Monthly Newsletter: 02/25
Welcome to the Second Issue of The Blueprint!
This newsletter is where I’ll share real updates—on my personal journey, how ZA Suites is evolving, and what’s happening in the market that could impact your investments. Expect insights on zoning changes, government regulations, financing trends, and behind-the-scenes looks at the projects I’m involved in with my clients.
Now, let’s get into it.
We’re Licensed! – Time to Level Up
Big news—ZA Suites is now officially licensed to prepare plumbing drawings!
I get it, for most people, this might not sound like a big deal. But for real estate investors adding rental units to their properties, this is huge.
Recently, cities have been demanding more to obtain building permits. More documentation, more licensing, and more details than ever before. And now, for any building with 3 or more units, plumbing drawings are a mandatory part of the permit process. That’s where we come in.
By keeping plumbing drawings in-house, we’ve eliminated a major bottleneck in our workflow. The result?
✔ Faster permit approvals—no waiting on external consultants.
✔ Lower costs for investors—we pass those savings on to you.
So, whether you're building a garden suite or adding a 3rd, 4th, or even 5th, we just made the process quicker and cheaper. That’s a steal.
My Next Personal Project—And What You Need to Know
On March 1st, I close on my next deal: a 2,800 sq.ft. single-family home that I’m converting into a triplex, with plans to add a fourth unit down the line.
For investors looking to maximize value, conversions like this are a game-changer—but they come with challenges. From zoning and layout efficiency to construction costs and financing, I’ll be sharing real insights on how to execute a conversion profitably.
If you’re considering turning a single-family home into a multi-unit rental, this is the type of project you need to study. I’ll break down why this deal works, what to look for, and how to find similar properties.
Love Is In The Air – Big Wins & Big Laughs
February wasn’t all business, though. I took some time off—partly to get our new design license and partly to spend time with loved ones.
For Valentine’s Day, my girlfriend and I went to Aera, a steakhouse & sushi spot in Toronto’s new outdoor mall, The Well. While the food was fantastic, and the views were even better, I’d highly recommend not going to an outdoor mall in the middle of a snow storm…
We also traveled to go skiing this month. And with the winter storms and Pearson Airport experiencing major delays, let’s just say traveling was not an easy process. However, still easier than teaching my girlfriend how to ski, so I count that as a win.
That pretty much wrapped up February for us. What about you? Got any wins (or travel disasters) to share? Hit reply—I’d love to hear about them."
Joseph Costanza | ZA Suites
