Everyone knows that investing your hard-earned dollars is a critical part of any long-term financial strategy, Canadian or otherwise. But with so many investing options to choose from, and just as many places to look for advice on who should invest where, it can be difficult to decide whether you fit the profile of a ‘typical’ investor in any given project or plan.

Canadian commercial real estate should be an appealing investment option for a number of different groups of people. In this first half of our two-part series of investor profiles, we’ll look at some of the categories of individuals who tend to invest in commercial real estate.

Young Individuals and Couples

Young people have a lot to gain from getting into commercial real estate early. It can provide a vehicle to begin building equity, which can later be used to pay for big ticket items such as your first home, sending the kids to college, or taking care of aging parents. It can also serve as a first step on the path to obtaining a great retirement fund.

Those Seeking A More Flexible Lifestyle

Recent changes in the global economy have made more individuals aware of their desire for both freedom and flexibility. With the right investments, they can live the lifestyle they want, without compromising financial goals. Commercial real estate is an excellent investment tool to accomplish this by providing ongoing passive income without the need for hands on management.

People Approaching Retirement

Retiring in the next few years? You are no doubt well aware of the need to place your savings into investment vehicles that will produce regular income to take care of ongoing living costs. Many other investments do not offer the same capital growth, safety and easy management, and by taking advantage of advanced partnership structures, you will find that you still have flexibility and much easier access to your cash, whether it is needed for daily expenses or in the case of an emergency.

Anyone Seeking Higher Returns

These days, savings and retirement accounts are regarded as safe investments that unfortunately can’t be relied upon to offer high returns. Commercial real estate is a much better choice! When you look at not only the income generated by commercial real estate, but also the equity growth and tax advantages, you will probably find it very hard to justify not getting in.

Do any of the above sound like you? Contact Howard today, risk and obligation free, by phone at 1 (866) 986-8673 or email him right now at howardm@redevgroup.ca. And keep an eye out for the second half of this blog post tomorrow!