mortgage picture more than the housing does: a large share of local income is seasonal, tipped, or variable hours, and lenders read that kind of income very differently from one another. The QEW gives a direct run up to Hamilton and Burlington, and GO service has made the commuter argument more realistic than it once was. Short-term rental potential comes up constantly here, and it is worth knowing early that most lenders will not count Airbnb-style income at all when qualifying you.
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Why use a mortgage broker in Niagara Falls?
A mortgage broker is a licensed professional who shops multiple lenders on your behalf. Instead of going to one bank and accepting their offer, a broker compares rates and terms from 50+ lenders in a single application. The lender pays the broker, so there is no cost to you.
In Niagara Falls, where property values and mortgage amounts are significant, even a small rate difference translates to thousands of dollars in savings over a 5-year term. A broker also negotiates terms like prepayment privileges, portability, and penalty structures that matter when your life changes.
Craig Austin is a Level 2 Mortgage Agent operating under Tango Ontario (FSRA #13691), serving Niagara Falls and all of Niagara Region. With access to every major lender in Canada and a specialty in physician and healthcare financing, Craig handles everything from first-time purchases to complex refinances and investment properties.
What we help with
Mortgage help in Niagara Falls
Every situation is different. Here is what we see most often.
Buying a Home
First-time or experienced buyer, we walk you through the stress test, down payment options, CMHC insurance, and closing costs. Then we find the rate and lender that fits your situation.
Mortgage Renewal
Your bank sends a renewal letter and hopes you sign it without shopping around. You can switch lenders at renewal with zero penalty. We compare the full market so you know exactly what you are leaving on the table.
Refinancing
Pulling equity for renovations, consolidating debt, or restructuring your mortgage to save money. We calculate the penalty, compare the options, and make sure the numbers actually work before you commit.
Physician Mortgages
Doctors, residents, and dentists qualify for specific programs that accept offer letters instead of T4s, ignore student debt, and often allow higher loan amounts. We know every lender in Canada that offers these programs.
Self-Employed
Business owners, freelancers, and commission earners face tighter scrutiny from traditional lenders. We know which lenders accept business financials, stated income, or alternative documentation to get you approved.
Investment Properties
Rental properties have different qualification rules, down payment requirements, and rate options. We know which lenders are investor-friendly and how to structure applications to maximize your buying power.
Why homeowners work with us
Why Niagara Falls homeowners choose Craig Austin Mortgage Group
191+ five-star Google reviews across the GTA, Halton, and Hamilton. Real clients, real outcomes, real numbers.
Canadian lenders compared in a single application
Five-star Google reviews from real clients
Broker fee: compensation comes from the lender, not you
Licensed Mortgage Agent operating under Tango Ontario (FSRA #13691)
Physician mortgage specialty for doctors, residents, and healthcare pros
Host of The Mortgage Secrets Podcast on Spotify
What clients say
“We had a fantastic experience working with Craig and his team. Incredibly helpful, supportive, and made sure we understood every step. Everything felt smooth and stress-free.”
Tamara S., Google Review
“Craig gave me honest expert advice about switching my mortgage on renewal for a better rate. His knowledge was impressive and I felt he had my best interests in mind. Highly recommend.”
Anthony S., Google Review
“Craig made the notoriously challenging process of understanding and securing a mortgage a breeze with his expert knowledge and his ability to explain difficult concepts throughout the home buying process.”
Ryan K., Google Review
The process
How it works
Three steps. No paperwork surprises.
Book a free call
Tell us about your situation - buying, renewing, refinancing, or just exploring your options in Niagara Falls. We ask the right questions and give you a clear picture of what is possible. No commitment, no pressure.
We shop 50+ lenders
We compare rates, terms, and qualification criteria across the entire Canadian mortgage market. We handle all the applications, paperwork, and lender communication. You get a clear recommendation with the numbers behind it.
You close with confidence
We walk you through every document before you sign. No surprises at the lawyer. Craig stays available by phone, email, or podcast question throughout the process and beyond.
Common questions
Mortgage questions in Niagara Falls
If your question is not here, book a call - we answer everything.
Ready to talk?
Book a free call with Craig. No commitment, no sales pitch - just honest answers about your Niagara Falls mortgage.
Book a Call with CraigOr email Craig at craig@wearemortgages.ca