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Mortgage & Financing

The Investor's Commercial Financing Options Companion

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 7 min read

Complete guide to commercial real estate financing options. Learn about term loans, bridge financing, DSCR requirements, and choosing the right commercial lender.

Mortgage & Financing

Your First Rental Property Mortgage: A Complete Application Walkthrough

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 6 min read

Step-by-step walkthrough of applying for your first investment property mortgage in Canada. From preparation through closing, everything a beginner needs to know.

Mortgage & Financing

Fixed vs Variable Rates for Investors: A Decision Framework

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 6 min read

A practical framework for choosing between fixed and variable rate mortgages on investment properties. Analysis based on cash flow, risk tolerance, and strategy.

Mortgage & Financing

How to Choose the Right Mortgage Product for Your Investment Property

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 9 min read

Compare fixed vs variable rates, A vs B lenders, residential vs multifamily financing, and CMHC MLI Select options for Canadian real estate investors.

Mortgage & Financing

Investment Property Mortgage Pre-Approval: What You Need and What to Expect

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 6 min read

Step-by-step guide to getting pre-approved for an investment property mortgage in Canada. Documents, timelines, and strategies to strengthen your application.

US & Cross-Border Investing

Mexico Real Estate Investing for Canadians: What You Need to Know

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 6 min read

How Canadians can invest in Mexican real estate. Covers legal structures, financing, risks, and practical strategies for cross-border investing south of the border.

Scaling Your Portfolio

Office Building Investment Guide: What Beginners Need to Know

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 5 min read

Introduction to investing in office buildings. Covers lease types, tenant evaluation, financing, and how office differs from residential real estate investing.

Real Estate Investing 101

PadSplit Investment Strategy: Room Rental Investing for Higher Cash Flow

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 6 min read

Explore the PadSplit co-living model for real estate investors. Higher per-property income through room rentals, with strategies for financing and management.

Scaling Your Portfolio

Real Estate Development Investing: A Canadian Investor's Guide

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 6 min read

Introduction to real estate development investing for Canadians. Covers development stages, financing, risk management, and how to participate as a passive investor.

Mortgage & Financing

Refinancing Your Rental Portfolio: When It Makes Sense and How to Prepare

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 12 min read

Learn when to refinance your rental properties, how to choose between rate-and-term vs cash-out refinancing, calculate breakage penalties, and prepare for appraisals to get the best results.

Real Estate Investing 101

Rental Property Corporations: Using Business Structures to Build Your Portfolio

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 7 min read

Learn when and how to incorporate rental properties. Covers liability protection, tax planning, capital access, and corporate structure options.

Scaling Your Portfolio

Retail Property Investment Guide: What Beginners Need to Know

LLendCityJan 30, 2026· 5 min read

Introduction to investing in retail properties. Covers lease types, tenant evaluation, location analysis, and how retail differs from residential investing.