These REITs have focused growth plans

The market plunge at the start of the COVID-19 crisis lowered the unit price of most REITs. That’s because the pandemic forced many businesses—and REIT tenants—to temporarily close. However, the pandemic has waned, and rental markets are recovering. That will let these two REITs maintain,… Read More

Your top income picks for 2023

For 2023, we’ve selected Canadian Tire, Procter & Gamble and Choice Properties REIT as our top three picks for dividend investors.
All three are in a strong position to maintain or increase their dividends, even if the economy slows this year. They are also making new… Read More

Both are thriving in post-pandemic markets

Loblaw is ready to thrive in a post-COVID-19 environment. Many of its customers who opted for home delivery (or in-store pickup) during pandemic lockdowns are sticking with that value-added service. The company’s improvements to its loyalty programs should also drive additional spending per visit, both… Read More

New projects enhance their appeal and cash flow

These two retail-focused REITs continue to benefit as shoppers return to their mall and other retail properties. Longer term, both REITs should also gain as they build more mixed-use properties with residential units.
CHOICE PROPERTIES REIT $14 is a buy. Canada’s biggest REIT (Toronto symbol CHP.UN; Cyclical-Growth Payer… Read More

High-quality properties support their payouts

These two REITs have held their distributions steady for the last several years. Going forward, dependable rental payments from their high-quality tenants and properties should continue to support their current payout levels.
CHOICE PROPERTIES REIT $13 is a buy. Canada’s biggest REIT (Toronto symbol CHP.UN; Cyclical-Growth Payer Portfolio;… Read More