If you're thinking about converting to a REIT, or have already established a REIT and need further guidance for managing, maintaining and growing your business, Deloitte can help. As Canada's largest professional services firm with a significant share of the REIT marketplace, our experienced senior client service team brings:

• Deep technical accounting, internal control, and tax experience combined with an exceptional understanding of the real estate industry
• Pre-eminent qualifications regarding securities-related issues; and
• A proven track record of responsive quality service, focused on providing sound business advice with common sense solutions

A wealth of solutions
Deloitte is a highly valued provider of professional services to the real estate market, both public and private. Our dedicated professionals collaborate as a worldwide team to deliver the solutions you need.

• Deloitte's Real Estate sector group pioneered the creation of the Canadian REIT in 1993 and its evolution since that time
• We were instrumental in the creation of one of the first open-ended mutual funds, and in the conversion of three of the four open-ended to closed-end mutual funds
• We developed the structure to allow a closed-end mutual fund to operate as a commercial REIT
• Deloitte was a key player in structuring the first Canadian REIT able to invest 100% of its funds in U.S. commercial real estate
• We have taken 13 REITs through the IPO process and numerous subsequent equity and debt public offerings
• We are proud to audit 9 of the REITs currently listed on the TSX
• We provide advisory services to 14 REITs, including pre-formation considerations, tax planning and related matters, accounting issues, regulatory compliance, CEO/CFO certification readiness, public offering planning and support, governance and management structures

The bottom line
Our real estate practice offers a global network of consulting, finance, tax and risk specialists with an unrivaled depth of experience and a successful record of working with all sizes of real estate entities. We are industry innovators who can assist with both the structural and business aspects of converting to and managing a successful REIT.

To find out how we can leverage our extensive REIT and real estate industry knowledge to deliver realizable value for you, contact a Deloitte professional. We'll review your options, discuss the advantages and disadvantages in establishing and maintaining a REIT, and ensure your business is poised to thrive as a successful REIT for years to come.