For Canadian investors, turnkey properties offer an enticing way to build rental income without the hassle of managing construction, staging, or lease-up logistics. These properties are renovated, furnished, move-in ready, and sometimes already leased, so especially in cities like Toronto, Vancouver, or Calgary, where carrying costs are steep and the margin for error is shrinking, the idea of buying...

n June 2025, the City of Edmonton introduced a suite of zoning and planning changes that show a transition to a more permissive, development-forward urban policy model. This has the potential to open up both infill and intensification markets. Meanwhile, other changes aim to streamline operational processes that have historically delayed or complicated project delivery.

Zoning Bylaw Renewal Sets a New...

Purchasing pre-construction real estate has become a popular investment strategy in many housing markets across North America. With promises of price appreciation, flexible financing and early access to high-demand developments, pre-construction units offer some unique advantages. However, they also come with distinct risks and uncertainties that can make or break an investment. 

Advantages of...