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Continued rise of the interest rates: As interest rates continue to rise, commercial real estate investors in Toronto, Ontario are beginning to feel the effects. While this is a city that has long been seen as an attractive location for investments, rising interest rates could lead to a slow-down in property purchases and a shift in the market. Bank of...

Canada’s building sector is responsible for 18% of the country’s emissions of greenhouse gases. This takes into account the emissions from the homes and commercial real estate buildings themselves and from the electricity used in those buildings. Considering the large role buildings play in Canada’s total emissions, investors and tenants are both looking for ways to minimize their carbon footprint....

On December 7th, the Bank of Canada delivered the latest in a series of interest rate hikes. The overnight rate increased by 50 basis points, up to 4.25%. What does this mean for the real estate market in Canada, and are we heading into an economic recession? A few specific market indicators can help you get a better picture about...

Commercial real estate (CRE) investments are expensive, but there many different financing options available for investors. Financing for CRE is available as equity financing or debt financing. Here’s a breakdown of the main types of financing used in CRE deals. Debt Financing Options for CRE Most CRE purchases are funded in large part through debt financing. Financing can be taken...