Canadian and U.S. Real Estate Trends: Industrial, Residential, and Hospitality Insights
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Sandy MacKay

Canadian and U.S. Real Estate Trends: Industrial, Residential, and Hospitality Insights

E12 • May 10, 2025 • 10 mins

Sandy 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.

Key Points

  • Economic conditions and trade policies have created significant uncertainty in the commercial real estate market, impacting multifamily investments.
  • Despite challenges in the office and industrial sectors, cities like Toronto and Vancouver show positive trends with decreasing vacancy rates and strong fundamentals, respectively.
  • Sustainability and strategic location are key factors driving the success of new industrial developments, such as Rosefellow's project in Laval, which aims to meet high demand for top-tier industrial space.
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