Finance Minister's Jim Flaherty Announces Changes to Mortgage Rules in Canada
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TORONTO, Feb. 16 /CNW/ - The Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals (CAAMP) supports the amendments announced today by the Minister of Finance. CAAMP recognizes the importance of preventative measures to maintain a healthy mortgage market. Like the government, CAAMP's membership works to help Canadians make responsible home buying decisions.

Jim Murphy, AMP, President and CEO of CAAMP, is available for commentary on this announcement and how it will affect Canadian consumers and the mortgage market.

About CAAMP

Established in 1994, the Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals (CAAMP) is Canada's national mortgage industry association. CAAMP has assumed a leadership role in the industry it serves and has set the standard for best practices for Canada's mortgage practitioners. In 2004, CAAMP created the Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP) designation as part of an ongoing commitment to increasing the level of professionalism in Canada's mortgage industry.

As a membership-based organization, CAAMP strives to develop its network of professionals and to represent the interests of these individuals to government, media and consumers. CAAMP has attracted over 12,000 members and 1,600 companies from across Canada - representing over 90% of Canada's mortgage activity. CAAMP members make up the largest and most respected network of mortgage professionals in the country. CAAMP's membership base consists of mortgage lenders, brokers, insurers and other industry participants.

For further information: To arrange an interview with Jim Murphy, please contact: Renée Mellow, Media Profile, [phone], [email protected]; Jim Murphy, CAAMP, [phone], [phone], [email protected]