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Strengthening Your Portfolio: How To Prepare For a Recession
In 2022, people's attention shifted from concerns about when the pandemic would end to worries about the predicted recession in 2023. Now, more than halfway through the year, Canada has [...]
Why New Developments – Why Now?
Earlier in 2023, Canada’s official population eclipsed 40 million, a historic milestone fueled by steady population growth from an influx in immigration. Over the past year, the population increased by [...]
What Is Private Equity?
Private equity explained If the continual swings of the public stock market make you anxious or you’re looking for a way to diversify your portfolio, private equity, especially private real [...]
Understanding The Three Ways to Invest in Apartments
When looking to invest in multi-residential real estate, there are three types of apartments you’re likely to encounter: Value Add, Newly Constructed and Development. Each category has its own merits [...]
The Evolution of Work from Home and the Impact on the Real Estate Sector
Over the past few years, the working environment has experienced a dramatic transformation. The emergence of COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the working economy and the introduction of [...]
Is Active or Passive Real Estate Investing Right For You?
Real estate is a popular investment option due to its ability to diversify and strengthen an investment portfolio. It can provide investors with a desirable total return, tax benefits, and [...]
The Rise of the Rental Market
The number of Canadians choosing to rent rather than buy is increasing. According to a recent report by RBC, Proof Point: Is Canada becoming a nation of renters?, in the last [...]
Understanding Inflation and Interest Rates: What 2023 Could Bring and What You Can Do to Protect Your Wealth
The terms “inflation” and “interest rates” were inescapable in 2022 and will likely continue to be prolific throughout 2023 as the measures to combat inflation last year have yet to [...]
Investing in a Real Estate Investment Trust
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) offer investors exposure to high-quality, institutional grade real estate, convenience and potential income stability without the stress of property management. Along with [...]
A Smart Investment: The Edmonton Area is Attractive, Affordable and Growing
Equiton recently purchased its first property outside Ontario and it’s in the Greater Edmonton Area. Entering the Alberta market through the acquisition of Emerald Hills Landing in Sherwood Park, AB, [...]