New Mortgage Rules in Canada

Mortgage qualification criteria (stress test): All mortgage borrowers are subject to qualifying criteria (aka stress test) that would determine whether they would be able to afford their principal and interest payments should interest rates increase. Check with your TD Mobile Mortgage Specialist to understand how qualification rules can affect your mortgage loan.

As of January 1, 2023, the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act is in effect. This means that TD is only able to lend mortgage monies to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or Indians as defined under the Indian Act, or other persons as set out in the Act. Please contact your lawyer/ notary for any questions.

Conventional Mortgages: Home buyers with a down payment of 20% or more are subject to a stress test using the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) minimum qualifying rate or the customer’s mortgage interest rate plus 2% - whichever is higher.

The rules don’t apply if you’re renewing your TD Mortgage: New rules that come into effect only apply to new mortgage loan agreements. They do not apply when renewing your existing mortgage loan with TD.

Understand what type of mortgage best fits your means: We can help make sure you are prepared with the knowledge you need to make your mortgage decision, including when new rules have taken effect. Learn more about buying your first home.

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For more information check out this article from TD Stories.