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Ryan Iannone & Shannon Lazorko, Mortgage Brokers, Mortgage Connection

587.436.2348 or 403.389.5202 Helping you find the right mortgage. Ryan Iannone & Shannon Lazorko are mortgage brokers in Calgary.

09/18/2026

🌟 Meet more of the incredible faces behind Your Mortgage Guru YYC, a division of Mortgage Connection!

Our team is growing, and so is the expertise we bring to every client. Whether you’re buying, refinancing, or exploring investment opportunities, we’ve got the right people in your corner.

📌 Say hello to:

Stacey Lush – Mortgage Broker
Owen Langis – Mortgage Broker
Erica O’Callaghan – Mortgage Broker

Each of them brings passion, knowledge, and a commitment to helping Calgarians feel empowered about their mortgage decisions.

💬 Ready to connect? Reach out today—we’re here to make mortgages simple, stress-free, and tailored to you.

09/16/2026

👋 Meet the faces behind Your Mortgage Guru YYC, a proud part of Mortgage Connection right here in Calgary!

✨ Our team is here to simplify the mortgage process and help you feel confident about one of life’s biggest decisions—whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing, or investing in property.

🤝 With years of experience and a people-first approach, we’re ready to guide you every step of the way.

📌 Meet the team:

Ryan Iannone – Partner & Mortgage Broker

Shannon Lazorko – Partner & Broker

Shawnda Behrns – Mortgage Broker

Jessica Chiasson – Mortgage Broker

📞 Let’s talk! Call us at 587-436-2348 or email [email protected]
to connect with our team today.

💡 Calgary mortgages made simple.

09/14/2026

Not every mortgage fits neatly into the “traditional” box. That’s where private mortgages can come in. ✨
For some buyers, especially those who are self-employed, new to Canada, or recovering from credit hiccups, private lending can be a bridge to homeownership or refinancing.

Here’s when a private mortgage may make sense:
✅ You need short-term financing
✅ Your income isn’t “traditional” (self-employed, commission-based, etc.)
✅ You’re investing in a unique property banks don’t love
✅ You want flexibility beyond rigid bank rules

Private lending isn’t a forever solution—it’s a tool to get you where you want to be. Want to know if it’s the right move for you? Let’s connect.

09/11/2026

September has arrived, and Calgary's real estate market is heading into one of the most interesting parts of the year.

The summer slowdown doesn't necessarily mean opportunity has disappeared.

In fact, for some buyers, fall can be a great time to take a closer look at what's actually available.

Instead of asking:
“Is now THE perfect time to buy?”
Try asking:
🏡 Is the right property available?
💰 Does the payment fit my budget?
📊 Have I compared my financing options?
🔎 Does this purchase make sense for my longer-term plans?

Because nobody knows exactly what the market will do next.

But you can know your numbers.
You can understand your options.
And you can make a decision based on your own financial situation instead of whatever the latest real estate headline happens to say.

Fall isn't about rushing.
It's about getting strategic. 🍂🏡

09/09/2026

Here's a mortgage fact that's easy to overlook:
Two mortgages can have the same interest rate and still cost you differently.

Why?

Because the rate is only one part of the mortgage.
Things like:
• Prepayment privileges
• Penalties for breaking the mortgage
• Portability
• Payment frequency
• Ability to refinance
• Fixed vs. variable structure
• Other lender-specific restrictions
can all affect the overall value and flexibility of your mortgage.

This is why we don't believe in simply chasing the lowest number on a rate sheet.
A mortgage is a financial product, not just a percentage.

The right mortgage depends on what you're trying to accomplish and what you expect your next few years to look like.

Lowest rate? Maybe.
Best fit? That's the real question.

09/07/2026

Your mortgage renewal notice arrives. You sign it. Done. Right?
Not necessarily. 👀

A mortgage renewal is actually an opportunity to stop and ask:
“Is my current mortgage still the right fit for me?”

Your finances may have changed since you first got your mortgage. Maybe your income is different. Maybe you've paid down other debt. Maybe you're thinking about renovations, investing, moving, or simply paying your mortgage off faster.

Your original mortgage might have made perfect sense a few years ago.
That doesn't automatically mean it's the best option for your next term.

Before you simply sign on the dotted line, it can be worth comparing your options and understanding the full cost, flexibility and features of the mortgage you're being offered.

Your renewal is more than a piece of paperwork.
It's another opportunity to make your mortgage work for you. 🏡

09/04/2026

Things you didn’t care about before… but now you do:
• Which way the house faces
• Where the nearest grocery store is
• If there’s a garage (Calgary winters make sure of that 😅)
• Property taxes

Buying a home changes how you look at everything.

09/02/2026

📊 Bank of Canada Announcement — September 2, 2026

Today’s decision matters — but your strategy matters more.

With rates expected to remain relatively stable through the rest of 2026, the focus shifts to how you structure your mortgage, not just what the rate is.
✔ Variable vs fixed
✔ Term strategy
✔ Long-term planning

📲 Let’s break it down for your situation

08/31/2026

Maybe you're not ready to buy today.

That's okay.

Maybe you're thinking about moving next year.
Maybe your mortgage is coming up for renewal.
Maybe you're wondering whether you can afford to upgrade.
Maybe you're simply trying to figure out what your next financial move should be.

You don't have to have every answer before you start the conversation.

Sometimes the most useful first step is simply understanding what your options are.

No pressure. No crystal ball required.

Just a plan.
If your plan happens to include a Calgary home, we're here when you're ready. 🏡

08/28/2026

➡️Here's a mortgage detail that doesn't get nearly enough attention:
Your amortization period can have a pretty big impact on your monthly payment.

A longer amortization can lower the required payment, which may make a home more manageable from a monthly cash-flow perspective.

But there's a trade-off: you'll generally pay considerably more interest over the life of the mortgage.

🏡Here's something that changed the conversation for some buyers:
Eligible first-time buyers and buyers purchasing new builds with less than 20% down can now have access to a 30-year amortization, subject to the applicable mortgage-insurance and lender rules.

So when you're comparing mortgages, don't just ask:
“What's my payment?”

Ask:
“What will this mortgage cost me over time?”

That's where having someone walk through the numbers with you can make a big difference.

Address

1121 Centre Street NW
Calgary, AB
T2E7K6

Website

http://www.mortgageconnection.ca/

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