Buy a Home · Toronto · Brokerage #13763

Buy a home in Toronto — pre-approval, down payment and closing, explained.

Whether you're a first-time buyer or moving up, lendsimpl compares lenders to find a purchase mortgage that fits your file — with pre-approval guidance, the stress test and Toronto closing costs explained before you start shopping.

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Takes about 30 seconds · No cost to compare your options

How It Works

From pre-approval to keys in hand

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Get pre-approved

Tell us your income, assets and homebuying goals. We submit to lenders and put together pre-approval options, including a rate hold where the lender offers one.

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Find your home

Shop with confidence. Your realtor knows exactly what budget you're working with.

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Choose your mortgage

Once you have an accepted offer, we compare final terms across lenders and walk you through fixed vs. variable, term and amortization.

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Close on your home

We coordinate with your lawyer, lender and realtor so your closing stays on schedule.

Who we help

Every buyer has a different story

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First-time buyers

CMHC insurance, the stress test, the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) and land transfer tax rebates — explained before you shop.

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Move-up buyers

Selling and buying at the same time? We coordinate bridge financing, porting your existing mortgage and the timing of your closing dates.

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Self-employed

Qualify using stated income or bank statements with lenders who understand self-employed buyers.

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New to Canada

Newcomer mortgage programs for buyers who don't yet have a Canadian credit history.

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Home Purchase Mortgage

What is a purchase mortgage?

A purchase mortgage is a loan from a bank, credit union or private lender that helps you buy a home. In Canada the minimum down payment is 5% on the first $500,000 of the price, 10% on the portion between $500,000 and $999,999, and 20% on homes of $1,000,000 or more — and a down payment under 20% requires mortgage default insurance.

You'll be talking to

Tissa Ratnayake, licensed lendsimpl mortgage brokerTissa RatnayakeLicensed Mortgage Broker
Anne Xavier, licensed lendsimpl mortgage brokerAnne XavierLicensed Mortgage Broker

Not a call centre, real people, individually FSRA-licensed.

FSRA licensed. Full disclosure.

FSRA Licensed #13763

lendsimpl is a Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario–licensed brokerage. Every mortgage agent is individually licensed.

Full fee disclosure — always

Any lender, broker, legal or appraisal fee that applies to your file is disclosed in writing before you commit to anything.

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Your information is encrypted, handled with strict confidentiality, and shared only with the lenders relevant to your file.

FSRA Licensed Brokerage #13763Toronto & Ontario-wide
Client reviews

What our buyers say

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“Damien Atapattu made my mortgage process completely stress‑free. He prepared all documents ahead of time and clearly understands lender, lawyer, and appraisal requirements. A friendly, energetic professional who gets results.”

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Aruna Bandaranayake

Google review · 5 mo ago

“Highly recommend! Damien took a lot of time to explain the terms thoroughly. He is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. Looking forward to working with him again!”

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Tommy Ravindran

Google review · 6 mo ago

“Shamal was amazing throughout the whole process. He is very helpful, knowledgeable and patient. If you need a good reliable mortgage broker he is the guy! He will find you the best solution.”

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Avy Loc

Google review · 7 mo ago

“Highly recommend. Damien was excellent throughout everything. Walking us through everything step by step. He was extremely well prepared and well versed in everything we needed to get a mortgage at a great rate.”

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John Abraham

Google review · 7 mo ago

“I had a great experience working with Damien. He helped me secure a very competitive mortgage rate through Scotiabank and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. He was knowledgeable, transparent, and always quick to respond to my questions. I highly recommend him.”

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Rz

Google review · 7 mo ago

“I approached lendsimpl for some financing and was amazed at the quality and time frame of service. Within a matter of days my deal was completed. Thanks to Damien and the team for expediting my business so efficiently. I highly recommend them for your financing needs. Five stars from us.”

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Sunrise Meadows

Google review · 10 mo ago

Tools

Tools and guides for Toronto home buyers

Minimum down payment in Ontario

The minimum depends on the purchase price.

Purchase priceMinimum down paymentDefault insurance available
Under $500,0005%Yes
$500,000–$999,9995% on the first $500,000, 10% on the restYes
$1,000,000 or more20%No
At a glance

Buying a home in Toronto, at a glance

5% on the first $500,000

Contract rate +2%

30 years

Buy a Home in Toronto — mortgage FAQs

Common questions from Toronto home buyers.

Have a question we didn't answer?

Tissa Ratnayake, lendsimpl mortgage broker
Anne Xavier, lendsimpl mortgage broker

Our licensed broker team is happy to help.

The minimum depends on the purchase price: 5% on the first $500,000, 10% on the portion between $500,000 and $999,999, and 20% on homes priced at $1,000,000 or more (which are not eligible for default insurance). For example, a $700,000 home requires a minimum down payment of $45,000 (5% on $500,000 plus 10% on $200,000).

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Toronto & Ontario-wide

From downtown Toronto to the GTA and across the province — we arrange purchase mortgages wherever you're buying.

TorontoNorth YorkScarboroughEtobicokeMississaugaBramptonVaughanMarkhamRichmond HillOakvilleHamiltonOntario-wide

Important

Disclosures.

Rates & approvals

Rates shown are indicative for well-qualified applicants, subject to lender approval (OAC), and can change without notice. Your rate depends on your property, down payment or equity, credit profile and the lender.

Brokerage disclosure

lendsimpl is an FSRA-licensed mortgage brokerage (Brokerage #13763) serving Toronto and Ontario. Rates, lender terms and approval timelines vary by borrower profile and lender. All applicable fees are disclosed in writing before you proceed, as required by FSRA regulations.

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Talk to an FSRA-licensed broker about pre-approval and your purchase mortgage options. Any fee that applies to your file is disclosed in writing before you proceed.

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