Commercial Real Estate Podcast

Is the narrative around affordable housing spending justified? In this Commercial Real Estate Podcast episode, Mark Goodman, Principal at Goodman Commercial Inc., challenges the prevailing discourse on the need for $500 million to preserve affordable housing. He argues that the vilification of housing providers, including institutions and corporations, is misguided. According to Mark, these well-capitalised entities often serve as the best landlords, adhering to regulations and providing tenant stability. He urges a reevaluation of the narrative that positions speculators and corporate buyers as the enemy of affordable housing. Listen in for a fresh perspective on this critical conversation! Apple - https://apple.co/3NGfasB Spotify - https://spoti.fi/48iF2Ei Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP

Are current housing initiatives truly the best use of taxpayer dollars? In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Mark Goodman, Principal at Goodman Commercial Inc., critically examines the Rental Protection Fund's impact on Vancouver’s housing market. While the program protects about 1,500 tenants and keeps rents low, Mark raises concerns about its long-term sustainability and effectiveness. He highlights the lack of new rental stock being created and questions how nonprofits will manage maintenance costs and debt servicing while keeping rents affordable. Additionally, he discusses the tension between the Rental Protection Fund and the provincial mandate for new developments near transit nodes. Join the conversation to explore these pressing issues! Apple - https://apple.co/3NGfasB Spotify - https://spoti.fi/48iF2Ei Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP

Are you interested in the current state of the Vancouver commercial real estate market? In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Mark Goodman, Principal at Goodman Commercial Inc., shares his insights on the recent market shift and its impact on transactions. He discusses how the market froze in mid-2023 due to rising interest rates but highlights a strong rebound, with $145 million in sales and increased deal velocity in the first half of the year. With a narrowing bid-ask spread, Mark predicts a return to a more stable market by 2025. Listen now: Apple - https://apple.co/3NGfasB Spotify - https://spoti.fi/48iF2Ei Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Adam Carapella, VP of The Tricar Group, discusses the company’s exciting new projects in Guelph and Kitchener. From much-needed rental apartments to creating a new residential hub in Kitchener’s Deer Ridge area, Tricar is helping to address the housing supply shortage across these growing cities. Here's the full episode 👇 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/489d1Py Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3Y8GwMD Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Adam Carapella, VP of The Tricar Group, talks about the impact of removing HST on rentals, providing more certainty for developers. Adam also shares insights into London, Ontario’s unique market, known for its high concentration of purpose-built rental builders. Listen now: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/489d1Py Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3Y8GwMD Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP

Are you curious how The Tricar Group balances rentals and condos? In this Commercial Real Estate Podcast episode, Adam Carapella shares how Tricar responded to demand in Southwestern Ontario markets by diversifying its portfolio. With a balanced 50:50 pipeline of rentals and condos, Tricar covers both markets to meet diverse housing needs. Listen now 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/489d1Py Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3Y8GwMD

Wondering how the buyer profile differs from the land lease model? In this Commercial Real Estate Podcast episode, Dean Campbell, of Parkbridge, discusses how land lease buyers face stress tests similar to freehold buyers. However, they often benefit from significant cost advantages, making homeownership more accessible for first-time buyers. Listen now: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3YhfyDV Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3U2EpZN Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP

Are you curious about how the land lease model works? In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Dean Campbell from Parkbridge explains the land lease model, which allows residents to own their homes while leasing the land beneath them. This unique structure lowers upfront costs, making homeownership more accessible for many Canadians. Here's the full episode 👇 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3YhfyDV Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3U2EpZN Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP

Looking to learn more about Parkbridge’s growth and community impact across Canada? In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Dean Campbell, VP of Construction and Design at Parkbridge, shares how the company is expanding its portfolio of over 100 communities, housing 35,000 residents across six provinces. With 5,500 new ground-oriented homes in the pipeline, Parkbridge is driving the future of affordable living. Listen now 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3YhfyDV Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3U2EpZN Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP

How do major economic announcements impact local communities? This week on the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Karl Innanen, from Colliers International, highlights the ripple effect of significant developments like the battery plant announcement in St. Thomas ⚡ These announcements create opportunities for nearby areas, especially London, and can lead to transformative changes in local housing markets. Here's the full episode 🎧 👉 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/47OIy9j 👉 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/47NGgax Thanks to Canadian Real Estate Forums and First National Financial LP