Investment Strategy
Every acquisition modelled. Every exit planned. No number taken at face value.
Real estate in Montreal delivers solid returns — provided you select the right property, at the right price, in the right neighbourhood. Jeremy builds the analysis before the signature.
Cap rates
Jeremy calculates the net cap rate for every acquisition target and benchmarks it against sub-market averages. An attractive cap rate today can mask imminent capital expenditures — the analysis goes deeper than the surface figure.
Cash flow
Month-by-month cash flow projection after debt service: rental income, anticipated vacancy rate, property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and reserves. Jeremy delivers a detailed spreadsheet before any offer.
Exit strategy
Every acquisition is evaluated with three exit strategies: resale after value-add, refinancing to release equity, or long-term hold for cash flow. Exit timing is modelled from day one.
Neighbourhood trajectory
Entering a transitioning neighbourhood five years too early can be as costly as five years too late. Jeremy analyses construction permits, demographic data, new REM stations, and commercial activity to time the entry.
Supplementary market data
Entry prices significantly below Toronto and Vancouver — with comparable rental demand fundamentals.
Population growth sustained by federal immigration targets, university expansion, and a growing technology workforce.
REM expansion transforming accessibility of entire neighbourhoods — creating entry opportunities before prices adjust.
Diversified economy: technology, AI, life sciences, aerospace, finance. Less cyclical volatility than single-industry-dominant markets.
First-time investor
Duplex, triplex, or investment condo in a stable neighbourhood. Target: neutral to positive cash flow in year 1, appreciation over 5–7 years. Jeremy identifies undervalued properties with immediate rental potential.
Portfolio investor
Strategic acquisition to complement an existing portfolio. Diversification by type (residential / commercial / industrial), tax optimisation via corporate structure, and HELOC lines to finance future acquisitions.
What is a good cap rate in Montreal?
Rates vary by type and location: 4–5.5% for prime office/retail, 5–7% for industrial, 3–5% for residential multi-family. Jeremy analyses every transaction in its specific market context.
Is Montreal a good city for real estate investment?
Yes. Montreal offers lower entry prices than Toronto and Vancouver, sustained population growth driven by immigration, transit network expansion (REM), and a diversified economy anchored in technology, AI, and life sciences.
Where do I start as a first-time investor?
Start with a duplex or triplex in a transitioning neighbourhood — Verdun, Villeray, east Rosemont. Jeremy models cash flow, required down payment, and appreciation potential before any offer is made.
Share your investment criteria. Jeremy models the scenarios and presents acquisitions that qualify — with the numbers to back it up.