June Lam [Investment Focused Realtor] - THE DOOR TO GENERATIONAL WEALTH: COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT

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Through my experience, I've come to realize that investing in multi-family homes is more cost-effective per unit compared to single-family homes. Additionally, multi-family properties generate higher income streams because instead of owning just one house or condo in a building, you now have multiple units — four, five, eight, or even more — all within one property. While the idea of owning an entire building may seem far- fetched, it is indeed achievable. From an economic perspective, investing in multi-family properties proves to be significantly more cost-efficient. Moreover, when considering supply and demand dynamics, the demand for such properties is notably higher. As evidenced by recent data from the Government of Canada's website, on November 1, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced details regarding the Government of Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2024-2026. According to the plan, Canada is set to welcome 485,000 new permanent residents in 2024, followed by 500,000 in 2025, and maintaining this level at 500,000 in 2026. The last and the most powerful aspect of real estate investing is LEVERAGING. Here are the reasons: • Leveraging in real estate involves using borrowed funds, typically mortgages, to amplify potential investment returns. • It allows investors to acquire properties with a fraction of their own capital, increasing purchasing power and diversifying portfolios. • Leveraging magnifies returns through property appreciation, as the increase in value benefits the investor's equity, which is leveraged against the initial

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