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In this episode, Dr. Morteza Haider, professor at Toronto Metropolitan University and director of the Urban Analytics Institute, discusses his background and current work in real estate management and urban analytics. Dr. Haider delves into complex real estate problems in Canada, particularly the persistent housing affordability crisis. He explains the significant challenges faced by government policies in managing supply and demand, labour productivity issues, and systematic barriers such as NIMBYism and restrictive regulations. The conversation also explores historical housing market trends, the potential of mid-rise developments, and policy changes that might improve the housing situation. Lastly, Dr. Haider offers his perspective on the impact of AI on real estate and the importance of civic engagement in driving change for housing affordability.

• Complex Real Estate Problems
• Behavioural and Systemic Issues in Housing
• Interest Rates and Housing Market
• Historical Housing Market Trends
• Mid-Rise Building Feasibility
• Urban Planning and Density Misconceptions
• The Economics of Building Heights
• Historical Context and Housing Supply Issues
• AI in Real Estate: Potential and Limitations

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