Independent brokerage, major network cement new alliance

The partnership promises to improve broker and consumer experiences

Independent brokerage, major network cement new alliance

Quebec-based independent brokerage Planipret/MP Mortgages and major network TMG The Mortgage Group Inc. have announced a new partnership intended to improve the experiences of brokers and consumers alike.

The agreement pools the resources and know-how of two established industry players, which they said would allow them to leverage best in-class technology, proven processes and systems, and enhanced lender and industry partners for all parties.

“This strategic alliance allows our firm, already licensed in Quebec and Ontario, to become a national powerhouse for our existing and future brokers,” said Gilles Bouillon, founder and CEO of Planipret. “Both organizations will continue to operate with our own brands and state-of-the-art technology platforms but will collaborate to maximize capital investments to accelerate innovation and tools to support brokers and staff.”

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Grant Thomas, founder and partner of TMG, expressed confidence in the long-term prospects of the alliance.

“Finding similar values and expertise in Gilles and Planipret is a win-win for all brokers within our respective organizations,” Thomas said.

“Discovering there was another firm in Canada that was as values driven, technology focused, compliance-centric and as focused on our brokers’ success and well-being was a true eye-opener,” added Mark Kerzner, president and CEO of TMG. “We are extremely excited about this strategic alliance given our values align with our desire for continuous improvement and service excellence.”