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Partnerships & Capital Raising

How to Evaluate a Development Partnership as an LP in Canada

SScott DillinghamJul 1, 2026· 6 min read

Due diligence checklist for limited partners evaluating real estate development partnerships in Canada. GP track record, returns, risk, and docs.

Partnerships & Capital Raising

How to Invest in Private Mortgages in Canada (2026 Guide)

SScott DillinghamJul 1, 2026· 6 min read

Learn how to invest in private mortgages in Canada. Secured lending, RRSP/TFSA options, due diligence, returns, and how private mortgage investing works.

Partnerships & Capital Raising

RRSP Private Mortgage Investing: Step-by-Step Canada Guide

SScott DillinghamJul 1, 2026· 6 min read

Step-by-step guide to lending RRSP funds as private mortgages in Canada. Self-directed accounts, trustees, documentation, and tax advantages explained.

Mortgage & Financing

Commercial Mortgage Broker vs Bank: Which Saves You More?

SScott DillinghamJun 29, 2026· 14 min read

Compare commercial mortgage brokers vs banks in Canada. See rates, speed, lender access, and which option works best for your deal.

US & Cross-Border Investing

US Estate Tax Planning for Canadians Owning US Rental Property

SScott DillinghamJun 29, 2026· 6 min read

Learn how US estate tax hits Canadian owners of American rental property — and whole life strategies foreign nationals use to protect heirs from forced sales.

Mortgage & Financing

Commercial Mortgages Atlantic Canada: Halifax, Maritimes Guide

SScott DillinghamJun 27, 2026· 15 min read

Commercial mortgage rates, lenders & financing for Halifax, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI & Newfoundland. Cap rates, DSCR, LTV requirements.

Real Estate Investing 101

Winter Property Upgrades for Rental Investors

SScott DillinghamJun 25, 2026· 6 min read

Strategic winter improvements boost rental property value. Paint, energy upgrades, bathrooms, and smart locks maximize ROI during slow season.

Mortgage & Financing

When to Lock In Your Mortgage Rate: A Framework for Canadian Investors

SScott DillinghamJun 23, 2026· 14 min read

A practical framework for deciding when to lock in your mortgage rate, how to read the yield curve, and how to build a portfolio-level rate mix strategy across your investment properties.

Real Estate Investing 101

Why Your Investment Property Won't Sell: 5 Solutions

SScott DillinghamJun 21, 2026· 6 min read

Discover why your investment property isn't selling and get actionable solutions for pricing, condition, marketing, and market timing.

Mortgage & Financing

Smart Lender Selection for Real Estate Investors

SScott DillinghamJun 19, 2026· 6 min read

Strategic lender selection maximizes pre-approvals and mortgage rates for Canadian real estate investors. Learn how to close more deals.

Mortgage & Financing

RRSP Real Estate Investing: REITs, MICs & Strategies

SScott DillinghamJun 17, 2026· 9 min read

Use RRSPs for real estate investing in Canada. Learn about REITs, MICs, private mortgages, and the Home Buyers' Plan with tax advantages.

Real Estate Investing 101

When to Sell Rental Property: Canadian Investor Guide

SScott DillinghamJun 15, 2026· 9 min read

Know when to sell rental property in Canada. Learn market timing, cash flow analysis, tax planning, and exit strategies for real estate investors.