About Us
Rala was founded in 1996 with a clear goal: to provide a real estate finance partner that is both trustworthy and resourceful. We stand out from other mortgage brokers because our final charge is tied to the quality of the loan deal we secure for our customers.
So if you’re looking for a home equity loan but can’t get approval from your bank, we are the people to speak to. We strive to ensure that every deal we make is as empowering and effortless as possible.
Our Process
01Due Diligence
To ensure that you get the loan you need - and to provide you with best the deal the market has to offer - we will treat your finances with due diligence throughout the loan application process.
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01Due Diligence
02Fair Service Charge
Other mortgage brokers make their money on the basis of a finder’s fee. But at Rala, our charge reflects the risk associated with the final loan agreement, so our fee depends on your loan deal.
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02Fair Service Charge
03Access To Exclusive Lender’s Network
Rala is trusted by a huge network of lenders - and because they trust us, we know precisely how to negotiate with them on your behalf, making them more likely to lend at a good rate.
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03Access To Exclusive Lender’s Network
04Arranging Secondary Lenders
Most of our deals involve a backup lender - and with our huge network of lenders, we will always find a secondary lender that can guarantee your loan deal.
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04Arranging Secondary Lenders
05Going Through The Details
Once we’ve found a lender ready to facilitate your loan, we will help them draft a loan offer. Then we’ll explain the legal technicalities. After that, the money will be transferred to your lawyer.
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05Going Through The Details
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About Allan & Vik
Allan has been a mortgage broker for over 30 years. He is an expert in hard-to-place mortgages and provides other mortgage brokers with sources of private financing, both residential and commercial.
Running a small independent brokerage allows him to avoid red tape and offer flexible solutions to his clients. Allan’s main hobby is thoroughbred horse racing. He enjoys competing in handicapping contests and visiting racetracks throughout North America.
Vik Mann has been a mortgage broker at Rala Investments Ltd. since 2012. During his time at Rala, he has worked on and completed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd mortgages.
Vik has established key relationships with private lenders across BC over the last few years. In the tough environment of 2nd and 3rd mortgages, he’s been very successful in both commercial and residential markets. Vik worked in construction development prior to Rala; he has extensive knowledge and experience with construction-related dealings.
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Testmonials
Christian Noel
An absolute pleasure to deal with. Answered questions day and night and made the whole process of getting a mortgage for my rental property as painless as possible. I was able to focus on hiring a Richmond rodent control team. painters and cleaners to finish up the property. We highly recommend working with Allan and will definitely be returning when it's time for renewal. Thanks again Allan for all your help!Cristian Bishop
Allan delivers exemplary service. His incisiveness and attention to detail really helped me to secure a private mortgage that was better than any bank offered. He was able to make time for me with my busy schedule as a roofer in Maple Ridge to go through a number of papers and documents that I need to sign and simplified for a person like me. His service did not stop after the mortgage closed but he continues to be helpful and understanding to this day. I would recommend him to anyone.
Ebonie Wiley
I would highly recommend Allan. He is hard-working, very responsive to all emails and phone calls, honest, easy to work with, and trustworthy. As a pest exterminator in Coquitlam, I don't always have a lot of free time. Allan helped with the whole process. He offered a fast turnaround and excellent rates. If you are considering using a mortgage broker service, do not look any further. Simply put, I will never use a different mortgage broker again.
Anna Myers
After having dealt with different mortgage brokers for my bad credit mortgage issues, I have to say Rala investments had the quickest and the easiest process to deal with. There was never the problem of them requesting documents repeatedly from me after every process. Everything was done in a single shot and I was given regular updates on the progress. The service was prompt and quick.
John Alexander
Thank you Allan for helping me throughout my mortgage process. Your straight forward and balanced opinions gave me a sense of security and confidence. I also have to mention how quickly you responded to my queries and requests even on your days off. I will definitely recommend your service to my friends and family.
Case Studies
Loan for starting a business with Bad Credit
John has spent the bulk of his working life in the transport sector. But he recently retrained so he could get a new job in manufacturing. The shift has been really positive for him, and his new experience has given him a business idea. John’s dream is to run his own company, so he started putting together a blueprint for his own small business.
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