Watch: What is mortgage affordability?

By MoneySense Editors on February 24, 2022
Estimated reading time: 1 minute

Before buying a property, it helps to know how much you can afford to borrow as a mortgage. In this video, we look at everything that determines mortgage affordability.

Not sure how much you can borrow to purchase a property? To find out, you’ll need to know about “mortgage affordability.” That’s how much money you are able to borrow to purchase a home. This video outlines the factors that can influence mortgage affordability and it shares everything you need to calculate it yourself before approaching a lender.

Watch: What is mortgage affordability?

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