Mike Slater

Slater Mortgages

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Slater Mortgages

5.0

Based on 113 reviews

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Jason W (DuctDudes)

20:10 13 Jul 25

5 Stars – Truly a Great Experience Working with Mike

We had the pleasure of working with Mike from Slater Mortgages, and although we weren’t able to move forward on our end at the time, I still wanted to share how positive the experience was.

Mike was incredibly responsive, helpful, and patient throughout the entire process. He took the time to walk us through our options, gave honest and thoughtful advice, and really made us feel supported every step of the way. Beyond being knowledgeable, he’s just a genuinely good person—easy to talk to, compassionate, and clearly looking out for his clients' best interests.

We’ll absolutely be referring Mike to our friends, family, and anyone looking for a solid, trustworthy mortgage broker. Really appreciate everything he did for us.

– Jason Williams

Brian Baxter

18:25 03 Jul 25

The entire home buying and mortgage process can be stressful - especially if it’s your first purchase. Mike makes the whole process easy, relatable and always has your best interests in mind. Couldn’t recommend him any higher - an excellent experience.

michael heard

21:50 18 Mar 25

Mike is very knowledgeable and was great to work with during the mortgage process. Mike was able to leverage several institutions to get the best rate possible. Would highly recommend Mike to friends and will definitely use him again in the future.

Curt Appleby

18:35 12 Feb 25

There was never a doubt that we would go back to Mike when we needed to upgrade our home to accommodate a growing family. Mike's expertise and humour helped us navigate a complex system with ease. I highly recommend his services and can guarantee that he will take care of you on your time.

Renata Oborne

20:26 31 Jan 25

Mike was excellent. I highly recommend him. He is extremely knowledgeable and helpful and made the process as smooth as possible. His passion for the job is evident in the excellent service he provides.

Julie Marques

18:17 09 Jan 25

Our realtor, Adam Wahed referred us to Mike Slater as we were confused about our upcoming mortgage renewal. Mike was very clear in his explanations and gave us lots of time to consider our choices. He also gave us some advice for our current financial situation which I am following through on. He treated us like he would his own family and I really appreciated that. Thanks again Mike - we will be calling you again before our next renewal.

Rebecca Berenger

19:56 06 Jan 25

This review is on behave of Vanessa and Kevin Berenger.

We cannot thank you enough for the exceptional service you provided us with. You went the extra mile to make sure we got the best rates and everything was in order. I am very pleased and will be recommending Mikes services to others. Thank you again for all the hard work and dedication getting us the best deals out there. Very much appreciated.

Kevin and Vanessa Berenger

BEAMER

00:26 19 Dec 24

Mike was amazing to work with. He was super helpful and guided us through the entire mortgage process. Couldn’t have asked for anyone better, highly recommend!!!

David Eidelshtein

17:46 16 Dec 24

Go with Mike, and I promise you that you'll be in the best hands possible. He helped me and my wife secure the best rate and made sure that we felt at ease through the entire process, which I know can be (and is) very daunting for a first time home buyer. We were constantly updated on feedback from lenders - Mike really made sure that we knew exactly what is coming up next so that we were best prepared to close on our new home. A true expert, and a natural people person!

Nick Anderson

01:10 22 Oct 24

Mike always had our best interests in mind and made sure he got the best deal for us. He was always available and always made time to answer every question we had and guide us through the whole mortgage process. I highly recommend Mike to anyone looking to negotiate their mortgage!

Lisa S

16:23 04 Sep 24

Mike Slater was very helpful from Day 1! Throughout the whole process he made sure we 100% understood everything. We felt he genuinely cared! We were very pleased with the service he provided and would definitely recommend to others!

D B

19:25 14 Aug 24

Mike has been a pleasure to deal with and certainly worked hard on my behalf. I will not hesitate to recommend him to friends and family and will use him again.

Kingsly Wu

14:31 03 Aug 24

My partner and I cannot thank Mike enough for helping us to secure our dream home! We found our home unexpectedly fast and needed to secure a mortgage within a week—a feat seemed nearly impossible for us . The challenges of securing a mortgage in such a short timeframe were daunting, but Mike worked nonstop to ensure our mortgage was processed in time. He streamlined the entire application process and kept us updated with clear instructions. His dedication and expertise provided us peace of mind during every step. Mike’s relentless effort made the impossible possible, and we are forever grateful.

Carolina Sandoval

04:05 01 Aug 24

Michael is the most professional broker, you cannot find anyone better out there. He works tirelessly and relentlessly to get you the best rate and options possible out there. Available 24/7 and always easy to reach

Margaret O.

05:05 05 Mar 24

I had the pleasure of working with Mike as our broker, and I can confidently say that he exceeded all our expectations! From the outset, his communication was impeccable, keeping us informed every step of the way. Mike's positivity and optimism were infectious, making what could have been a stressful process remarkably smooth and enjoyable! He went above and beyond to ensure our needs were met and our questions answered promptly. I wholeheartedly recommend Mike to anyone in need of a broker, as his dedication and professionalism truly set him apart. Thank you, Mike, for your outstanding service!

Patricia Batalla

02:58 30 Dec 23

Mike is your go to guy! As first time home buyers we are very happy with his services as he walked us through every step of the process. Mike is quick to respond and we're very happy with the rate he was able to find us. We would highly recommend him!

Daniel Glass

04:24 18 Dec 23

Mike was completely amazing once again and as always a pleasure to work with. He was able to find the correct solution for our particular situation. Thank you Mike for creating your magic and for showing us that there is always light at the end of the tunnel and for being a truly genuine and caring human. Regards from us both.....

Danial Thompson

07:14 15 Dec 23

Mike was an absolute pleasure to work with. I was working on purchasing a new property and because of some changing circumstances it complicated the whole deal to the point it almost fell through on my end. Mike provided me very sound/wise advice that was and felt more like a close friend than just a business deal.
I will definitely and look forward to utilizing Mike'expertise again on future property purchases and will be recommending him to any friends or colleagues who are in need of a mortgage broker.

Rebeca Avendano

22:38 27 Nov 23

Mike was wonderful to work with. He helped me through a complex situation and was able to come up with an innovative solution. He was on top of deadlines and kept me up to date on the application/approval process. I felt like I could really just let him take care of the process. He is friendly, knowledgeable and responds quickly. He's been such a great support through this process. Thank you!

Jennifer Marie Luce

05:47 25 Oct 23

Mike has been a ray of light and a good friend in a complicated system. We really don't know how he juggles all the pieces to a sale and keeps smiling and making us laugh.

A wonderful and compassionate individual who truly cares about his clients. He helped us feel safe and secure about our decisions and provided us with so much information and support in the weeks from putting in an offer, to closing the sale.

I'm so grateful we were recommended to him and will definitely use him in the future.

Mike, thank you so much for your genuine and sincere kindness through a now very much bogged down and complicated process. 😊

Tam Huynh

19:45 15 Oct 23

Mike is incredible to work with. As first time home buyers he walked us through the entire process and made us feel comfortable with what we were getting into. He will not let you move forward unless you feel sure it's the right move and I really appreciated that. There was never any pressure. Mike always had our best interest at heart. He was always available when we needed clarity on something. He's fantastic and we look forward to continue to work with him in the future.

Victoria Hughes

22:58 28 Jul 23

Mike Slater is an amazing broker. We didn't understand anything about the whole mortgage process but Mike was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions patiently and kindly. Mike ensured the whole process went very smoothly and that we were comfortable the whole time. He was also available at times to match our schedule which was very convenient!! We couldn't have asked for a better experience and look forward to working with Mike again on the next one.

Kit Thambiratnam

04:05 01 Jul 23

Mike was a delight to work with. I truly felt he had my best interests at heart. He took time to understand what mattered to us, recommended a variety of options, was always precise on what was needed at every step. Super professional. More importantly, he is just a friendly guy that I just enjoyed talking to! Strongly recommended for your next purchase. I definitely will be!

Wootpeanuts

02:51 31 May 23

Mike has been absolutely amazing to work with. He's extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to explain everything and make sure that we understood exactly what was happening, when, and why. Mike is incredibly patient when we've had many questions for him and so very quick to respond to any communication we sent him. We can not be more happy that our realtor recommended Mike.

Dean W

04:06 21 Apr 23

I’m very happy to add to Mike Slater’s unbroken streak of 5 star reviews. This was our first time buying a house in Canada and Mike was a gracious and patient gentleman, enduring all of my naïve questions about the process. I also appreciated his market perspective. He is responsive, communicative, and thorough. You want to be confident that your broker knows what he or she is doing. Rest easy. Cheers, Mike!

adam Wachtel

03:14 05 Apr 23

I’ve worked with Mike a few times over the course of a decade. From my first purchase, to refinancing, setting up a HELOC and now an investment property. Mike has always found solutions that best suite my situation so I can achieve my goals. Highly recommend!!

Darrel Seskin

22:06 28 Mar 23

Mike Slater from Slater Mortgage showed professionalism, deep knowledge of the market and had an easy going and friendly disposition. He showed patience and answered all of our questions regarding our mortgage situation. On top of that he provided multiple options for us to ponder, and he carefully discussed them through to ensure that we were aware of all the factors we needed to consider. I cannot rate Mike highly enough and would recommend him and the team to anyone.

Rick Alder

22:16 01 Mar 23

As a Realtor, I appreciate Mike's professional knowledge and response, both for my clients and to me. He is a 'natural' mortgage broker, very knowledgeable about the market, well connected to the right lenders and industry people, operates with integrity and honesty in a pleasing friendly manner, the kind of professional I do not hesitate to refer my clients to to or use myself!

Kaia Olson

01:26 04 Jan 23

My husband and I were referred to Mike by a family member as we sought to purchase our first home in Richmond. From the very beginning, Mike was communicative, supportive, and informative as we navigated the process.

He answered our questions, helped us understand and learn about what to look for as we budgeted and searched for a home, then led us through the final stages with ease. We're extremely happy with our purchase and financing, and felt that Mike was our strong advocate throughout. 10/10 would recommend working with him!

Larissa Sakumoto

03:44 06 Nov 22

Mike was recommended to us by our realtor, and was great to work with! As first time home buyers, my partner and I had many questions which Mike was always happy to answer. He also got us a great rate with pre-payment privileges, which was exactly what we asked for.

Em Jones

20:18 28 Oct 22

Mike was excellent to work with. He really took the time to understand our needs and found us a better mortgage product to renew with than what we had. He understands the market and with his knowledge and experience we feel we got the best possible mortgage renewal. I would highly recommend Mike and look forward to working with him again in the future.

Sheila haley

18:15 24 Sep 22

I've been very fortunate to have the expert advice of Michael Slater as my mortgage broker during my last two house purchases. After the first one, I know that I could trust him completely in terms of his knowledge and professionalism, but he outdid himself this time as the whole matter suddenly became very complicated.
Mike made sure that I understood all of his recommendations, while simultaneously protecting me from a situation that could have caused enormous difficulty. He was extraordinarily kind and patient, making sure that I understood clearly and completely.
I would urge anyone who is seeking a mortgage broker to contact Mike Slater. Thank you Mike, you are truly the best and I am very grateful for your expert advice, your patience and your kindness
Sheila Haley

Armando Diaz

02:46 11 Aug 22

Mike Slater is one of the best unknown secrets. With his familiarity of how mortgages work, and his relationships with lenders, Mike was able to find us a mortgage when the traditional banks refused. He worked tirelessly, 7 days a week to make sure we were able to secure the financing for our new home.
We owe him a huge debt of gratitude.
Thanks Mike!

Brianne Sumpter

13:22 19 Jul 22

Mike was referred to me by my realtor and I was very happy with my experience. I was hesitant and had a lot of questions as I began looking into buying my first place, but Mike’s knowledge and understanding was a huge comfort. I felt like he understood my situation and was able to help me navigate a way that worked best for me. He continued to stay in contact with me as situations changed to make sure that I knew all the facts and was comfortable with my decision. I felt like he had my best interest in mind. He has been a huge help throughout the entire process. His expertise, listening, and availability helped make my experience go more smoothly. I would highly recommended him!

Carolina Sandoval

20:22 07 Jul 22

Michael is the most absolute wonderful person to deal with. He is prompt, curious and extremely professional. He secured me the best mortgage possible out there in the current market. He his very knowledgeable and accommodating.

Don L

20:15 24 May 22

You can get any broker that’s “knowledgeable”. Finding one that’s knowledgeable, cares to educate and inform… Good luck. Mike doesn’t treat you like a number, he doesn’t rush you or ignore your calls because you aren’t ready. He will spend time educating you - on your timeline. He simply just cares about you as a person - a trait long gone in this social media era. He will customizes the mortgage to your lifestyle and inform you of any concerns.

Udayana Lugo

19:15 06 May 22

Mike was very empathetic through this stressful situation. He made sure we secured the best rate available, and removed an extra hurdle from our path to becoming home owners. I would recommend him to anyone who’s looking for a mortgage. Thank you Mike!

Jessy Dhillon

16:12 02 May 22

This is our second time having Mike help us with our mortgage. Mike went above and beyond to help us find a mortgage that best suits our situation. He is very patient and does an excellent and thorough job taking us along the whole mortgage process. We highly recommend Mike for your mortgaging needs!

Taylor Costa

16:43 14 Apr 22

We found Mike through our realtor and couldn't be happier with how patient, thorough and knowledgeable he was with us, especially as first time buyers. After initially working with a different broker and through mortgage specialists at the big banks, Mike was a breath of fresh air - always available to talk and help sift through documents provided to us from the seller, and upfront about his take on each property we viewed. And always with a smile on his face! He made the process painless and was a pleasure to work with. Thanks Mike!

Robert Vint

18:27 08 Feb 22

Mike exceeded my expectations, as he helped my family secure an outstanding mortgage despite complex conditions. I appreciated his patience, professionalism and most of all his effectiveness. I know that Mike is a very busy professional with many clients, but I always felt like I was his most important customer. He clearly cares about his customers and this ensures that he will provide the best possible solution for you.

Michael Dieleman

22:21 06 Feb 22

We found Mike through a referral after a different mortgage broker caused a lot of unnecessary stress about something that wasn’t an actual problem. Mike made the process very easy and was incredibly responsive. He also got us a much better rate than we’d been told to expect by our local branch. We plan to use Mike again and would recommend him to others without hesitation.

Cat Lady

15:41 23 Jan 22

Slater Mortgages has been nothing but excellent throughout my entire mortgage process. Mike was very helpful and responsive from the very inception of my ideas, had a can do attitude, and nothing was out of the question. He answered all my questions and was very professional. I highly recommend him for anyone who is interested in any type of mortgage.

Cherry Fedalizo

18:27 15 Jan 22

MIKE KNOCKS IT OUR OF THE PARK, EVERYTIME!!!!!!!

I have worked with a lot of mortgage brokers but nobody that has been able to deliver under tight timeliness with the exact same professionalism, positivity and results.

Michael Slater is knowledgeable, can relate to his clients and has the interpersonal skills to calm the storm and anxiety his clients my be feeling as a result of a large financial investment. Not mention he’s got a sense of humour and makes working out the boring mortgage details fun!!!!!

I highly recommend you change from your stuffy mortgage brokers who can’t break down the complicated mortgage jargons to simple conversation that digestible.

Yvonne

01:02 13 Jan 22

Mike got me a great rate and went the extra mile to finalize everything when some legal issues on my side threw him a curve ball. My stuff was a bit tricky but was no issue for him to resolve. Highly recommend Mike!

Janine Kroser

22:46 12 Jan 22

Working with Mike has been an absolute pleasure. Mike is knowledgeable, professional, responsive, approachable and really cares. I felt as if he had my best interests at heart and worked hard to find me the most suitable product for my needs. I would highly recommend Mike to anyone in need of a mortgage. Thank you Mike!

Zuhra T

04:04 24 Dec 21

I highly recommend Mike to guide you through your mortgage decisions. I had a tight timeline between putting an offer on a place and needing full mortgage approval ASAP. Mike was incredibly responsive, reassuring, informative, and definitely had my best interests in mind, not to mention finding me the best rate! He provided thorough explanations and offered to walk me through documents before signing, so that I felt comfortable and well-informed. I highly recommend him as your mortgage broker!

Elizabeth Moy

02:48 22 Dec 21

Mike is awesome! He is professional, knowledgeable and he always looks out for my best interest! I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a mortgage! He always approachable, very responsive, and always follows up and follows through! Thank you, Mike, it was such a pleasure to work with you!

vanessa Fedalizo

02:17 27 Nov 21

Mike is our go-to guy for our mortgage broker needs. He guided us through every step of the process, making sure we understood every part of the process, and answering all of our questions, and most importantly, always getting the best deal. We highly recommend Mike Slater & his company to anyone looking for a mortgage.

Corey Collett

22:07 02 Sep 21

What a great experience! Mike is easy to work with, he's always available, and extremely knowledgeable. Any time I called he always was able to answer my questions. As this was my first experience with buying a home, he was never condescending and always trustworthy. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to renew or start a mortgage.

Mahram Z. (‫مهرام‬‎)

17:49 01 Sep 21

Mike was great. He helped us find a safe range where we could make an appealing offer without taking on an unsafe amount of risk. In the end we got a good deal that covered our renos too

Lia Mend

08:38 27 Aug 21

Mike was amazing! I recommended him to my brother, and we both had very positive experiences. I was anxious about the process of getting my mortgage. Mike was always kind and patient with my many questions. Most of all, I felt like Mike was trustworthy and had my best interest at heart. Thank you Mike 🙂

norberto orcullo

03:45 27 Jul 21

Mike is very professional and knowledgeable. He made sure I understand what we were doing and kept me updated as the process moved forward. Highly suggest!

Michael Mendonca

00:44 10 Jul 21

I met Mike through a family member and I needed help with refinancing my mortgage. The entire process with Mike was smooth and efficient. Mike was always responsive to any questions I had along the way. He was clear in all communication and got me the best rate in the market. Mike has saved me a lot of money by refinancing my mortgage and I am very grateful for his kind and professional help!

Mikhail L

00:59 07 Jul 21

Met Mike five years ago and he helped me get a great mortgage at that time. He stayed in touch and helped me again this year get an even better mortgage. Mike has been has very helpful and clear every step of the way. Could not be happier and would suggest you give him a call, too.

Tod Grant

21:53 12 Jun 21

Wow! Can’t say enough great things about Mike!
He walked us through every step of the process, was easy to reach and answered all our questions promptly.
He found us a mortgage that perfect for our circumstances.
Professional, yet down to earth. We look forward to doing business with Mike in the future. Would highly recommend him to anyone reading this review.

Amanda Tecks

21:59 11 Jun 21

Mike is an excellent mortgage broker!! He really does care and looked out for our real estate needs. I highly recommend him to help you buy a place no matter how big or small!

Hannah Sherman

17:02 01 Jun 21

As first time home buyers we were very nervous about getting our mortgage set up. Mike was recommended in a local mom's group and he did not disappoint! He walked us through every step, was very clear and encouraging. He made the process feel easy. He is a great communicator and kept in touch through each step. I would gladly recommend him to any new house hunter. Thank you for all your hard work Mike!! We enjoyed working with you!!

Ray C

04:47 12 May 21

With our first home purchase, Mike was attentive and supportive throughout the entire process. He always took the time to answer any questions that we had and kept us informed every step of the way. Thanks again to Mike for making us feel comfortable and helping us navigate everything.

Joanne Cooke

00:57 18 Mar 21

As a first time homeowner in 2016 I was overwhelmed with the mortgage process. Mike was very knowledgeable and attentive and made me feel comfortable and more educated. Mike also helped me recently with my mortgage renewal and was able to find the lowest possible interest rate. Mike is a true professional and provides exceptional service. I highly recommend him.

Elise Dryer

05:54 05 Dec 20

We met Mr. Mike Slater through our realtor and couldn't have been happier. As this is Covid times we have never met in person but this didn't slow his dedication to finding us the best deal out there. Not only did Mike live up to our high expectations of professionalism and attentiveness, he truly took the time with us to make sure we had explored all the financing options available. Mike is a caring individual who has his client’s best interests at heart. He's very kind, polite and was always cheery on the phone. Always positive. Our situation was fairly unique and challenging but he remained positive and was able to secure a fantastic mortgage for us. Mike’s knowledge and experience was outstanding. We cannot thank Mike enough for always taking our calls and emails day or night and for helping us with our mortgage financing. We truly wouldn't have been able to make this purchase without him . We know this sounds like a glowing cheesy review but if anything its understated. Thanks Mike for everything and you'll be our go to financing guy for life!!!
Jason and Elise

Sheila Haley

02:28 20 Nov 20

I had the good fortune to have Mike Slater as my Mortgage Broker during a recent transaction. After taking my information, he returned to me with three options, each of which offered great savings over the direction I considering prior to seeking his advice.

Clearly, he had taken great care to match my personal circumstances to the options he suggested. He explained everything very fully. I really enjoyed his professional manner and his kindness. I am very pleased to give him a full recommendation for his services

nick dunmall

01:46 07 Nov 20

Highly recommend! Mike took us on short notice after numerous bad encounters with a previous broker, that initially made us unsure about our new purchase. As first time home buyers we were unaware of the process and steps Involved with buying a new home, and what to expect. Mike was able to guide, and recommend us through the process %100 of the way, leaving us confident, but more importantly excited with the decisions we’ve made.

M Ng

04:04 07 Oct 20

Felt at ease with Mike the first time we spoke with him on the phone regarding our mortgage. Mike's professionalism is top notch - took time to answer all our questions and to re-explain in terms that we could understand. A big recommend to anyone in need of mortgage services! Thank you Mike!

Sunny H

16:33 26 Sep 20

It was great to work with Mike! A true professional. He was very diligent with the process. My wife and I never felt pressured and he always had our best interest at heart. Mike pushed back to get us the best rate possible. Will definitely be recommending Mike to friends.

Kedy Atwal

06:29 24 Sep 20

Where do I start? Mike is god send to me. This will be the 2nd time that he is helping me.I knew nothing about mortgage/finance. Mike came into my world with patience and understanding professional in every step of the way. Love that he is always cheerful with a smile.No task is too small . I high recommend Mike to anyone looking for advise mortgage. THANK YOU so much!

John Kot

01:48 23 Sep 20

Best way to describe Mike Slater @ Slater Mortgages. G.O.A.T!
Greatest service!
Of all the Mortgage broker, he is the one I want on my side.
All answer no bullsh!T
Time, Anytime, Thyme, Timeless, Timelines. This man will give you his time.

Mike has been very diligent to work with. He is not only thorough but also very transparent and conservative to look after the best interest of his clients. He has kept his word and has been able to shop around for an even better rate than the initial one he’s working towards. I’m confident that his future clients will find working with him not only easy but also enjoyable. Thanks Mike for all your help.

Indy Dhaliwal

19:38 14 Jul 20

Mike helped my husband and I with our mortgage for our recent home purchase. We are both very grateful for all of his help. He guided us through the process and took the time to explain everything. We truly felt that he had our best interests at heart. Thank you so much Mike for all of your help!

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