Know Your Alts: A Canadian Perspective on Investing in Foreign Alternative Funds
It’s no secret that foreign private alternative funds have their sights set on Canada. According to a recent study, asset fund managers from the [...]
Equiton Apartment Fund Crosses the $1B AUM Mark After Recent Acquisition
BURLINGTON, ON August 22, 2024 – With a focus on rewarding investors and building communities that residents are proud to call home, Equiton’s flagship real [...]
In a high cap-rate environment, NOI helps uncover the hidden value of real estate
When it comes to investing in income-producing real estate, the topic of capitalization rates (or “cap” rates) is unavoidable. Cap rates have steadily increased [...]
Equiton Enters Niagara Region With Major Rental Purchase In Welland
BURLINGTON, ON June 24, 2024 – The Equiton Residential Income Fund Trust (The Apartment Fund) has acquired a group of four mid-rise rental properties in [...]
Real estate exposure without the landlord headaches
4.4 million Canadians own a residential investment property, according to Royal LePage. When rates stayed low between the great financial crisis and 2022, those millions [...]
Equiton’s strategic shift toward institutional investment
Equiton, a leading Canadian private equity real estate firm, is in the midst of a strategic shift toward institutional investments that it believes will [...]
Expert Real Estate Development Drives Wealth Creation and Economic Growth
The land development process, when done by a skilled developer, is the key to unlocking the immense potential that lies within raw land or [...]
Private equity faces tailwinds in Canada – and that’s good for investors
When asked what the benefit of investing in private equity is, Helen Hurlbut says it’s full of opportunity. The chief financial officer at Equiton, a [...]
The Impact of Active Management on Private REITs: Why It Matters
Active management in private REITs involves bringing every aspect of the REIT under the direct purview of the asset manager, fostering greater operational efficiency [...]
Interested in Buying a Condo? Here’s the Top Benefits of Condo Living
Living in a condominium has become an increasingly popular choice for many Canadians, and for good reason. Whether you’re a young professional, retiree, or a [...]