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Everything you need to buy your first home

The Home Buyer's Guide walks you through every step — from your first budget conversation to picking up the keys — so nothing catches you off guard.

  • How much you can actually afford
  • Every cost beyond the purchase price
  • A step-by-step timeline from offer to closing
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What's Inside

A chapter for every step

Budgeting & affordability

What lenders actually look at, and how much home that really buys you.

Down payments & closing costs

Every cost beyond the purchase price, laid out line by line.

Getting pre-approved

What to have ready, and how a pre-approval actually strengthens an offer.

From offer to keys

A step-by-step timeline of what happens, and when, between an accepted offer and closing day.

A look inside

Getting started with a broker
Getting started with a broker
Choosing the right mortgage
Choosing the right mortgage
Savings programs for every buyer
Savings programs for every buyer
Why It Matters

Real answers, not just homework

This isn't generic advice pulled off the internet. It's written by Ottawa brokers, for Ottawa buyers, and it's meant to be read alongside a real conversation with a real person — not instead of one.

  • Plain-language explanations, no jargon left unexplained
  • Local context — Ottawa land transfer tax, programs and lenders
  • Built to be read once and kept for reference through closing
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Client Stories

Home buyers like you

“Working with Frank Briglio on my new mortgage was an outstanding experience. He made the entire process incredibly smooth, clear, and stress-free from beginning to end. Frank is highly knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely cares about…
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Christine F.
“Franco was great to work with! I reached out to compare of what my bank was offering was the best option. He was extremely friendly and I felt super comfortable asking all my questions as a first time home buyer. I felt no pressure - I only…
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Emily P.
“We came to Franco with a different profile. Big 5 lenders had turned us away. Unlike these lenders Franco did a great job finding solutions and presenting different options to us. He also showed great flexibility and patience as we tried to…
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Jean-Francois M.
“Franco has been our go to for a number of real estate transactions over the years. His experience, product knowledge, and confidence always make for a smooth experience. He’s quick to reply, easy to work with and his whole team makes sure…
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Kyle R.
“Franco is exactly the kind of mortgage broker you want in your corner. He’s straightforward, no-nonsense, and takes the time to really listen to your needs. Instead of overwhelming you with jargon, he explains things clearly and in a way…
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Lise & Kristine
“Franco has been amazingly outstanding to support our 1st home purchase in Ontario, as we originally moved from Quebec to here. He had unconditional support to his customers, guidance through the unknown, and close communication along the…
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Marie-Josée & Jimmy
“Working with Frank Briglio on my new mortgage was an outstanding experience. He made the entire process incredibly smooth, clear, and stress-free from beginning to end. Frank is highly knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely cares about getting the best results for his clients. He took the time to explain every step and made sure I felt confident in my decisions throughout the process. If you’re looking for someone professional, reliable, and easy to work with, I highly recommend Frank Briglio. You won’t be disappointed.”
Christine F.
“Franco was great to work with! I reached out to compare of what my bank was offering was the best option. He was extremely friendly and I felt super comfortable asking all my questions as a first time home buyer. I felt no pressure - I only felt that he actually wanted to help.”
Emily P.
“We came to Franco with a different profile. Big 5 lenders had turned us away. Unlike these lenders Franco did a great job finding solutions and presenting different options to us. He also showed great flexibility and patience as we tried to find the right property for us. We enjoyed working with him, appreciated his professionalism and ability to get things done quickly when needed. We highly recommend him!”
Jean-Francois M.
“Franco has been our go to for a number of real estate transactions over the years. His experience, product knowledge, and confidence always make for a smooth experience. He’s quick to reply, easy to work with and his whole team makes sure you stay informed to make the best choices and get the deal done!”
Kyle R.
“Franco is exactly the kind of mortgage broker you want in your corner. He’s straightforward, no-nonsense, and takes the time to really listen to your needs. Instead of overwhelming you with jargon, he explains things clearly and in a way that anyone can understand, which makes the whole process far less stressful. What I appreciate most is the trust that comes from his long experience in finance. You can tell he’s seen it all and genuinely wants to help you make the best decision for your situation. I felt confident knowing Franco was guiding us and looking out for our best interests. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for honest, knowledgeable mortgage advice.”
Lise & Kristine
“Franco has been amazingly outstanding to support our 1st home purchase in Ontario, as we originally moved from Quebec to here. He had unconditional support to his customers, guidance through the unknown, and close communication along the process. House purchase is a huge milestone in life and can be really stressful especially in a new province, but he is really with you to make sure to take away stress and make it feel easier until finish line. I would recommend eyes closed to anyone, and have him again, anytime.”
Marie-Josée & Jimmy
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