Last year, in response to the COVID-19 crisis, the Bank of Canada implemented a policy of quantitative easing, or QE. For anyone who may not be familiar with this practice, it essentially amounts to a federal entity buying securities from banks, with the intention of providing those banks with money, easing interest rates, and ultimately […]
Category Archives: Resources
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Feb
Feb
When we evaluate investment opportunities we categorize them into one of 4 categories: Core, Core Plus, Value-Add and Opportunistic. The different categories are defined by: the physical characteristics of the property (for example the length and term of the in-place leases, the credit worthiness of the tenants, and the physical condition and location of the […]
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Jan
Jan
What is the deal with The District of North Vancouver and the City of North Vancouver? How did it come about that the city of North Vancouver is completely surrounded by The District of North Vancouver? Why are they different? And why do we at addy care? Let’s dig into these questions and find out. […]
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Jan
Jan
For decades, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) were the go-to option for people looking to invest in real estate with very little upfront capital. For as little as a few dollars, you could own stock in a publicly-traded REIT and earn passive income through a consistent dividend. Nowadays, the complicated fee structures behind REITs are […]
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Jan
Jan
If you’re new to real estate investing you may have heard the term distribution thrown around but are you confused about what it actually means? We’re here to help break it down. In short: A distribution is like a dividend, but in real estate, it’s called a distribution. So then why aren’t they called the […]
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Dec
Dec
addy co-founder Stephen Jagger chats with Robinson Smith, financial strategist and best-selling author about The Smith Manoeuvre and how it works for Canadians working to raise their net worth and raising their level of financial security in the face of rising costs of living. What Is the Smith Manoeuvre? The Smith Manoeuvre is a legal […]
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Dec
Dec
Investing in office real estate is one way you can put your money to “work” (pun intended) for you. As with any investment, investing in this type of property requires a little bit of know how before going chips in. Consider these 4 questions when evaluating office property. 1) What method works best for you? […]
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Oct
Oct
The neighbourhood is full of natural beauty, providing endless opportunities for hikers, joggers and park-goers alike. The neighbourhood has a very strong, family-oriented sense of community with excellent schools and recreational spaces in the area. Most Lawrence Park residents are within walking distance of bus routes that run along Yonge Street, Mount Pleasant Road, Bayview […]
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Oct
Oct
Toronto is a major Canadian city situated along Lake Ontario’s northwestern shore. Wikipedia describes the city as a dynamic metropolis with a core of soaring skyscrapers, all dwarfed by the iconic, free-standing CN Tower. Toronto also has many green spaces, from the orderly oval of Queen’s Park to 400-acre High Park and its trails, sports […]
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Oct
Oct
addy members will be able to view the Offering Memorandum and due diligence details on October 26, 2020. Sneak peek: 19 Buildings 95 Units Sits on two acres of land across two city blocks Units consist of 76 two-bed units and 19 one-bed units Our members will be first in line to invest! To get […]