Passive Real Estate Income Ideas for High Net Worth Canadians
Passive income is no longer an option for many Canadians seeking a comfortable retirement. It’s prudent to plan early on for alternative sources of income as many people don’t have the luxury of time to become an active investor. Diversification beyond equities and indices may lead you down the path of real estate. One could…
Read moreKitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo Report
Introduction The housing prices in the region were at an all-time high this April as the residential real estate market recovered from its seasonal slump. Average prices across all housing types in April increased. Apartment-style condos saw a 14.3% rise to $339,426; townhomes appreciated by 5% at $405,013; and semi-detached house prices climbed nearly 8%…
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10 Questions That Lead to the Right MIC
Mortgage Investment Corporations have come a long way since their inception in 1973. Now popular among investors for their well-balanced risk-and-return profiles, the Canadian MIC industry has attracted a growing number of companies who strive to put your hard earned capital to work. But not all MICs are created equal. The most successful ones acknowledge…
Read moreOttawa City Report – 2019
Overview Ottawa has been among the hotter markets in Canada over the past year with the average sale price of residential property climbing 7.4% from April 2018 to April 2019 bring the average residential price to $488,729. The condominium sector, in particular, witnessed the most substantial gains of 14.3% over the same period. While the…
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What is an Accredited Investor in Canada?
In recent years, private markets have accelerated their growth curve despite the stringent rules limiting investment access to accredited investors or those individuals who meet the income and asset qualifications. An accredited investor has access to a wide network of private investment opportunities with significant upside potential. But how does one know if he or…
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The geography of MICs
Selecting the Right Mortgage Investment Corporation With the new mortgage rules, qualified borrowers are increasingly looking for alternative options to obtain the capital needed outside of the traditional lending channels. Whether it’s for purchasing their next home, refinancing, generating working capital for their business, or providing funds for a myriad of personal reasons, borrowers are…
Read moreVancouver City Report
Overview Vancouver is a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia and is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. It is a popular filming destination surrounded by mountains and scenery that inspire art, theatre and music. The 2016 census recorded 631,486 people in the city, an increase of 4.6% from the previous census conducted…
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