Nick Ametrano, Vice President

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A licensed mortgage agent, Nick is responsible for MonsterMortgage.ca's operations and marketing activities. Prior to joining the company, Nick was a customer and happily referred his family and friends to MonsterMortgage.ca. In his capacity as Vice President, Nick ensures that all clients get the same service that he did and continue to get the facts the bank won't tell them.
Nick has held senior positions in both the healthcare and government sectors. He has served as Chief of Staff to a Provincial Cabinet Minister and was responsible for the introduction of leading edge diagnostic tools to Canada's healthcare system. Nick is very active in the community where he has been a volunteer and board member for a variety of organizations including Villa Charities, Exhibition Place and Duffield Sports Club.

Recent Articles

Send us your mortgage questions!

20
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

It's your turn to ask MonsterMortgage.ca a question!

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WIN A FREE MORTGAGE PAYMENT

WIN A FREE MORTGAGE PAYMENT

14
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

First winner of the Annual MonsterMortgage.ca Renewal Contest announced

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Mayor Miller Recognizes MonsterMortgage.ca for Supporting Toronto Seniors

12
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Congratulations to Gary, Grace and Chuen for their enthusiasm and support of the MonsterMortgage.ca Toronto Challenge

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Where is the market heading?

6
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Get the latest housing outlook with Genworth Financial Canada Metropolitan Housing Outlook

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Highlights from the 2010 Toronto Challenge

Highlights from the 2010 Toronto Challenge

30
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Take a look at the highlights from the 2010 Toronto Challenge presented by MonsterMortgage.ca!

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Toronto Challenge 2010 Snapshots!

24
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Check out the pictures from the 2010 Toronto Challenge

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MonsterMortgage.ca supports the Make-a-Wish Foundation at the Genworth Financial Golf Tournament

MonsterMortgage.ca supports the Make-a-Wish Foundation at the Genworth Financial Golf Tournament

17
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Golfing for a good cause!

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Is it time for a mortgage check up?

16
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Reviewing your mortgage at least once a year with your Mortgage Agent ensures that your mortgage strategy always suits you

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And the winner is...

14
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Race results for the Toronto Challenge are in!

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NO SURPRISE, Bank of Canada raises rates

1
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Canada first G7 country to raise rates since financial crisis began

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Fixed rate, variable rate or both, which do I choose?

28
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

The pros and cons of hybrid mortgages

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RBC’s fear mongering stops, drops fixed rate mortgages

25
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Did you keep your variable rate mortgage or did you lock in?

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COUNTDOWN TO THE MONSTERMORTGAGE.CA TORONTO CHALLENGE

14
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

MonsterMortgage.ca raises money for Toronto’s seniors.

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Will your mortgage strategy stand up to the banks' interest rate increase this year and beyond?

Will your mortgage strategy stand up to the banks' interest rate increase this year and beyond?

10
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Check out the third of three new commercial spots airing on CTV.

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Toronto Challenge 2010

7
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Come out and join MonsterMortgage.ca for the Toronto Challenge 2010!

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Get the best mortgage rate when renewing your mortgage

7
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

MonsterMortgage.ca interviewed by the Globe & Mail

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Do you want to pay off your mortgage years ahead of schedule?

Do you want to pay off your mortgage years ahead of schedule?

7
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Do you want to pay off your mortgage years ahead of schedule? Check out the second of three new commercial spots airing on CTV.

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MonsterMortgage.ca wins Mortgage Brokerage of the Year 2010 at CMP Awards

28
Apr

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

MonsterMortgage.ca named Mortgage Brokerage of the Year for the third consecutive year

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Monster Cup 2010

28
Apr

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

MonsterMortgage.ca puts on their skates for the 5th annual Monster Cup

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Is now the time to break your mortgage?

Is now the time to break your mortgage?

19
Apr

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Check out the first of three new MonsterMortgage.ca commercial spots airing on CTV

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MonsterMortgage.ca on Global National News

6
Apr

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Don’t be fooled by rising mortgage rates.

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10 Things To Do Before You List Your Home For Sale - # 9 & 10

17
Mar

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 9 & 10 - Brush up your curb appeal & Count on a pro.

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10 Things To Do Before You List Your Home For Sale - # 7 & 8

10
Mar

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 7 & 8 - Make a seasonal album & Have a copy of your property survey.

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10 Things To Do Before You List Your Home For Sale - # 5 & 6

2
Mar

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 5 & 6 - Maintain the mechanicals & Clean and declutter.

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10 Things To Do Before You List Your Home For Sale - # 3 & 4

25
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 3 & 4 - See your home through others' eyes & Do your fix-ups.

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10 Things To Do Before You List Your Home For Sale - # 1 & 2

23
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 1 & 2 - Know why you really want to go & Set your expectations.

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10 Things to Know About Your New Neighbourhood - # 9 & 10

20
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 9 & 10 - Will there be new development? & Are there restrictions?

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CONGRATULATIONS ON ANOTHER GREAT VOLUNTEER YOUTH SUMMIT

17
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Students help support the Toronto Challenge Presented by MonsterMortgage.ca

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10 Things to Know About Your New Neighbourhood - # 7 & 8

13
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 7 & 8 - Is the neighbourhood new? & How is an older neighbourhood showing its age?

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GO CANADA GO!!!!

10
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

From MonsterMortgage.ca Toronto Challenge to the Olympics

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10 Things to Know About Your New Neighbourhood - # 5 & 6

9
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 5 & 6 - Is there commercial activity nearby? & Is there a homeowner's association?

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10 Things to Know About Your New Neighbourhood - # 3 & 4

4
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 3 & 4 - What are the schools like? & What will your commute be like?

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MonsterMortgage.ca TV Ad on CP24

MonsterMortgage.ca TV Ad on CP24

3
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

"Make a new years resolution you can keep"

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10 Things to Know About Your New Neighbourhood - # 1 & 2

2
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 1 & 2 - What are the neighbours like? & Does it fit your lifestyle?

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Hot Property Goes Prime Time

1
Feb

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

TORONTO'S MORTGAGE EXPERTS ARE NOW LIVE 7:15PM EVERY THURSDAY

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10 Things to Consider Before your Mortgage Renews - # 9 & 10

28
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 9 & 10 - Have your insurance needs changed? & Are you getting the best rates and terms?

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10 Things to Consider Before your Mortgage Renews - # 7 & 8

26
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 7 & 8 - When do you want to be "mortgage-free"? & Could you use your home equity to fulfill other goals?

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MORTGAGE BROKERS VS. THE BANKS

23
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Mortgage brokers handling growing number of deals

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Winter 2010 Newsletter

22
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

See which opportunities are out there for your 2010 mortgage strategy planning.

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10 Things to Consider Before your Mortgage Renews - # 5 & 6

21
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 5 & 6 - Will you sell soon? & Are you thinking about a major renovation?

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10 Things to Consider Before your Mortgage Renews - # 3 & 4

18
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 3 & 4 - Do you need cash flow for other things? & Can you handle fluctuating rates?

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10 Things to Consider Before your Mortgage Renews - # 1 & 2

14
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 1 & 2 - Have you explored all your options? & Are you comfortable with your payments?

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10 Steps to Buying a Home - # 9 & 10

12
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 9 & 10 - Complete the paperwork & Pick up the keys

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10 Steps to Buying a Home - # 7 & 8

7
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 7 & 8 - Get property insurance & Check the legal details

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10 Steps to Buying a Home - # 5 & 6

5
Jan

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 5 & 6 - Arrage the home inspection & Get the mortgage approved.

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10 Steps to Buying a Home - # 3 & 4

31
Dec

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 3 & 4 - Make an Offer & Retain a lawyer

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10 Steps to Buying a Home - # 1 & 2

29
Dec

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 1 & 2 - Determine how much you can afford & Team up with a real estate agent

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

28
Dec

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

From all of us at MonsterMortgage.ca

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Don't Get Caught with High Debt - Pay off your Mortgage

24
Dec

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Rising household net worth and lower interest rates provide the perfect opportunity.

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Top 10 Benefits of Mortgage Insurance # 2 & 1

21
Dec

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 2 & 1 - Be eligible for a better interest rate & Homeownership on your terms.

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Top 10 Benefits of Mortgage Insurance # 4 & 3

16
Dec

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 4 & 3 - Buy, instead of renting & More down payment options

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Home Renovation Tax Credit Expires Soon

14
Dec

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Know Your Refinancing Options Before Taking Advantage of the HRTC

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Top 10 Benefits of Mortgage Insurance # 6 & 5

2
Dec

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 6 & 5 - Own and Enjoy a Vacation Property & Overcome Traditional Barriers to Financing

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Top 10 Benefits of Mortgage Insurance # 8 & 7

30
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 8 & 7 - Save on Household Purchases & Get Money Back on an Energy-Efficient Home

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Top 10 Benefits of Mortgage Insurance # 10 & 9

24
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

# 10 & 9 - Get Help When You Need It & Take It With You When You Move

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Why Are You Paying Higher Interest Rates?

20
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

I couldn't believe this stat about mortgage renewals...

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The Adventures of DreamForce 2009

The Adventures of DreamForce 2009

19
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

MonsterMortgage.ca employees talk customer service, mortgages all at DreamForce in San Francisco

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How to Protect Yourself Against Rising Interest Rates

18
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Take a look at this mortgage article in today's Globe and Mail, by reporter Rob Carrick

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Toronto Challenge 2010

16
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

ATTENTION Runners and Walkers!

It's time to get ready for the 2010 Toronto Challenge

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Insights from MonsterMortgage.ca's Lending Partners

Insights from MonsterMortgage.ca's Lending Partners

13
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Check out what some of our top lenders think of MonsterMortgage.ca

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Canadian Mortgage Awards

4
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

CMP Magazine Opens Up Nominations for 2010 Mortgage Awards

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Will Real Estate Commissions be Cut?

3
Nov

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Would lower real estate fees make you purchase a bigger home?

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MonsterMortgage.ca Congratulates a Familiar Face

16
Oct

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

MonsterMortgage.ca Toronto Challenge Runner & Volunteer is Recognized by Home Town

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Top 10 Common Costs of Owning a Home - #1 & 2

2
Oct

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#1 & 2 - Property Tax & Energy Costs

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Top 10 Common Costs of Owning a Home - #3 & 4

25
Sep

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#3 & 4 - Phone, Cable, and Internet Services & Home Insurance.

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Top 10 Common Costs of Owning a Home - #5 & 6

18
Sep

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#5 & 6 - Municipal Services & Fuel or Transit Costs

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Top 10 Common Costs of Owning a Home - #7 & 8

11
Sep

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#7 & 8 - Monitored Security & Home Maintenance

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Top 10 Common Costs of Owning a Home - #9 & 10

4
Sep

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#9 & 10 - Property Upkeep & Repairs

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #1

1
Sep

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#1 - Land Transfer Tax

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First-Time Homebuyers Find More Value in Ownership

29
Aug

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

First-time homebuyers see a home as more than just a good investment according to a survey performed by Genworth Financial.

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #2

28
Aug

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#2 - Appraisal Fee

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #3

25
Aug

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#3 - Legal Fees

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #4

21
Aug

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#4 - Home Inspection

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #5

18
Aug

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#5 - Home/Fire Insurance

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #6

13
Aug

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#6 - Costs For Newly Constructed Homes

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #7

7
Aug

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#7 - Prepaid Costs

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #8

30
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#8 - Tax on Mortgage Insurance

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #9

24
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#9 - Title Insurance

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Top 10 Closing Costs When Buying a Home - #10

16
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

#10 - Moving-in costs

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HOT PROPERTY REPEATED

8
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Get the facts about your mortgage that your bank won't tell you...AGAIN

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As Promised, Race Results and Photos

1
Jul

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

CONGRATULATIONS to all participants and voluneers!

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Tax deductible mortgages are worth the hassle

17
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

This strategy is starting to gain some traction

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STRONG HOUSING MARKET

16
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Amazing Rebound of Toronto Housing Market

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Record Numbers Joined in the Fun

15
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars Raised for Toronto's Seniors

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Consumers Choose Monster

5
Jun

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

MonsterMortgage.ca Wins 2009 Consumers' Choice Award

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Simple Investment Advice

20
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

How to guarantee your rate of return and pay down your mortgage

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One month to go!!

14
May

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

Are you up for the MonsterMortgage.ca Toronto Challenge?

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Thanks to our Customers

14
Apr

Posted by: Nick Ametrano, Vice President

MonsterMortgage.ca Wins Mortgage Brokerage of the Year Award

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