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Whether you are a first-time buyer or an experienced buyer with excellent credit, we can help.
Peter has access to the very best products and rates available across Canada.
GET IN TOUCHCalculators
Our Interactive Mortgage Calculators will allow you to explore your Mortgage options to make the right home financing decision.
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Applying for a mortgage couldn’t be easier. Just complete our secure application and we will be in touch shortly.
APPLY HEREMy Mortgage Toolbox
Download our personalized mortgage app and get pre-qualified in under 60 seconds! Calculate your total cost of owning a home, estimate the minimum down payment you need, stress test your mortgage, and more!
LEARN MOREYour bank can only offer you what’s on its own shelf. As an independent mortgage broker, I shop your mortgage across Canada’s major banks, credit unions, trust companies and alternative lenders, so you see the full market before you sign anything, not just one lender’s best guess.
I’m Peter Carstensen, and I work with clients across Vancouver Island and beyond from my home base in the Cowichan Valley. You won’t be handed off to a call centre or a junior associate. I’ll be there from your first question to the day your mortgage funds, and I’ll still be there at renewal. My job is to find the right fit for your situation, explain your options in plain language, and make the process feel manageable.
Buying your first home, moving up, refinancing, renewing, buying acreage, self-employed, or carrying a file the bank said no to: I’ve seen it, and I’d like to help.
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We’ve done several mortgages over the years with Peter at Bayside Mortgages. His expertise and level of service are second to none. Our Realtor actually commented that she’s never worked with a mortgage broker who was so engaged and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Darcia L.
Peter has a wonderful sense of humour that is absolutely essential when dealing with the financial world. I’ve appreciated his attention to detail while being accessible and responsive during my home refinance process.
C.S.
I have been working with Peter for the past 2 years now and it’s always a pleasure. His team provides thorough, high quality service, having their client’s best interest at heart. Mortgage options with real values are honestly presented and possible solutions are discussed, providing you with the best financial advice. Response times are very quick, with a team always offering friendly service and advice.
Liezel P.
I had no luck getting a mortgage with a major bank. Within eight days of meeting Peter, he had my mortgage approved. As a first time home buyer, he navigated the process for me seamlessly. With that kind of service, I’ll be a returning client.
Ryan
Overall, great experience.
Rylee