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During the construction phase, you will have the option of a Variable Open Mortgage or a Variable Closed Mortgage and will only pay the interest on your mortgage.
Once you complete construction, you can choose to remain with your current mortgage, or switch to a Fixed Rate Mortgage.
When it comes to the cost of your mortgage, a lower mortgage rate makes a big difference.
For example, the difference between a fixed rate of 7.04% and our rate of 6.15% on a $500,000 mortgage would mean interest savings of $21,565 over the 5 year term.
Moving your daily banking account to Cambrian will save you money every year with Unfee.
Bank for free by setting up a monthly direct deposit in your Cambrian chequing or savings account and we’ll refund your service fees every month. With our Premium Account, you will save $222 every year. No minimum balance required.
At Cambrian, we make what you may consider complicated, like building a home, simpler.
Each build is different. We evaluate each situation individually to provide you with the best possible solution. We will listen to your needs and explain all your options so that you can make the decision that is best for you.
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You can apply for a mortgage online at anytime.
You will need the following information (if joint borrowers, you will need the information for both borrowers):
1. Employment information, including your gross monthly salary (before taxes and deductions)
2. Information about your assets, such as:
• Properties you own
• Vehicles you own
• RRSPs & investments
• Chequing and savings balances
3. Information about your debt payments and liabilities, which include:
• Mortgages
• Loans
• Credit cards
• Rent & lease payments
4. We may also need you to provide us with the following documents:
• Valid photo identification
• Income verification (pay stub, T4, etc.)
• Statements (bank, credit card, etc.)
• Tax return
We will review your online application within one business day and email you next steps. If we are proceeding with your application, we will ask you to book a meeting online with one of our advisors (you can meet by video, phone or in person).
Once pre-approved you may also need to provide the following documents:
With a construction mortgage, you can choose either a Variable Open Mortgage or a Variable Closed Mortgage. During the construction phase, you only make interest payments on the mortgage amount. Once the build is complete, you have the option of switching to a fixed rate mortgage if you wish.
All Construction Mortgages are referred to your lawyer due to registration, search, zoning & survey requirements.
We will draft the documents for your signature and review together.
With a construction mortgage, the mortgage funds are advanced according to the percentage of work completed at each of the construction stages below.
Prior to advancing the funds, an appraiser will inspect the property and report on the percentage of completion. An advance will then be sent to the lawyer.
Stage 1: Foundation - excavation, footings, foundation, damp-proofing, weeping tile and back fill.
Stage 2: Complete Framing – finished framing, roofing, rough plumbing (including septic tank and field if applicable) roughed-in electrical plumbing and heating, exterior doors and windows installed.
Stage 3: Complete Interior Finishing - complete drywall, finish carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing and heating, interior doors and basement floor.
Stage 4: Final Inspection - final official inspection of the build once it is completed.
The construction is finished and it is time to move in. Now all you need to do is make this house your new home!
We know your time is precious, so we strive to make your experience quick and seamless.
The Cambrian Variable Closed Mortgage typically has a lower interest rate than the Variable Open Mortgage.
The Cambrian Variable Closed Mortgage has a 5-year term and can be paid out prior to maturity, however a 3-month interest penalty will apply.
The Cambrian Variable Open Mortgage has no specific term and can be paid out at any time without penalty.
Both the Variable Closed and the Variable Open have a variable rate that can fluctuate up or down throughout the life of the mortgage.
Yes, you can sign up for alerts when interest rates change.
1. Login to Online Banking
2. Select your name in the top right menu and click "Profile & Settings"
3. Under "Alerts" click the arrow beside "Rate Changes"
5. Turn on the alert by selecting the email you want to receive it to then selecting the rate alerts you wish to receive below. You can also turn off alerts by unselecting them.
Yes, you can sign up for alerts when interest rates change.
If you are an existing homeowner and are buying or building a new home before the close of the sale of your existing home, you may need Bridge Financing (also known as Interim Financing).
Bridge Financing is a short-term loan ranging from 60 to 180 days that will bridge the gap between buying and taking possession of your new home & receiving the proceeds of the sale of your existing home. To qualify, you must have an unconditional offer on the sale of your existing home, meaning that the offer is not contingent on another event (such as the sale of the buyer’s home).
Book a meeting to discuss Bridge Financing
You do not need to be a member to apply for a mortgage. We will open a Cambrian membership if your mortgage application is approved.
It takes less than 15 minutes to apply online.
You can also book a meeting online to meet with with an advisor via
