CANADIAN MORTGAGE AND HOUSING CORPORATION - CMHC

A department of the Canadian government that operates as national housing agency in Canada. The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation rules is to aid Canadians get different types of attainable housing alternatives. It also probes on latest styles in real estate and housing in Canada and across the globe, giving research to businesses, clients and other government departments. The primary function of the CMHC, and the one which is commonly known, is mortgage loan insurance, which make sure certified borrowers (such as chartered banks in Canada) versus borrower default. Mortgage loan insurance gives certified lenders the capability to low-cost mortgage rates. Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation certifies purchasers may buy property with as low as 5% down payment.