Stating that you have an unpaid debt equal to the amount of settlement funds you need to apply for PR makes your case closed before it starts.
I can't advice you on what you need to do. But you're supposed to declare any loans or debts (in your bank letter) because they can find out and ask you about it.
Fyi, having a brother in Canada doesn't exempt you from proving that you have the exact POF required.
In summary, do what you think is best but ensure you know the risks associated with whatever decisions you take.
Hi you seem well-versed so I would like your opinion please.
How does IRCC calculate PoF vs outstanding debt specifically a house loan? I have funds above the minimum required. I am also currently employed which covers my monthly amortization for the house. Will they hold the entire remaining house loan amount against my funds? Please explain formula if you know it.
Also how does IRCC find out about debt if you don't declare it (Both loan and credit card debt) ? In my country credit card debt is not a criminal offense so criminality clearance is not an issue.
I heard of people getting rejected due to not declaring it to IRCC. Example: I know someone who had unpaid credit card debt but was still able to immigrate last 2015. But I also know another person who also had outstanding credit card debt and didn't declare it in his IRCC application and got rejected by IRCC last 2019