Building on its success in Ontario, The Home Equity Partners will use the investment to bring its Home Equity Sharing Agreement to homeowners nationwide.

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#TheHEQPartners—The Home Equity Partners, a Canadian financial solutions company that helps homeowners gain greater access to their home equity, announces a strategic financial investment from The Myriad Group, a Canadian real estate company with a long-standing commitment to quality and stability. This partnership will strengthen The Home Equity Partners’ ability to scale its Home Equity Sharing Agreement (HESA) nationwide, providing more Canadians with access to their home’s value, without taking on additional debt or monthly payments.

As part of this investment, Kyle Goldenberg, Vice President, Finance & Operations at the Myriad Group, will join The Home Equity Partners’ Advisory Board, contributing practical experience as a long-term owner and operator of residential and commercial properties.

“Canadians are house rich and cash poor, with many unable to keep up with mortgage payments. We are on a mission to solve that,” said Shael Weinreb, Founder & CEO of The Home Equity Partners. “The Myriad Group has a long-standing legacy in real estate, and its continued commitment to innovation makes it the perfect partner for what we’re building. We are thrilled to have Kyle Goldenberg join the advisory board as we continue to expand and serve Canadian homeowners.”

Smart and simple, the HESA from The Home Equity Partners gives Canadians access to cash today in exchange for a percentage of their home’s future change in value. Unlike traditional loans or reverse mortgages, HESAs let homeowners unlock their home’s value without monthly payments, interest, or new debt. Instead, homeowners receive upfront funds in exchange for sharing a portion of future appreciation, allowing them to ease financial pressure without risking their credit or stretching their budget.

The Myriad Group is a Canadian fourth-generation, family real estate company with deep roots in residential and commercial property stewardship. Led by Steven and Kyle Goldenberg, the company brings decades of experience in managing housing across Ontario and continues to play an active role in supporting healthy, stable communities.

“Every day we see how important stability and flexibility are for Canadian homeowners,” said Kyle Goldenberg, Vice President, Finance & Operations at The Myriad Group. “The Home Equity Partners’ HESA model gives Canadians another responsible option to stay in their homes and plan for the future. As a company focused on housing and community development, we are pleased to support a solution that helps strengthen communities across Canada.”

To access your home equity, visit www.theheqpartners.com

About The Home Equity Partners

The Home Equity Partners helps Canadian homeowners access their home equity through an innovative Home Equity Sharing Agreement – with no debt, no interest, and no monthly payments. The company’s mission is to redefine how Canadians think about homeownership and financial flexibility.

Learn more at www.theheqpartners.com

About The Myriad Group

The Myriad Group is a Canadian, family-owned real estate company that owns and operates a portfolio of residential and commercial properties, providing well-managed properties and secure homes. Guided by long-term relationships, professionalism, and strong family values, the company is committed to quality, stability, and contributing positively to the communities where it operates.

Learn more at www.myriadrentals.com.

Contacts

Media Contact:
Alicia Pedicelli

Chief Revenue Officer

The Home Equity Partners

info@theheqpartners.com

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, Alberta-based real estate finance firm and investment manager, KV Capital, announced the opening of its Toronto office. Situated in the heart of Toronto’s Financial District, the new location formalizes the firm’s commitment to Canada’s largest real estate and capital market.

KV Capital’s presence in Toronto will help real estate industry participants execute their mandates in a market where specialized financing solutions are increasingly critical. Recent market turbulence has tightened lending conditions, yet strong fundamentals persist. Population growth in the Greater Toronto Area continues to outpace national averages, recent policy reforms have yielded new infill opportunities, and significant federal and provincial support is strengthening the economics of new rental projects.

“The Toronto market presents significant opportunities for our clients and partners, but access to capital for these groups has become a genuine challenge,” says KV Capital’s CEO, Aleem Virani. “We are focused on expanding our capacity to support the needs of developers, investors, and business owners across Canada.”

Nicholas Jeanes, Managing Partner at KV Capital, is spearheading the Toronto expansion alongside two origination directors dedicated to the firm’s Real Estate Debt platform. “Our goal in Toronto is to serve the entire real estate capital stack to help projects move forward,” says Jeanes. “We are here to support thoughtful development and assist clients and partners with navigating Toronto’s market with a long-term view. In the years ahead, we look forward to further building out our team here with experts who share our vision of what it means to be a leader in this space.”

Located at 150 King Street West, the Toronto office becomes KV Capital’s third location, joining its Edmonton headquarters, established in 2006, and Calgary office, which opened in 2023. KV Capital plans to continue to expand its national footprint in the coming years.

About KV Capital

KV Capital is a Canadian alternative investment manager with approximately $650 million in assets under management. The company has funded over $1.8 billion in investments across several different asset classes, including private operating businesses, real estate, and mortgages.

KV Capital Inc. is a licensed mortgage brokerage in Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia, and a licensed financing corporation in Saskatchewan (Ontario Licenses #13465 and #13656, Saskatchewan License #514505).

Contacts

For more information, visit kvcapital.ca or contact:

Media:

Vanessa Tracy-Roth

Marketing Manager

(780) 999-5727

vanessa.tracy-roth@kvcapital.ca

Investor Relations:

Elissa Nys

Senior Associate, Investor Relations

(587) 404-4376

elissa.nys@kvcapital.ca

LADERA RANCH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Blue Door AM I, LLC, an indirect subsidiary of Strategic Storage Growth Trust III, Inc. (“SSGT III”), and an affiliate of SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA), announced that its Delaware Statutory Trust offering, Blue Door Property I, DST is now fully subscribed.

The offering, which provided accredited investors with the opportunity to participate in institutional-quality self-storage assets through a 1031 exchange or direct cash investment, reached its maximum equity raise of $29.75 million. Blue Door Property I, DST is part of SmartStop’s growing platform of tax-advantaged real estate programs designed to deliver income potential, portfolio diversification, and capital preservation.

“The full subscription of Blue Door Property I, DST underscores the growing demand for tax-deferred solutions among commercial exchange buyers and the appeal of institutional-quality self-storage investments for Main Street investors,” said H. Michael Schwartz, Chairman and CEO of SmartStop. “The long-term resiliency of the self-storage sector continues to make it a compelling destination for capital, and we remain committed to sourcing and managing high-quality assets that support stable income, preservation of capital, and consistent performance for our investors.”

About Strategic Storage Growth Trust III, Inc. (SSGT III):

Strategic Storage Growth Trust III, Inc. (“SSGT III”) is a Maryland corporation that elected to qualify as a REIT for federal income tax purposes. SSGT III’s primary investment strategy is to invest in growth-oriented self-storage facilities and related self-storage real estate investments in the United States and Canada. As of November 24, 2025, SSGT III has a portfolio of seven operating properties in the United States, comprising approximately 6,040 units and 655,275 net rentable square feet; five operating properties in Canada, comprising approximately 3,180 units and 326,190 net rentable square feet; and joint venture interests in three developments in two Canadian provinces (Québec and British Columbia). In addition, Blue Door Asset Management I, a subsidiary of SSGT III, serves as the sponsor of three Delaware Statutory Trusts, which currently own eight operating properties in the United States comprising approximately 5,420 units and 697,400 net rentable square feet.

About SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (SmartStop):

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA), is a self-managed REIT with a fully integrated operations team of more than 1,000 self-storage professionals focused on growing the SmartStop® Self Storage brand. SmartStop, through its indirect subsidiary SmartStop REIT Advisors, LLC, also sponsors other self-storage programs, and through its indirect subsidiary Argus Professional Storage Management, LLC, offers third-party management services in the U.S. and Canada. As of November 24, 2025, SmartStop has an owned or managed portfolio of more than 460 operating properties in 34 states, the District of Columbia, and Canada, comprising approximately 270,000 units and more than 35 million rentable square feet. SmartStop and its affiliates own or manage 49 operating self-storage properties in Canada, which total approximately 42,200 units and 4.3 million rentable square feet. Additional information regarding SmartStop is available at www.smartstopselfstorage.com.

Contacts

David Corak
SVP of Corporate Finance and Strategy

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc.

IR@smartstop.com

DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hyphen Solutions, the leading provider of cloud-based residential construction project management software, today announced the launch of BuilderGM’s new Onscreen Takeoff feature, now available within the BuilderGM solution.

The new Onscreen Takeoff functionality represents a major step forward for BuilderGM, bringing seamless digital takeoff capabilities directly into the estimating workflow, no third-party tools, manual measurements, or paper plans required.

Feature Innovation: Built-In Digital Takeoff for Builders, Remodelers or Contractors

With BuilderGM’s Onscreen Takeoff, Builders can perform digital measurements directly from uploaded plans and instantly connect quantities to estimates, all inside the BuilderGM solution. This integrated approach streamlines estimating, eliminates redundant steps, and ensures teams are working from a single source of truth.

By embedding takeoff functionality directly into BuilderGM, Hyphen Solutions is empowering Builders to move away from disconnected systems and manual workflows, advancing their digital transformation from the very first phase of every project.

Value to Builders and Contractors: Faster, More Accurate, and More Profitable Estimating

BuilderGM’s Onscreen Takeoff helps Builders save valuable time and reduce costly errors during the estimating process. Builders can now achieve:

• Up to 70% faster estimates
• Up to 80% reduction in takeoff errors
• A 100% digital workflow that saves hours or even days depending on project complexity

The result is a smarter, more efficient estimating process that improves accuracy, speeds up bidding, and ultimately enhances profitability.

-Ricky Fowler, Product Owner, BuilderGM

“BuilderGM’s new Onscreen Takeoff feature gives Builders the speed and confidence they need to estimate accurately and efficiently,” said Ricky Fowler, Product Owner for BuilderGM at Hyphen Solutions. “By bringing takeoff directly into the BuilderGM solution, we’re removing barriers, reducing manual entry, and helping Builders spend less time measuring and more time building.”

Learn More

To experience how BuilderGM’s Onscreen Takeoff can transform your estimating process, visit the BuilderGM Onscreen Takeoff page or book a demo today.

About Hyphen Solutions

Hyphen Solutions provides the leading cloud-based construction management software for the residential building industry. Trusted by more than 615 Builders and 18,000 Suppliers across the U.S. and Canada, Hyphen’s integrated Home Builder and Supply Chain solutions support the construction of 1 in 3 new homes in America. From pre-construction through final close, Hyphen streamlines operations, improves collaboration, and drives efficiency across the entire residential building process. Learn more at https://info.hyphensolutions.com.

Contacts

Media Contact:
Emily Correa

Vice President of Marketing

Hyphen Solutions

ecorrea@ihyphen.com

LADERA RANCH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Strategic Storage Trust X (“SST X”), a private company that intends to qualify as a real estate investment trust sponsored by an affiliate of SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA), announced the acquisition of its first storage facility located at 1323 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro, Tennessee. SST X purchased the property from SmartStop. SmartStop acquired the property in February 2025 with the intention of selling it to SST X.

The facility spans approximately 62,100 net rentable square feet and includes approximately 470 storage units, including approximately 380 drive-up units and approximately six RV units, distributed across 12 single-story buildings. Positioned in a bustling commercial corridor, the facility benefits from a daily traffic count of approximately 21,390 vehicles, ensuring strong visibility and accessibility for customers.

The property is in a rapidly growing area, with an expected population growth of 9.1% from 2022 to 2027 within a three-mile radius. The facility will serve the communities of Blackman Farm, Blackman Meadows, East Woods, Hillwood, Providence Pointe, Salem Creek, Southern Meadows, The Cloister, Westlawn, and Woods Edge, meeting the growing demand for high-quality self-storage solutions.

SST X’s perpetual NAV REIT structure intends to offer investors long-term exposure to a diversified, professionally managed self-storage portfolio, with monthly NAV-based valuations and no fixed liquidation timeline. It is designed to provide stable income, reduce market-timing risk, and support long-term value creation.

“The acquisition of this Murfreesboro property marks a milestone as the first addition to the SST X portfolio,” said H. Michael Schwartz, President and CEO of SST X. “This facility is well-positioned within a dynamic and expanding market that reflects the type of long-term growth opportunities we target. We’re proud to introduce SST X with an asset that exemplifies our disciplined approach to investing and our continued commitment to delivering value through well-located, high-quality self-storage properties.”

About Strategic Storage Trust X (SST X):

Strategic Storage Trust X (“SST X”) is a recently formed Maryland statutory trust that intends to qualify as a REIT for federal income tax purposes commencing no later than our taxable year ending December 31, 2025. SST X’s primary investment strategy is to invest in income-producing and growth self-storage facilities and related self-storage real estate investments in the United States and Canada. As of November 21, 2025, SST X has a portfolio of one operating property in the United States comprising approximately 470 units and 62,100 rentable square feet (including parking).

About SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (SmartStop):

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA), is a self-managed REIT with a fully integrated operations team of more than 1,000 self-storage professionals focused on growing the SmartStop® Self Storage brand. SmartStop, through its indirect subsidiary SmartStop REIT Advisors, LLC, also sponsors other self-storage programs, and through its indirect subsidiary Argus Professional Storage Management, LLC, offers third-party management services in the U.S. and Canada. As of November 21, 2025, SmartStop has an owned or managed portfolio of more than 460 operating properties in 34 states, the District of Columbia, and Canada, comprising approximately 270,000 units and more than 35 million rentable square feet. SmartStop and its affiliates own or manage 49 operating self-storage properties in Canada, which total approximately 42,200 units and 4.3 million rentable square feet. Additional information regarding SmartStop is available at www.smartstopselfstorage.com.

Contacts

David Corak
SVP of Corporate Finance and Strategy

SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc.

IR@smartstop.com