Canadian and U.S. Real Estate Trends: Industrial, Residential, and Hospitality Insights
E12 • May 10, 2025 • 10 minsSandy MacKay opens the episode with insights into Canadian commercial real estate, addressing key trends across various asset classes and the industrial sector. The conversation transitions to the residential condo market, examining its challenges and potential opportunities. A brief mention of the episode's sponsor, Rosefellow, is included. Sandy then shifts focus to U.S. commercial real estate trends anticipated in Q4 2024, analyzing transaction volumes and pricing metrics. The episode also explores shifts occurring within the hospitality sector, offering a comprehensive view of its evolving landscape. Closing remarks conclude the discussion, leaving listeners with valuable insights into the multifamily real estate market.
Economic Uncertainty: Mortgage Renewals and Starlight's Strategic Insights
E11 • May 9, 2025 • 6 minsSandy MacKay begins the episode by discussing mortgage renewals during times of economic uncertainty. The conversation delves into how these renewals impact borrowers, highlighting the challenges they may face. Sandy then explores the effects of trade wars on the housing market, providing listeners with a broader understanding of the current economic climate. A brief mention of the episode's sponsor, Starlight Western Canada Multi-Family (No. 2) Fund, is included. The episode continues with an analysis of Starlight's performance and strategic management, offering insights into their approach to multifamily real estate. The episode concludes with a sign-off, thanking the audience for tuning in.
Strategic Insights: Toronto Developments, Hazelview's Focus, and Kirkland Multifamily Trends
E10 • May 8, 2025 • 9 minsSandy MacKay introduces the episode with an overview of key topics, including Toronto's West End development and strategic financing insights. The discussion highlights the importance of energy efficiency, accessibility, and community-inclusive design in modern developments. A brief mention of the episode's sponsor, First National Financial, is included. Sandy then shifts focus to Hazelview's investment strategy and their emphasis on the Canadian market. The episode also explores a new multifamily development in Kirkland, Washington, discussing its potential market implications. The episode wraps up with insights into these diverse topics, providing listeners with valuable information.
Market Trends & Strategies: Insights into Canadian Real Estate Developments
E9 • May 7, 2025 • 10 minsSandy MacKay kicks off the episode with an introduction, followed by an analysis of the economic outlook and market challenges facing Canadian real estate. The episode delves into current trends within the office, retail, and industrial sectors, offering insights into their evolving dynamics. Sandy then shifts focus to the residential market, outlining key issues and future forecasts. The discussion highlights Rosefellow's acquisition strategies and commitment to project sustainability. Additionally, OpenForm Properties' development strategy and market approach are explored, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of their methodologies. The episode concludes with a sign-off and gratitude to the audience.
Navigating High Rates: CMHC Loans, Investor Trends, and Multifamily Housing Insights
E8 • May 6, 2025 • 9 minsSandy MacKay dives into the landscape of multifamily housing amid high interest rates and current investor trends. The episode examines the challenges faced by potential homeowners and highlights the increasing focus of foreign investors on multifamily properties. Sandy provides an overview of multifamily housing markets and the CMHC Income Property mortgage loan insurance, detailing its eligibility, requirements, and financing options. The discussion also covers financial planning tools, eco-friendly products, and credit considerations for CMHC loans. The episode wraps up with real estate news, shifts in investor interest, and emerging opportunities in real estate investing, concluding with appreciative remarks for the listeners.
This Week’s Top Stories: Canadian Real Estate Drags GDP & Recession Possibility Surges
E7 • May 5, 2025 • 3 minsSandy MacKay provides updates on the Canadian real estate market and economic outlook, with a focus on Alberta's resilience and its implications for the multifamily sector. The episode discusses the province's economic strengths and how they affect multifamily real estate. Sandy emphasizes the importance of maintaining optimism and adaptability in navigating the multifamily market. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a sign-off, expressing gratitude to the listeners.
Opinion: Rent control a short-term fix with long-term consequences
E6 • May 4, 2025 • 3 minsSandy MacKay delves into the pressing issue of supply shortages and rent control in the multifamily real estate market. The episode begins with an introduction to the root causes of these challenges and their impact on the industry. Sandy explores alternative solutions and government tools that could address these problems, providing insights into potential strategies for improvement. The discussion emphasizes the need for innovative approaches to overcome the current obstacles. The episode concludes with closing remarks and appreciation for the listeners.
Senior Living Shifts: Multifamily Trends in Houston, Hamilton, and Beyond
E5 • May 3, 2025 • 4 minsSandy MacKay examines the evolving trends in senior living facilities, focusing on closures and transformations and their impact on West Hartford's housing landscape. The episode explores the stability of the multifamily sector, with insights into trends in Houston, Texas, and Hamilton, Ontario. Sandy emphasizes the importance of being aware of market trends to navigate these changes effectively. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and appreciation for the listeners.
Post-Pandemic Multifamily Trends: Insights on Permits, Legislation, and Investment Strategies
E4 • May 2, 2025 • 9 minsSandy MacKay explores post-pandemic trends in the multifamily housing market, beginning with a decline in housing permits and the influence of remote work. The episode highlights development hotspots and varying permit trends across U.S. cities. The Housing Affordability Act is examined alongside FHA multifamily loan limits and proposed legislative amendments, with political commentary and support for the Act. Attention shifts to changes and opportunities in the Dallas-Fort Worth market, offering investment strategies and lessons for Canadian investors. The episode concludes with closing remarks and appreciation for the listeners.
Multifamily Market Trends: Insights from Alberta to Ontario Developments
E3 • May 1, 2025 • 8 minsSandy MacKay presents an insightful look into the current state and emerging trends in the multifamily real estate market. The discussion begins with an overview of job growth and how it affects the absorption of new rental units. Alberta's rental market dynamics and developer conditions are examined, with a specific focus on Calgary's housing strategy and Genstar's Atlas project. Development challenges and highlights at IP Park in Cambridge, Ontario are also covered, emphasizing sustainability and tenant wellness. The episode wraps up with a future outlook for IP Park and concludes with closing remarks and appreciation for the audience.