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The Struggle for Renters in B.C. and the Case for Shared Equity
There are over 660,000 renter households in B.C., making up a full third of the population. This volume means finding affordable, stable housing as a renter can seem like an almost insurmountable challenge. Despite the provincial government's significant investments...
A Look at Securitization and Homeownership
When banks entered the mortgage lending market in the 1970s, driven by the advent of securitization, homeownership rates were significantly improved. But what exactly is securitization? In simple terms, securitization is a process where banks bundle a group of...
Victoria’s Adam Gant on the Rise of Renting in Canada
In recent years, the dream of homeownership in Canada has undergone a significant transformation. The traditional expectations of owning a suburban house, a rural cottage, or a downtown condo as you enter the prime of your career are being reevaluated as more...
Unlocking Homeownership: The Potential of Shared Equity in Canada
Canada is grappling with a housing affordability crisis that threatens the dreams of homeownership for many, particularly the younger generation. The latest report from Statistics Canada paints a grim picture, highlighting the intensifying barriers to key financial...
Adam Gant Speaks to CTV Morning on Shared Equity Housing
CTV Morning Live learns about the shared equity housing model with Chartered Financial Analyst and Real Estate Advisor, Adam Gant!
Virtual Reality to Real Estate: Gen Z Tunes In to Home Ownership
They were barely out of their tweens when Generation Z had already achieved a reputation as cultural disruptors.They’ve dispensed with periods and capital letters in texts. They’re redefined pajama bottoms as pants. They’re easily bored by cars, cursive and...