Most Ontario investors aim for duplexes, triplexes, or fourplexes. But the biggest jump in long-term wealth and financing power comes when you cross into five units or more. This blog explains why 5-plex conversions make more financial sense — and why REIs should stop thinking of properties as “houses” and start thinking in square footage and income potential. 5+ Units Unlock Commercial Financing Once your building hits five units, lenders treat it as a commercial income as

Bill 60 is one of the most important regulatory changes Ontario REIs have seen in years. It impacts: LTB processes Planning timelines Renovation strategies Multiplex conversions Building repositioning This blog breaks down what changed — in simple REI language — and how Rojas Empire helps investors take advantage of the new environment. Faster LTB Processes = Less Renovation Risk Before Bill 60, long LTB timelines discouraged REIs from renovating, repositioning, or adding u

If you invest in Ontario real estate long enough, you’ll eventually hear the phrase “ Order to Comply. ” For many new and even experienced REIs, receiving one creates stress, confusion, and fear about fines, insurance, tenants, and cashflow. This blog breaks down what an Order to Comply actually is, why they happen, and how Rojas Empire of Design helps Ontario investors close them quickly and cleanly. What Is an Order to Comply? An Order to Comply (OTC) is a formal notice is

REI VALUE ADD SUCCESS  STORY 003 Hey there! You are NOW reading this week’s “Success Story” We’ll be sharing; Existing Condition (As-Is) Our Plans to Add Value Permits, Process & Pain Points WELLAND, ONTARIO Existing Condition (As-Is) EXISTING 12plex, Mixed 1 and 2 bedroom units on all floors, including the basement! There’s no storage, no locker, no laundry rooms to utilize for additional units, so WHAT DO WE DO? Our Plans to Add Value With NO additional sqft to work with, w

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2 Unit Conversions – Key Design Triggers to Watch ‘‘Dreaming of splitting your home into a cash flowing assets ?’’ Converting to two...

Ontario's Proposed Building Act - What REIs Need to Know The Ontario government has just introduced a new bill (not yet passed) that...

Here are the Top 5 Things You Need to Know about triplex conversions in Ontario: 1. Ceiling Height Requirements Changed: All 3 units must...

Converting a COMMERCIAL into RESIDENTIAL? Here’s where these projects commonly stall in Ontario: Zoning & Change-of-Use: Make sure your...

Converting a Church? What the City Will Flag Repurposing a church into apartments? Here's what city staff will look for — and how to stay...

Fourplex + Garden Suite: Can You Build 5 Units on 1 Lot? Double the units, double the fun? Combining a fourplex with a garden suite...

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REI VALUE ADD SUCCESS  STORY 001🎉  Hey there! This will be the start of our “Success Story Series” Where we’ll be sharing one of our REI...

Was first approved back in November 2022 and in-effect throughout the province, starting January 1, 2023. However, even though it's been...