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Craig Austin helps Toronto homeowners across every pocket of the city, from the Beaches to High Park, Leaside to Leslieville, Yonge-Eglinton to the Junction. We compare 50+ Canadian lenders, specialize in physician financing for doctors at UHN, Sick Kids, Mount Sinai, St. Michael's, and Sunnybrook, and walk every Toronto buyer through the city's double land transfer tax before they make an offer. Zero broker fee, remote-friendly, honest advice.

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The Toronto housing market

Toronto is Canada's largest and most expensive housing market. The median detached home sits around $1.65M in spring 2026, with premium midtown and west-end pockets like Rosedale, Forest Hill, Lawrence Park, and High Park-Swansea regularly clearing $2.5M. East-end neighbourhoods like Leslieville, Riverdale, and the Upper Beaches run $1.3M-$1.6M for detached. Semis and townhomes across most of the 416 sit $1M-$1.4M. Condos start in the high-$400Ks downtown and mid-$500Ks along the subway lines. Toronto is the only Ontario city with a municipal land transfer tax on top of the provincial one, which on a $1.65M home adds roughly $28,000 to closing costs.

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Why use a mortgage broker in Toronto?

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 Toronto, 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 Toronto and all of City of Toronto. 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 Toronto

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 Toronto homeowners choose Craig Austin Mortgage Group

170+ five-star Google reviews across the GTA, Halton, and Hamilton. Real clients, real outcomes, real numbers.

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Canadian lenders compared in a single application

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Five-star Google reviews from real clients

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Licensed Mortgage Agent operating under Tango Ontario (FSRA #13691)

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Physician mortgage specialty for doctors, residents, and healthcare pros

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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.

1

Book a free call

Tell us about your situation - buying, renewing, refinancing, or just exploring your options in Toronto. We ask the right questions and give you a clear picture of what is possible. No commitment, no pressure.

2

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.

3

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 Toronto

If your question is not here, book a call - we answer everything.

A mortgage broker in Toronto costs $0. Brokers are paid by the lender when your mortgage closes, not by you. The rate you get through a broker is the same or better than going directly to that lender. There is no cost trade-off for using a broker in Toronto or anywhere in Ontario.

The median detached home in Toronto is approximately $1.65M in spring 2026. Premium pockets like Rosedale, Forest Hill, and Lawrence Park regularly exceed $2.5M. East-end neighbourhoods like Leslieville and Riverdale run $1.3M-$1.6M for detached. Semis and townhomes sit $1M-$1.4M across most of the 416. Condos start in the high-$400Ks downtown.

Toronto is the only Ontario city with a municipal land transfer tax in addition to the provincial tax, so you pay it twice. On a $1.65M home the combined land transfer tax is roughly $56,000 before first-time buyer rebates. First-time buyers get up to $4,475 off the provincial portion and up to $4,475 off the Toronto portion. Craig walks every Toronto client through the exact closing cost number before they make an offer.

Yes. Physicians, residents, and dentists in Toronto qualify for physician-specific mortgage programs that accept signed contracts and offer letters instead of two years of T4s. These programs often allow higher loan amounts with less down payment and ignore student debt in qualification. Craig specializes in physician financing for doctors at UHN (Toronto General, Toronto Western, Princess Margaret), Sick Kids, Mount Sinai, St. Michael's, and Sunnybrook.

In most cases, yes. A mortgage broker has access to 50+ lenders including every major bank, credit unions, and monolines like MCAP, First National, and Strive. Your bank can only offer its own products. Brokers compare rates and terms across the full market in one application. Many Toronto homeowners save $5,000-$15,000 over a 5-year term by switching lenders at renewal instead of signing the bank letter.

Not always. Homes under $1.5M can be purchased with less than 20% down using CMHC insurance. On a $1.3M Toronto home, the minimum down is $105,000 (5% on the first $500K, 10% on the remaining $800K). Homes priced at $1.5M or higher require 20% down and cannot be CMHC-insured, which rules out most Toronto detached homes from the insured market.

Pre-construction requires careful financial planning. Deposits are typically 20% paid in stages over 12-24 months. Occupancy fees during interim closing can run $2,500-$4,000 per month with no equity building. Final mortgage approval happens at final closing, often years after you signed, so rates and your income situation may have shifted. Craig reviews the deposit structure, occupancy cost, and mortgage qualification timeline before clients commit.

Yes. Craig is based in Burlington but works with Toronto clients every week. The full mortgage process runs remotely: document upload is online, signatures are electronic, lender communication is handled by the broker, and closing happens with your real estate lawyer. There is no reason to visit a branch or office to get a Toronto mortgage.

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