Testimonial: Robert D’Orazio

Posted on October 24, 2025October 24, 2025 by admin

Andy, Your insight and guidance have been invaluable to my family and I to help us navigate through some very important and generational decisions. Thank you for the wisdom and transparency that fostered a trust that is so important at times like these and during decision making of such consequence. We are forever grateful. Robert D’Orazio Oakville, Ontario

Testimonial: Jacob VanderBreggen

Posted on October 1, 2015October 1, 2015 by admin

Being self employed, and considering the type of property I was purchasing, Andy understood the challenges I was facing and was able to overcome them for me. Bottom line, he got the deal done. Thanks Andy! Jacob VanderBreggen Oakville, Ontario

Divorce…the seven letter word that feels like a four letter word!

Posted on December 1, 2014March 24, 2015 by admin

So you’ve come to the point in your life where you are one of the statistics; you’re getting divorced. Divorce is never easy but with the right attitude, and some planning, you can minimize the stress and pain it inflicts on you and your family. Debbie Shawn of Divorce Matters suggests that the most important piece of advice she can offer is to remember that while you may be ending your marriage it is virtually impossible to end the relationship with your spouse. There will always be mome...

The Times They Have Changed

Posted on October 16, 2014October 16, 2014 by admin

A decade ago money seemed to be falling from trees. If you had a pulse and could fog a mirror you could qualify for a mortgage in North America. The US housing market was booming and Canada was following in its footsteps. American lenders were in Canada growing their subprime mortgage business and the big banks were extending amortization periods and actively growing their portfolios with folks who could not prove their income. A decade later, the US housing market has imploded on itself ...

Testimonial: Heather Otton

Posted on September 26, 2014May 12, 2016 by admin

I was shocked to discover that after 2 years of complicated divorce litigation, and finally settling everything, that my bank would not allow me take over my existing mortgage. This is after having a mortgage with this same bank for 15 years and having paid it on my own for many years (with their knowledge), having exceptional credit, and always being employed.I contacted Andy MacDonald for advice and to see what my options were. Andy's knowledge and professional approach are impeccable. While m...

Testimonial: Debbie McCue

Posted on August 26, 2014May 12, 2016 by admin

I found Andy to be extremely patient and responsive to my multitude of questions about the fee schedules and returns of Mutual Funds, RRSP’s, RESP’s, and Tax Free Savings Accounts. My experience over the years has been that big banks and many financial advisers evade fee questions and are either unwilling or unable to answer my questions in layman’s terms. Andy helped me to understand my options and decide what would be best for me for my investments, and I would highly recommend him to anyone l...

Testimonial: Jackie Morra

Posted on June 26, 2014May 12, 2016 by admin

Just wanted to say thank you to Andy for giving great advice and options that you won’t usually get from the banks or much place else for that matter. He takes the time to understand your needs and gives advice you can understand and use to make the best decision for your situation. Thanks a lot!Jackie MorraPickering, Ontario

Testimonial: Lisa Blunt

Posted on June 26, 2014May 12, 2016 by admin

Andy helped my husband and I with our first mortgage. With low taxable income, and Chip’s new credit in Canada, we were not the easiest situation to market to a bank! We completely trusted Andy, and he found us a mortgage that worked perfectly for us. We are already working with Andy again on a mortgage for our upcoming home purchase. He’s the best!Lisa BluntOakville, Ontario

Testimonial: Jerome Reid

Posted on May 26, 2014May 12, 2016 by admin

Among my friends and co-workers I have become know as the “go to guy” for real estate related information (i.e. agents, appraisers, lawyers, mortgage brokers, property managers, etc.). The geek in me enjoys researching and following-up on real estate info and professionals. Only select friends and acquaintances get my researched referral information. I do it not for money but because I remember how frustrating it was meeting a lot of “sharks” out there when I was preparing to build my “power tea...

Testimonial: Michael Nixon

Posted on April 26, 2013May 12, 2016 by admin

Basically, my wife and I were in a fairly desperate situation when I approached Andy. Our finances were a mess and we needed a new second mortgage to consolidate our debts. Frankly, I didn’t think it could be done but Andy kept hope and was able to arrange a second mortgage at a good interest rate and with the hope that the future will be even brighter. While it was a difficult process, Andy kept the faith and did a great job. My thanks to Andy.Michael NixonOttawa, Ontario