Your Calgary Mortgage Broker — Shawn Selanders

Serving Albertans since 1999 | RECA Licensed | Calgary is Where It All Started

Calgary is where my career started — and I've never stopped serving this city.

I moved to Calgary in 1992. Got my mortgage licence in 1999. I lived here, built my business here, and helped hundreds of Calgary families get into homes.

25+ years later, I'm still doing it — with more experience, more lender connections, and the same straight-talk approach that got me here.

Where I Started. Still Where I Work.

Near $1 billion in mortgages funded since 1999. Most of that started right here in Calgary.

I know this city. I know the neighbourhoods. I know what's selling and what lenders are looking for. Whether you're buying in the deep south, the NW, or anywhere in between — I've got you covered.

I work for you, not the banks. That means 40+ lenders competing for your business, not just one bank's products.

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My Calgary Story

I moved to Alberta in 1992 and landed in Calgary. This is where I built my life, got my mortgage licence in 1999, and spent the first years of my career learning every corner of this market.

I lived in Calgary until 2004, then moved south to Okotoks for 20 years. Now I'm in High River. But Calgary has always been — and still is — where a significant part of my business comes from.

I've seen every market cycle this city has been through. The booms. The corrections. The oil-price crashes. The pandemic. The recovery. That experience matters when you need a broker who can navigate a deal in any market condition.

Mortgages I Handle in Calgary

🏠 Home Purchases

Pre-approvals — know your budget before you start shopping
First-time home buyers — I'll walk you through it. No question is too basic.
Moving up, downsizing, or relocating within Calgary

🔄 Renewals

Rate shopping + lender negotiation (don't just sign what they send you)
"Should I break my mortgage early?" analysis
Term length, prepayment options, portability — all the stuff that matters later

💰 Refinance / Equity Take-Out

Debt consolidation (one payment, lower rate, less stress)
Home renovations
Life events (separation, buyouts, unexpected expenses)

📋 Self-Employed / Commission / Variable Income

Bank and alternative lender options
Documentation coaching so your file lands clean the first time

🏢 Rental / Revenue Properties

Purchase and refinance strategies
Structuring for future flexibility

🏡 Reverse Mortgages (55+)

Supplement retirement income without monthly payments
Stay in your home — maintain ownership and independence
Eliminate existing mortgage payments to improve cash flow

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How I Help You Win (Without the Bank Runaround)

Banks work for shareholders. I work for you. Big difference.

My Process Is Simple:

Quick fact-find call (10–15 minutes) — I'll ask a few questions, figure out what you qualify for, and give you a realistic picture.
Match you to the right lender + product — I work with 40+ lenders. Options the banks don't have — and leverage they don't want you to know about.
Negotiate rate + approvals — I handle the back-and-forth so you don't have to.
Keep it moving — tight communication, no ghosting. You'll always know where your file stands.
Close clean (and stay available after) — Questions years from now? Call me.

What Calgary Clients Say

"Shawn was a pleasure to deal with. He did things in a timely and professional manner. He responded to texts and emails almost instantaneously. He answered all my questions and concerns. I highly recommend Shawn for your future mortgage needs."

— Peter Lor, Calgary

"Shawn has helped us with our last 4 mortgages and has worked very hard to get us the most competitive rates possible. I would highly recommend Shawn to my family and friends as he will go above and beyond to get the best rate out there."

— Michelle & Richard Straat, Calgary

"Shawn has been excellent with securing two mortgages for us and I have no hesitation with recommending him."

— Derek McIntyre, Calgary

I also serve clients across the Foothills and Southern Alberta:

Okotoks High River Diamond Valley Airdrie Cochrane Chestermere + All of Alberta