Over 60% of Canadian rental property owners don’t fully grasp how federal tax laws affect their ability to offset income with property-related losses. Since 1986, IRS Section 469 has shaped how landlords manage deductions tied to depreciation and operational costs—a system that directly impacts Calgary’s thriving real estate market. These regulations categorize earnings and expenses as either...

Over 60% of Canadian investors underestimated the impact of rising interest rates on their property portfolios last year. The Bank of Canada’s rate hikes since 2022 have reshaped the market, ending the era of low-cost borrowing that defined the 2020-2021 housing surge. Today’s environment demands sharper strategies for assessing value and growth potential. Calgary’s market reflects this shift....

72% of Canadian homebuyers rely on licensed professionals to secure financing for their property purchases. This surprising statistic highlights the growing role of intermediaries in navigating today’s competitive real estate markets. Unlike traditional bank lenders, these specialists connect borrowers with tailored solutions from multiple institutions. Licensed professionals at Mark Verzyl Real Estate...