Regulatory

Disclosures & licensing.

Important regulatory information about our licensing, compensation, and the mortgage services provided through a licensed Ontario brokerage.

Licensing

Licensed name
Tai Chau
Title
Mortgage Agent, Level 2
Agent licence
M08005079
Brokerage
Mortgage Architects
Brokerage licence
#10287

Regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA).

How we are compensated

In most cases, our services are provided at no direct cost to you because the lender pays a placement (finder’s) fee when your mortgage funds. Compensation can vary by lender and product, which could create a potential conflict of interest. We are committed to recommending the mortgage that best suits your needs regardless of compensation, and we will disclose any fees payable by you, in writing, before you commit to a mortgage.

Lender relationships

We are an independent mortgage agent and work with a wide range of banks, credit unions, monoline lenders, and alternative lenders. We are not owned by, and do not act exclusively for, any single lender. The lenders we present depend on your qualifications, the product features, and your stated goals.

Rates and product information

Any rates, terms, or products referenced on this website are for general information only, are not an offer or commitment to lend, and are subject to change without notice. Advertised or sample rates may require specific qualifications and may not be available to all applicants. Your actual rate and terms are determined by the lender at the time of approval.

Approval and qualification

All mortgages are subject to lender approval and underwriting criteria (O.A.C. — on approved credit). Approval depends on factors including credit history, income, debt servicing, down payment, and the property. Not all applicants will qualify, and a pre-approval is not a final mortgage approval or a guarantee of financing.

Calculators and estimates

The calculators and figures provided on this website are estimates for illustration and planning purposes only. They do not constitute a mortgage approval, a rate guarantee, or financial advice. Actual payments, costs, and amounts may differ. Please contact us for a personalized assessment.

Jurisdiction

Mortgage services described on this website are offered in the Province of Ontario only, and are arranged exclusively through the licensed brokerage named below.

Privacy

We handle your personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation (PIPEDA). For full details, please review our Privacy Policy.

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Complaints

If you have a concern or complaint about the mortgage services you received, please contact us first so we can try to resolve it. You may also contact the brokerage’s Principal Broker, or the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA), which regulates mortgage brokering in Ontario.

Questions about these disclosures?

Tai Chau, Mortgage Agent, Level 2 · Mortgage Architects #10287

mortgage@taichau.com · (416) 388-1505

5675 Whittle Rd, Mississauga, ON L4Z 3P8