9% Yields: Why Private Mortgage Funds Shine

In Canada’s current investment landscape, private mortgage funds offer a 9% yield, outperforming fixed-income options. These funds pool investor capital to provide loans to borrowers who don’t qualify for bank financing....

Can AI help investors forecast real estate trends?

Pension funds require improved data on rental trends, and experts suggest AI could be the solution. With rising rents ensuring reliable cash flow, institutional investors face challenges due to insufficient government support and low vacancy rates. AI can enhance rent forecasting, offering better predictions than traditional models. Experts warn that without policy changes, rents will continue to...

Tiny Home program grads ready to tackle N.S. housing shortage

Graduates of the Tiny Home Construction Fundamentals Program in Wolfville are poised to address Nova Scotia's housing shortage. This 10-week program, funded by the province, equips participants with hands-on construction skills and industry-recognized credentials, along with high school and micro-credential credits. The second cohort built a net-zero ready tiny home, emphasizing sustainability and...

Essential Tax Tips for the 2025 Filing Season

The filing deadline is April 30, with a June 16 deadline for self-employed individuals. Payments are due by April 30.Faster CRA account access, live chat support, and simplified sign-in across multiple CRA platforms enhance tax-filing convenience....

Top Ways to Protect Your Home From Water Damage

Rainwater harvesting barrels collect excess water, reducing runoff, and can be reused for plants or car cleaning. Rain gardens capture water from torrential downpours, reducing flood risks and supporting local landscaping with eco-friendly plants....

Happy Easter

Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.However, according to many theologians, Easter originally began before the arrival of Christianity.It is believed that Easter is named after the Anglo-Saxon goddess of the dawn and spring, known as Eostre.Examples of Easter traditions include Easter eggs and related...

Nova Scotia invests $10 million to address construction labour shortage

Nova Scotia is investing $10 million to boost the construction workforce, aiming to train at least 200 new apprentices. The initiative includes establishing the Cape Breton Trades Exhibition Centre, enhancing trades education with interactive learning facilities. The province is expanding direct-entry apprenticeship programs and creating new pathways for underemployed individuals, veterans, and new...