Notes for Investors
Plain talk on buying rental buildings
Short, practical guides from Tory Akene on income statements, due diligence, and buying in downtown Hamilton.
October 28, 2026
The Bank of Canada raised its rate to 2.5%. Here is what that means for you
The Bank of Canada raised its policy rate by 25 basis points to 2.5% on October 28, 2026, the first increase since July 2023. What it means for buyers and sellers, in plain language.
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October 19, 2026
What the October 28 announcement means for Hamilton buyers
The Bank of Canada's next rate decision is Wednesday, October 28 at 9:45 AM ET. What it means for Hamilton buyers, and why being ready beats timing the announcement.
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October 15, 2026
Why buy before winter: the case for acting now
Fewer competing buyers, motivated sellers, and rates more likely to rise than fall. Tory Akene makes a warm, practical case for acting this fall and early winter.
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October 14, 2026
September market update: what the numbers really mean
Sales, listings, prices, and inventory across the GTA, and what the September numbers actually mean for buyers, sellers, and homeowners. A plain-language read of the market update.
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October 8, 2026
How to read a multi-unit income statement
Gross rent, vacancy, operating expenses, net operating income, cap rate. A plain-language tour of the ledger that matters to an investor, using 158 Hunter St E as a worked example.
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October 8, 2026
Zoning, permits, and occupancy: what to verify before buying a multi-unit
A single-family-zoned property with four units works today, but the paperwork matters. Here is the due-diligence checklist for 158 Hunter St E.
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October 8, 2026
A buyer’s checklist for downtown Hamilton investments
Transit, schools, character, and verified numbers: what to weigh when you are looking at a rental building in Hamilton’s downtown core.
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The full income and expense ledger for 158 Hunter St E is on the investment page, with calculators to run your own scenarios.
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