Banking

Why the Big 5 Canadian Banks Can't Help You Buy a U.S. Home

TD, RBC, BMO, Scotiabank, and CIBC don't offer U.S. mortgages to Canadians. Here's why—and what specialized cross-border lenders can do instead.

February 20, 2026
7 min read
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David Nataf
Cross-Border Mortgage Specialist
NMLS (FL): 2613311

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