Quick answer
Ask Desjardins for a rate review only after you know the gap. A strong counter conversation is specific: “Here is my quoted rate, term, balance, renewal date, and benchmark context. Is this the best renewal rate available for my file today?”
What to compare before calling Desjardins
- ✓ Offered rate versus current benchmark context for the same term and rate type.
- ✓ Monthly payment and total interest impact of a 0.25% or 0.50% gap.
- ✓ Penalty rules, especially if you may move, refinance, or break the mortgage.
- ✓ Prepayment privileges, portability, and restrictive product conditions.
- ✓ Discharge, legal, appraisal, registration, or admin costs if switching lenders.
A safe script to use
“I am reviewing my Desjardins mortgage renewal offer before signing. Can you confirm whether this is the best renewal rate available for my file today? I am comparing the rate, term, penalties, payment, and switching costs before I make a decision.”
FairRate trust notes
- ✓ FairRate is paid by borrowers, not banks, lenders, or brokers.
- ✓ No broker calls are triggered by using the checker.
- ✓ No credit check is required to compare a renewal offer.
- ✓ The result is educational benchmark context, not mortgage advice or a rate guarantee.