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How It Works

How RATECORE Mortgage Works

From first question to closing day — here's exactly what happens when you work with us.

Reviewed by RATECORE’s FSRA-licensed mortgage teamLast reviewed June 2026
Quick answer
RATECORE lets you compare live mortgage rates from 30+ Ontario lenders in minutes, then connects you with a licensed mortgage agent who handles the application — for free, with no impact to your credit score to start.

Sources:FSRA

The Process

Your Path to the Right Mortgage

Five straightforward steps from your first question to closing day.

01
5 min

Tell Us What You're Looking For

No SIN, no hard credit pull. Just tell us your goal (purchase, refinance, or renewal), property price, down payment, and income. Takes 5 minutes.

02
Instant

See Your Instant Estimate

Our system matches your profile to 30+ lenders instantly. You'll see an estimated payment, your maximum mortgage, and whether you'll need CMHC insurance.

03
1 day

Get Connected with an Expert

A licensed Ontario mortgage professional reviews your file. We connect you within 1 business day to discuss your options.

04
Your choice

Compare & Choose Your Mortgage

Your mortgage expert presents the top 3–5 options tailored to your situation. No pressure — just clear comparisons.

05
Done!

Close With Confidence

We coordinate with your lawyer, lender, and real estate agent. You show up on closing day, sign the papers, and get the keys.

Why Choose RATECORE

Why Compare Rates With Us?

We work for you, not the bank. Here's what that means in practice.

Access to 30+ Lenders

Including major banks, credit unions, and monolines — giving you more options and better rates than going to a single bank.

Completely Free to You

Our service is 100% free to homebuyers. The lender pays when your mortgage closes — you never pay a cent.

One Application, Many Offers

Shopping multiple lenders yourself triggers multiple hard credit inquiries. RATECORE submits one application across all of them.

Licensed Professionals

Every mortgage expert in our network is FSRA-licensed and specializes in Ontario. They explain every option in plain language.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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