Exploring Canadian Multifamily Lending, CMHC Loans, and Ontario Investment Opportunities
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Sandy MacKay

Exploring Canadian Multifamily Lending, CMHC Loans, and Ontario Investment Opportunities

E129 • Sep 8, 2025 • 6 mins

In this episode, Sandy MacKay begins with an overview of the Canadian real estate market, setting the context for a comparative analysis of Canadian and U.S. lending systems. He highlights opportunities for investors, particularly with the introduction of CMHC Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance. The discussion then shifts to the benefits of multifamily investments in Ontario, emphasizing financing security and flexible advancing options. Sandy also covers new home warranty and purchase conditions, providing insights into protecting investments. The episode concludes with a focus on investor opportunities, offering a comprehensive guide to navigating the multifamily real estate market in Canada.

Key Points

  • Canadian mortgages typically reset every five years or less, making the market more susceptible to interest rate fluctuations and financial swings.
  • The CMHC Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance product provides insured financing up to 95 percent of the "as-improved" value for one- or two-unit properties, and up to 90 percent for three- or four-unit properties, offering greater leverage for multifamily investors.
  • Understanding the nuances of the Canadian lending system and leveraging new financing products like the CMHC Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance can provide significant opportunities for multifamily investors, especially in markets like Hamilton, Niagara, and Burlington.
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