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🏗️ Equiton Developments Today, more investors can take advantage of the great opportunities private real estate offers.

There was a time when private real estate investments were only available to a select few high-net-worth individuals. With Equiton, investors can capitalize on investments that have the potential to add diversification to their portfolio. Our experienced leadership team knows how to find and build wealth in real estate and has a record of exceptional results. We’ve made investing in private real estate more accessible. And we’re just getting started. Equiton takes a simple and straightforward approach to investing in real estate, directing investments in commercial and residential properties and building up their value by leveraging opportunities for improvement or redevelopment. Management’s hands-on approach and deep industry knowledge ensure your investments are expertly managed. For important information and disclaimers, please visit https://www.equiton.com/disclaimers/

Buying slowed. Leasing picked up. What’s behind the split? 

This week’s Markets in Minutes looks at higher US mortgage ...
10/14/2026

Buying slowed. Leasing picked up. What’s behind the split? 

This week’s Markets in Minutes looks at higher US mortgage rates, apartment demand catching up to supply, cautious GTA buyers and improving Canadian commercial leasing. 

Looking beyond the headlines means asking where these changes are happening—and what’s driving them. 

Swipe for four stories worth understanding. 

General information only; not investment or tax advice.

The average US 30-year fixed mortgage rate reached 7.40%, up from the previous week. 

Why it matters: Higher borrowing costs can put purchases on hold and keep households renting longer. 

Source: Freddie Mac 

RealPage estimates 304,800 apartments were absorbed over the year ending Q3, compared with 318,000 completed. 

Why it matters: The gap is narrowing, but markets with lots of new apartments still face pressure on rents. 

Source: RealPage

September home sales fell 9% year over year, while benchmark prices declined 4.7%. 

Why it matters: Softer prices haven’t brought buyers back in force. Confidence and affordability still shape the decision to move. 

Source: TRREB

Occupied office space grew by 2 million sq. ft. in Q3. Industrial space grew by 10.3 million sq. ft. 

Why it matters: Leasing improved, but the details count: office demand favoured premium buildings, while industrial tenants largely took existing space. 

Source: CBRE Canada — Office & CBRE Canada — Industrial

10/07/2026

When people think about adding value, they often think big.

But some of the most impactful improvements are surprisingly simple.

Fresh paint. Better lighting. A welcoming entrance.

Small changes can transform how a property feels without requiring a major renovation.

The best improvements aren’t always the biggest ones. They’re often the ones people notice every day.

A Day in the Life | Davis Fowler, Asset ManagerBehind every property is a team working to create long-term value.As Asse...
10/06/2026

A Day in the Life | Davis Fowler, Asset Manager

Behind every property is a team working to create long-term value.

As Asset Manager, Davis works across the portfolio to monitor performance, identify opportunities and support strategies that help drive value across Equiton’s real estate investments.

Davis’s role takes him beyond the office, from collaborating with teams across the business to visiting properties and seeing progress firsthand. His work brings together strategy, analysis and problem-solving to support the ongoing performance of Equiton’s portfolio.

At Equiton, we believe strong results start with strong teams. Our people bring different perspectives and experiences to the table, working together to make thoughtful decisions and create lasting value.

Which role would you like a glimpse into next?

What’s happening in housing today, and what could shape it next? Canada’s housing supply gap remains large, US apartment...
10/05/2026

What’s happening in housing today, and what could shape it next?

Canada’s housing supply gap remains large, US apartment rents were essentially flat, and developers face difficult building conditions despite improving optimism. Meanwhile, Canadian real estate investment picked up, particularly in multifamily.

Together, these headlines show why both current conditions and future construction matter.

Swipe for this week’s Markets in Minutes.

General information only; not investment or tax advice.

CMHC estimates Canada needs 417,000–469,000 new housing starts each year to restore pre-pandemic affordability by 2036.

Meanwhile, condo and other ownership-focused construction is weakening in key markets.

Why it matters: Slower construction today can limit housing choices years from now.

Source: CMHC

The average U.S. apartment rent was essentially flat at $1,752 in September, with annual growth improving to 1.5%.

But 35 of the 50 largest markets recorded monthly declines.

Why it matters: A national average can hide big differences in local supply and demand.

Source: CoStar Group

In NMHC’s September survey, 67% of respondents said starting a new apartment building is currently not economically feasible.

Yet nearly half expected conditions to improve within the next 6–12 months.

Why it matters: Optimism is improving, but future rental supply depends on projects actually moving forward.

Source: National Multifamily Housing Council

Canadian commercial real estate investment reached $24.1 billion in the first half of 2026, up 19% from a year earlier, excluding Alberta markets.

Multifamily investment rose 67%, with activity concentrated in eastern markets and higher-quality properties.

Why it matters: Investment is growing, but the recovery is concentrated rather than widespread.

Source: Altus Group

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10/01/2026

What if the dishwasher breaking wasn’t your problem?

There’s more than one way to invest in real estate.

With pooled real estate investments, you invest alongside others while a professional team acquires and manages a portfolio of properties.

Less time worrying about the dishwasher. A different approach to real estate investing.

Discover how real estate investing can work for you.

Canadian housing data this week showed a balanced but low-volume resale market, moderating starts, and softer national a...
09/30/2026

Canadian housing data this week showed a balanced but low-volume resale market, moderating starts, and softer national asking rents. Tariffs introduced a new layer of cost and uncertainty for construction, while commercial real estate investment recovered selectively.

General information only; not investment or tax advice.

August home sales fell 0.7% from July and were 6.9% below August 2025. New listings rose 3.3%, while 4.8 months of inventory and a 49.1% sales-to-new-listings ratio remained within CREA’s balanced-market range.

Source: CREA

CMHC’s six-month trend fell 1.3% in August to an annualized 244,149 units. January–August starts were down 4% from the same period in 2025; CMHC says the current pace is elevated compared with recent years but should moderate toward year-end.

Source: CMHC

CMHC estimates Canada needs 417,000–469,000 annual starts by 2036 to restore pre-pandemic affordability, compared with a business-as-usual pace of about 231,000. Recent supply has been increasingly rental-led, while ownership-oriented construction has weakened.

Source: CMHC Housing Supply Report

Statistics Canada reported that 23.2% of Canadian households spent at least 30% of before-tax income on shelter in 2024, up from 22.0% in 2022. Among homeowners with mortgages, 36.2% reported financial difficulty from higher mortgage payments. These are 2024 survey results, not a current 2026 affordability reading.

Source: Statistics Canada

Finance Canada says 15%, 25%, and 50% counter-tariffs on $27.6 billion of US-origin goods took effect on September 8, including affected steel and appliance categories. RESCON estimates additional costs for some Ontario homes and mid-rise units, but those are preliminary industry estimates, not government forecasts.

Sources: Finance Canada; RESCON/Construction Canada

Average Canadian asking rent was $2,035 in August, down 4.8% year over year. Rentals.ca and Urbanation say new supply and slower population growth are the main current drivers; tariff effects may take time to reach jobs, household formation, and construction.

Source: Rentals.ca/Urbanation

Canadian commercial real estate investment reached $24.1 billion in the fi

09/25/2026

Weekends were made for plans.

Not plumbing problems.

There are different ways to gain exposure to real estate. Some involve owning and managing property directly. Others have different structures and responsibilities.

Understanding those differences can be an important part of evaluating your options.

When you picture slowing down, how many years away is it?Maybe it's 10 years.Maybe it's 20.Maybe you don't have a number...
09/23/2026

When you picture slowing down, how many years away is it?

Maybe it's 10 years.

Maybe it's 20.

Maybe you don't have a number at all, you just know you want more time, more flexibility and fewer things competing for your attention.

Whatever that future looks like, it doesn't have to feel so far away.

The financial decisions you make today can help you build toward the choices you want to have tomorrow.

You don't have to wait until you're ready to slow down to start planning for it..

09/22/2026

Real estate investing can sound pretty straightforward... until you start asking questions.

How much do you need to get started?
Who manages the property?
And what if you don’t actually want to be a landlord?

There are different ways to invest in real estate, including private real estate investing.

Sometimes, the best place to start is with a question.

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