Renew or switch? See both, with costs.
Most people just sign the renewal letter. Enter your numbers and compare staying put against moving your mortgage — including the switch costs, so the winner is honest.
New term
A straight switch at renewal usually carries no penalty — just discharge and legal fees, often covered by the new lender.
vs
Over the term, switching would
put you ahead by
$10,691
Don't just sign the letter
Have a broker shop your renewal.
Renewal offers are rarely a lender's best rate. A broker runs your file across the market and handles the switch paperwork if moving wins.
What a licensed mortgage professional does
- Switch paperwork handled for you
- Told plainly if staying wins
Illustrative comparison based on your inputs, using Canadian semi-annual compounding over the selected term. Not an offer of credit. Renewal and switch rates and eligibility are set by the lender. Confirm your exact figures before deciding.