Ontario Mortgage Broker · CPA

A smarter mortgage strategy — with the rate to match.

I'm Leigh Cho-Young — a mortgage broker and CPA. I look at your whole financial picture, compare 50+ lenders, and build the strategy that fits your goals. Smart structure, strong rates, zero pressure.

CPA & Licensed Mortgage Broker 50+ lenders No cost to you
Leigh Cho-Young, mortgage broker and CPA in Ontario
★★★★★ 5.0 from 40+ reviews CPA & Licensed Mortgage Broker 50+ lenders, one application No cost to you — I'm paid by the lender Serving all of Ontario
Simple from here

How it works

No pressure, no jargon, no surprises — just a clear path from "I'm wondering…" to "I'm confident."

1

Start where you are

Run a free calculator or book a call. No credit check, no commitment — just real numbers to work from.

2

We map your options

I learn your goals and compare lenders to find what actually fits — explained in plain language, with the trade-offs laid out.

3

You decide, I handle the rest

You choose with confidence. I manage the lender, the paperwork, and check in through every renewal after.

Why work with me

A mortgage broker who's also a CPA

Most brokers find you a rate. I look at your whole financial picture — and make sure your mortgage fits the life around it.

A CPA in your corner

I read the full financial picture — taxes, cash flow, goals — not just the rate. Your mortgage should work with your life, not against it.

50+ lenders, one of me

A bank shows you one option. I shop dozens to find the right fit — and it costs you nothing, because the lender pays me, not you.

I advise, you decide

No pressure, ever. I give you the clear pros and cons in plain English. The decision is always yours to make.

A relationship, not a transaction

I'm here through every renewal, refinance, and life change — long after closing day. That's the mindful part.

Leigh Cho-Young, Mortgage Broker and CPA
Leigh Cho-Young
CPA · Licensed Mortgage Broker
About Leigh

Hi, I'm Leigh.

I'm a licensed mortgage broker and Chartered Professional Accountant helping families across Ontario make confident decisions about their biggest investment.

Before I was a broker, I spent years as a CPA — sitting across from people as they navigated big financial moments. I kept seeing the same thing: a mortgage treated as just a rate, when really it's one of the most important pieces of someone's whole financial life. I wanted to do it differently.

So when we work together, I'm not here to sell you anything. I lay out your real options across 50+ lenders, explain the trade-offs in plain language, and help you choose what's genuinely right for you. I advise; you decide. Always.

That's the mindful part — taking the time to understand your goals, your numbers, and your life, so the mortgage actually fits. And I don't disappear after closing: I'm your person through every renewal, refinance, and change life brings.

If that's the kind of guidance you've been looking for, I'd love to meet you.

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In their words

What clients say

★★★★★

From start to finish, they were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and patient in guiding us through out the entire process. Her in-depth videos and breakdowns are very helpful and informative so you are aware of every financial decision you are making.

— Chantal, Ontario
★★★★★

Leigh was consistently responsive, approachable, and professional, always making time to answer questions promptly. Her down-to-earth approach and clear communication made a stressful process much easier.

— Christine, Ontario
★★★★★

Leigh was amazing throughout the entire process and her indepth knowledge is the sole reason I was able to get the approval for my mortgage. She was readily available any time I had questions and made the process so much easier than I expected it to be. I would recommend her to anyone looking to start this process.

— Justin, Ontario
Questions, answered

Common questions

Straight answers, no jargon — the things people most want to know before we talk.

Does it cost anything to work with you?
For most well-qualified buyers, no — I'm paid by the lender you choose, not by you, so my advice and the work of shopping your mortgage cost you nothing. The only exceptions are certain alternative or private-lender situations, and any fee there is always disclosed to you in writing, up front.
Why use a broker instead of going straight to my bank?
Your bank can only offer its own products. I compare 50+ lenders to find the one that actually fits your situation — and because I'm also a CPA, I look at your whole financial picture, not just today's rate. Same single application, far more options, and no cost to you.
Will getting a quote or pre-approval hurt my credit score?
Running the calculators or asking for a ballpark costs nothing and needs no credit check at all. A full pre-approval does involve one credit check — but I pull it once and shop that single application across lenders, so you're not getting checked over and over the way you would applying to several banks yourself.
How much do I need for a down payment in Ontario?
It's tiered by price: 5% on the first $500,000, 10% on any portion between $500,000 and $1.5 million, and 20% above $1.5 million. With less than 20% down you'll also have CMHC insurance, which gets added to your mortgage. The purchase calculator shows your real numbers, including the cash you'll need to close.
How much mortgage can I actually afford?
Lenders don't qualify you at your actual rate — they "stress test" you at the higher of your rate plus 2% or 5.25%, then weigh your income against your debts. That's why your real number often differs from quick online estimates. The affordability calculator runs the actual Canadian math in about a minute.
Can I get a mortgage if I'm self-employed?
Yes. The write-offs that keep your taxes low can make your income look smaller to a bank — but self-employed-friendly lenders, income gross-ups, and add-backs often let you qualify for more than your tax return suggests. As a CPA, this is squarely my world. The self-employed calculator gives you a realistic starting range.
My mortgage is up for renewal — do I have to stay with my bank?
No. You're free to move your mortgage to a better offer at renewal, often without re-doing the stress test. The renewal letter your bank mails is rarely its sharpest rate, so it's worth shopping before you sign. The renewal calculator shows what shopping it could save — and the penalty trap to watch for.
We're separating — can I keep the house?
Often, yes. The CMHC Spousal Buyout Program lets you refinance up to 95% of the home's value to buy out a partner, qualifying on your own income with a signed separation agreement. It's a private conversation, and the separation calculator is a confidential place to see your options first.
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