Alternative investments are an interesting way to make your savings work and earn a return that can be higher than traditional investment options. Mortgage Investment Corporations and Real Estate Investment Trusts, among others, are part of the alternative investment family. These are often confused with each other, as they have some similarities, however, they are…
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Interest in alternative investment has been growing rapidly due to its often steadier and higher returns, in comparison to traditional investments. The industry is expected to grow by 59% by 2023; reaching $14 trillion. This is a substantial growth from $8.8 trillion at the end of 2017. Although alternative investments have been around for a…
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At Nest Capital, we look to satisfy our investors and help borrowers by lending mortgage funds. However, many people are not aware of how we do it and how we are able to provide the results to our investors. This is why we had our COO, Chris Allinson clarify some aspects about Nest Capital as…
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There are many Alternative investments and they include real estate, hedge funds, private equity, commodities and any other investments that don’t fit into the category of stocks, bonds, or cash. They are becoming increasingly popular among investors as an alternative way to get returns, generate income, and provide diversification from traditional investments. Here are some…
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A self-directed tax free savings account is an account where the decisions on what you invest in are decided by the investor. While traditional TFSA accounts are widely used in Canada, self-directed TFSA offer unique benefits you may not know of yet. These two investment options are different from each other. Similar to a self-directed…
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Not only can RRSPs be basic, but they can also be self-directed. This term may seem straightforward, but what does a self-directed RRSP cover? What is a Self-Directed RRSP? This type of RRSP account gives the owner a lot more freedom over which assets are included within the retirement account itself. This type of account…
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Investors can now invest with Nest Capital by using Fundscraper. Nest Capital has partnered with Fundscraper Capital Inc. as the exempt market securities dealer for its investors. By working with Fundscraper, we are able to maximize our efficiency and provide the best practices to our investors. Fundscraper makes real estate investing easy. Requiring a minimum…
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Nest Capital specializes in residential second mortgages across Ontario. We do not invest in commercial nor development mortgages. All mortgages are sourced by our network of registered mortgage brokers and agents, supported by appraisals from accredited appraisers and complete with credit and applicant reports. Once vetted by our credit review department they are further reviewed…
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There is no difference between choosing an investment advisor and financial officer for you as well as for your family. To find out someone you can work for years to years, you need to use a disciplined procedure and follow some steps as required. Finding and selecting the best one or firm take some more…
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By choosing a DRIP, you can potentially receive benefits from the investment. The most important step when choosing DRIPs is to pick a strategy that works for you. What is a Dividend Reinvestment Plan? (DRIP) A DRIP is a program that allows an investor to reinvest their dividends. When considering this and a Mortgage Investment…
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