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The Benefits of Real Estate as an Income-Generating Investment
Renowned broadcaster Alan Cross sits down with Aurelio Baglione, CEO of Virtus Capital Corporation, to discuss how investors are rethinking cash flow and long-term planning.
In this episode:
• Income-generating assets vs. assets you sell
• Why cash flow is becoming a portfolio priority
• The role of real estate alongside traditional investments
• Key considerations for long-term strategy
Practical insights for investors at any stage.
Beyond the Exchange Podcast with Benjamin Sinclair
Josh Will, President of Virtus Diversified Real Estate Investment Trust, joins Benjamin Sinclair on the Beyond the Exchange podcast to share a candid, ground-level perspective on investing in private real estate across Canada and the U.S.
From navigating the 2007–2009 financial crisis to uncovering opportunities in today’s higher-rate, liquidity-constrained market, Josh walks through how he approaches underwriting, due diligence, and cash-flow-focused investing—offering practical insights for advisors and investors looking to position for the next cycle.
VIRTUS Diversified REIT Announces Strategic Multi-Unit Acquisition in High-Growth Riverview, NB
TORONTO, Feb 10, 2026 (FINANCIAL POST) — Virtus Capital Corporation, the asset manager of Virtus Diversified REIT (VREIT), is pleased to announce the strategic acquisition of a multi-unit residential property located at 7 Point Park Drive in Riverview, New Brunswick. The purchase was finalized for a price of $10,150,000.
How a Cash-Flow-First Strategy Stood up to a Tough Real Estate Market
Josh Will, President of Virtus Diversified REIT, shares how a disciplined, cash-flow-first approach helped his team outperform during a tough market—favoring steady income, secondary markets, and conservative pricing over speculative growth.
Virtus Diversified REIT Expands Northern Ontario Portfolio with Acquisition of Pearl Street Apartments
TORONTO, Jan. 26, 2026 (FINANCIAL POST) – Virtus Capital Corporation, the asset manager for Virtus Diversified REIT (VREIT), is pleased to announce the strategic acquisition of a multi-family residential property located at 38-52 Pearl Street in Sudbury, Ontario. Purchased for $3.3 million, the acquisition strengthens the REIT’s presence in the Sudbury market and aligns with its objective of securing income-producing assets in established urban centers.
VIRTUS Diversified REIT Announces Strategic Sale of RVilla Caledonia Residence
TORONTO, Oct 06, 2025 (FINANCIAL POST) — Virtus Capital Corporation, the asset manager of Virtus Diversified REIT (VREIT), is pleased to announce the strategic disposition of its RVilla Caledonia Residence property, a retirement home located at 339 Argyle St S, Caledonia, Ontario. The sale was finalized as of September 2025, for a purchase price of $6,125,000.00.
Josh Will featured on "Make Better Wealth Decisions" with John De Goey
Josh dives in to 20+ years of lessons on private real estate investing, from decision-making frameworks to navigating inflation, tariffs, and cross-border opportunities.
A Real Estate Dip
TORONTO, Aug 22, 2025 (INVESTMENT EXECUTIVE) –
Joshua Will has pulled off the side of the road to talk with me about real estate. He’s in the heart of rural southern Ontario, on his way to visit a property in one of the secondary markets that his real estate investment trust (REIT) favours. The president of Woodbridge, Ont.-based Virtus Capital Corporation and executive vice-president of capital markets for Virtus Diversified REIT is confident about the sector, but site visits are never a bad idea.
Virtus Hires First Sales Head Amid March to $250M in AUM
31 Jul 2025 | Toronto | GREEN STREET NEWS — Virtus Capital Corp. has expanded its executive team with the hire of Alexander Steele as its first national sales head, Green Street News can reveal. Steele, an investment and capital-raising veteran, assumed the newly created role on July 1. He is responsible for driving the growth of Virtus Diversified REIT – which Virtus manages –
and expanding its investor base.
Virtus Announces Appointment of Alexander Steele
TORONTO, Jul 31, 2025 (THE GLOBE AND MAIL) — As the Head of National Sales, Mr. Steele will be responsible for driving the growth of Virtus Diversified REIT. He leads distribution through the national network of CIRO-regulated investment dealers, further strengthening the REIT’s commitment to expanding its investor base and enhancing its market presence.
Virtus Diversified REIT Capitalizes on Market Dislocation with Opportunistic Investment Strategy
TORONTO, Jul 22, 2025 (KEY CREW JOURNAL) –
The Canadian real estate investment landscape is experiencing significant shifts as interest rate pressures and overleveraged portfolios create opportunities for nimble investors. Virtus Diversified REIT, under the leadership of President Josh Will, has positioned itself to capitalize on these market dislocations…
Q+A: Virtus' Josh Will has his eyes set on a $250m portfolio – and soon
The REIT, which looks outside primary markets, has several acquisitions in the pipeline.
Green Street News spoke with Virtus president Josh Will about finding the REIT’s footing, executing its investment thesis and hitting a quarter-billion-dollar portfolio by yearend.
Sudbury Apartment Acquisition Closes at 6.2% Cap Rate
18 Jun 2025 | Toronto | GREEN STREET NEWS — Virtus Diversified REIT’s purchase of an apartment building in Sudbury, Ont., will generate a capitalization rate of 6.2%, Green Street News can reveal.
Virtus Diversified REIT Announces Acquisition in Sudbury
TORONTO, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Capital Corporation, the asset manager of Virtus Diversified REIT (VREIT) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Nickel District Apartments, a 114-unit apartment building located in Sudbury, Ontario. This strategic move significantly enhances the multi-family residential segment of the REIT’s portfolio and reinforces its commitment to quality diversified real estate investments.
Virtus Diversified REIT Announces Lease Renewal with Crown Corporation at Timmins, Ontario Property
TORONTO, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Capital Corporation, the asset manager of Virtus Diversified REIT is pleased to announce a lease renewal from the sole tenant, a federal government owned Crown Corporation, at the commercial property located in Timmins, Ontario. The renewed lease extends the tenancy agreement through January 31, 2030, ensuring continued occupancy and revenue stability for this key asset in our portfolio.
Virtus Diversified REIT Announces NAV Increase and Signals Robust Growth Outlook
TORONTO, Feb. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Capital Corporation, the asset manager of Virtus Diversified REIT (VREIT) is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its continued positive financial performance with a significant increase in Net Asset Value Per Unit (NAVPU).
Virtus Diversified REIT Announces Pending Acquisition of Multi-Residential Apartment Building in Parry Sound, Ontario
TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Diversified Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is excited to announce its pending acquisition of a modern multi-residential apartment building located in the scenic town of Parry Sound.
Virtus Diversified REIT Announces Acquisition of Free-Standing Walmart Property
TORONTO, May 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Virtus Capital Corporation, the asset manager of Virtus Diversified REIT is proud to announce its latest strategic move in expanding its portfolio with the acquisition of a free-standing Walmart tenanted property located in Flin Flon, Manitoba. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Virtus Diversified REIT as it continues to strengthen its retail presence with reliable anchor tenants in strong markets across Canada.
Virtus Diversified REIT Celebrates Significant Increase in Net Asset Value
TORONTO, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Diversified Real Estate Investment Trust (VREIT) proudly announces a remarkable achievement in its financial performance: “Since inception, we have delivered consistent distributions of $0.75 per unit for our clients. Further to this milestone, we are happy to report a substantial increase in Net Asset Value Per Unit (NAVPU),” says Josh Will, EVP of VREIT
Virtus Diversified REIT Adds Additional Retirement Residence in Guelph Ontario
TORONTO, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Diversified Real Estate Investment Trust (VREIT) has announced the successful acquisition of Heritage House, a premier senior living community located at 2113 Gordon Street in Guelph, Ontario.
Virtus Diversified REIT Seeks to Raise $50,000,000 through New Retail Offering
TORONTO, Ontario, July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Diversified Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is pleased to announce the release of FundServ codes AXC440, AXC441, AXC442, AXC443, and AXC444, for institutional and retail clients.
Virtus Diversified Real Estate Investment Trust Acquires First U.S. Based Holding
WOODBRIDGE, Ontario, Oct. 26, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Diversified Real Estate Investment Trust is pleased to announce the acquisition of its first U.S. based holding.
Virtus Diversified REIT Announces Significant Acquisition in Timmins, Ontario
TORONTO, Oct. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtus Diversified Real Estate Investment Trust (VDREIT) is pleased to announce the acquisition of 179 3rd Avenue
Market Updates
No shortage of opportunities in Canadian real estate
Steve Marino of GWL Realty Advisors says a return to economic stability will unlock capital across a multitude of asset classes
5-Star Wholesalers 2022
If there’s anything the past two years have taught us, it’s that professionals can stand on the front lines and yet still operate in the background – and wholesalers are a perfect case in point.
The pandemic housing boom is winding down. Economists forecast a 10-20% price correction
Economists are predicting that Canadian home prices will fall as much as 20 per cent this year as higher interest rates begin to hit the country’s booming real estate market.
Mortgage rates are expected to climb again as
Mutual fund investors sell low once again as markets tank
It’s another sad twist on the “buy low, sell high” investment creed: stock markets fall into a correction (or worse) and nervous investors hit the sell button.
Canadian investors pulled nearly $5 billion from mutual funds last month, according to the latest tally from
Advisors ‘should consider alternative’ investments regardless of what happens in the stock markets
The recent stock market downturn has advisors revisiting strategies that could protect investors from losing a chunk of their portfolios’ value. For some, the answer is alternative investments such as private equity and debt, real estate and infrastructure.
Institutional investors have invested in alternatives for decades, but they
The Case for Alternative Investments
We may be turning a corner on the pandemic, but our lives are far from “back to normal.” Amidst high inflation, interest rate hikes and volatile equity markets – especially in response to the situation in Ukraine – a sense of stability remains precarious.
Enter alternative investments. Though they’ve been around for a while, we’re witnessing a rise in alternative investment allocations to portfolios far and wide, a testament to their capacity for diversification and protection from volatility.
REITs are quite well positioned to deal with these rising rates: Marc-André Flageole
Marc-André Flageole, global portfolio manager and head of investments at Presima, joins BNN Bloomberg to discuss outlook for the REIT market.
Ontario Teachers’ returns 11.1% for 2021, led by private equity investments
The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan investments returned 11.1 per cent in 2021, with its result driven by the strong performance of its private equity portfolio.
REITs are quite well positioned to deal with these rising rates: Marc-André Flageole
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