The Winnipeg real estate market remains steady with positive growth in August and year-to-date performance, reflecting rising sales and increased dollar volume across different property types. Both..
Month: September 2024
How to Handle Tenant Damage and Repairs: Protecting Your Investment
Tenant damage and repairs are inevitable aspects of real estate investing, and how you handle them can significantly impact your investment’s profitability and longevity. Proactive strategies and..
Financing Your First Investment Property: What You Need to Know
Investing in real estate can be a powerful strategy for building wealth and achieving financial freedom. However, securing suitable financing for your first investment property may present..
Balancing a Day Job with Real Estate Investing: How to Manage Your Time Effectively
Balancing a full-time job with real estate investing can be challenging, but it’s a common scenario for many investors who are gradually building their portfolios. Effective time..
Canada’s “Boldest” Mortgage Reforms: Unexpected Changes Announced
On September 16, 2024, the Government of Canada introduced the most significant reforms to mortgage regulations in decades, aiming to unlock homeownership for more Canadians, especially younger..
Retail Rent Growth Grows Across Canadian Cities; Eastern Markets Lead Growth
CBRE’s H1 2024 Retail Rent Survey was recently released, providing an essential look at retail rental trends across Canada. Covering 11 key cities—Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon,..
Fast-Track Initiative to Build 1,001 Affordable Housing Units in Quebec
The Governments of Canada and Quebec are accelerating affordable housing development in Quebec with a new initiative to build 1,001 social and affordable housing units. An initiative..
Featured Development: 8 Temple in Toronto’s Liberty Village
Strategically located in Toronto’s popular Liberty Village, 8 Temple offers a blend of urban energy and serene living. This boutique luxury condominium project, developed by Curated Properties,..
Understanding the New Land Zoning Approved by Calgary City Council: What It Means for Residents and Investors
In May 2024, Calgary’s City Council passed blanket rezoning changes aimed at increasing housing density and flexibility across the city. This move allows for the construction of..
Bank of Canada Lowers Policy Rate to 4.25%
On September 4, 2024, the Bank of Canada announced a reduction in its policy interest rate by 25 basis points, bringing the target for the overnight rate..