Benefits of a HELOC: Guide to Home Equity Lines of Credit

Mohamed Konate

Mohamed Konate, MBA Mohamed Konate is a licensed Mortgage Agent (FSRA #10530, Mortgage Alliance) and Life & Health Insurance Broker (Elite Harvest Financial) based in Whitby, Ontario, serving families and businesses across the Durham Region and throughout Ontario. With over 15 years of experience in the Canadian financial industry — including senior roles at major banks — Mohamed combines deep expertise in mortgages, life insurance, and financial strategy to help clients buy homes, renew or refinance their mortgages, and protect their families with tailored insurance solutions. He is also the founder of MyRateCompass.ca, a trusted Canadian personal finance website offering unbiased insights and practical tools to empower consumers. Mohamed holds both a Bachelor’s and MBA in Business Administration from Quebec universities, and is passionate about making complex financial decisions simple and accessible. 👉 Learn more about working with Mohamed – Mortgage Broker in Ontario 👉 Connect at EliteHarvestFinancial.ca

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Published by Mohamed Konate | May 16, 2025

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