Investing in real estate is one sure-fire way of becoming financially independent. Many people would like to become a real estate investor, but their fears prevent them from pursuing their dream of owning property. Some believe they need to have thousands of dollars...
Commercial real estate (CRE) is booming across the country. CRE properties have sold at record levels with the support of private capital. But will rising interest rates slow the market? Over the past year, commercial real estate has been one of the strongest sectors...
Infrastructure is one area of investment that is linked to clear economic benefits. For example, a city transportation project often signals an opportunity for new real estate ventures in the surrounding area. Improving access to business districts and retail...
Overall, real estate is generally considered to be one of the soundest investments you can make. While there are no foolproof investments, real estate tends to be one of the least volatile assets, carrying a range of long term income earning potential. While stocks,...
LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. LEED originated in the United States, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), a non-profit. It is now one of the most popular programs worldwide for green building certification. Green...
In real estate, the value of a dollar is ever-changing. Currently, there’s a global shortage of property priced under $250,000. However, there continues to be an increasing number of property listed in the million-dollar range. Depending on where in Canada you live,...
